Longueuil, Canada, September 21, 2026 – Letenda Inc., a North American manufacturer of midsize heavy-duty zero-emission transit buses, is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Driventic and BorgWarner to provide advanced electric propulsion and battery technologies for its current and future midsize heavy-duty transit bus platforms.
The collaboration brings together three organizations united by a common vision: delivering sustainable, practical, and highly efficient mobility solutions that help transit agencies improve route economics while accelerating their transition to zero-emission transportation.
Through this partnership, Letenda will integrate Driventic’s advanced Vehicle Electric Drive System (VEDS) with BorgWarner’s battery system technologies, creating a complete powertrain ecosystem designed to maximize energy efficiency, reliability, operational flexibility, and service availability.
Combining Innovation, Efficiency and Proven Commercial Vehicle Expertise
Designed and engineered in North America specifically for zero-emission public transit and shuttle applications, Letenda’s midsize heavy-duty transit buses are recognized for their fully accessible low-floor architecture, operator-focused design, and ability to operate efficiently in demanding environments ranging from harsh Canadian winters to hot southern U.S. climates. Building on these strengths, the integration of Driventic and BorgWarner technologies will further enhance vehicle efficiency and performance.
Driventic, an independent commercial vehicle technology company operating in 18 countries with 26 locations worldwide, brings decades of experience in transit driveline and propulsion systems. Its VEDS electric drive platform delivers up to 390 kW peak power and 3,100 Nm of motor torque while meeting ISO 26262 functional safety and ISO 21434 cybersecurity requirements. Independent testing has demonstrated significant energy consumption improvements of the tested vehicles.
BorgWarner, a global leader in clean and efficient mobility technologies with approximately 38,000 employees across 85 locations worldwide and more than $14 billion in annual sales, contributes advanced battery systems engineered specifically for commercial vehicle applications. The company’s North American battery manufacturing footprint includes production facilities in South Carolina and extensive engineering support capabilities in Michigan, positioning it to support growing transit electrification initiatives throughout the continent.
Together, the technologies from Driventic and BorgWarner provide a scalable powertrain solution that supports the evolving needs of transit agencies while maintaining a strong focus on vehicle performance, safety, maintainability, and long-term sustainability.
Supporting the Future of Sustainable Transit
The partnership reflects a shared commitment to advancing public transportation through innovation and collaboration.
Transit agencies increasingly seek solutions that combine operational efficiency, high reliability, robust service support, and reduced total cost of ownership. By bringing together expertise in vehicle design, electric propulsion, battery technology, energy management, and system integration, the three companies aim to provide a compelling solution for agencies pursuing ambitious decarbonization goals.
The integrated powertrain architecture will support the demanding requirements of urban transit environments while providing the flexibility needed for diverse operating profiles across North America. The collaboration also creates opportunities for continued innovation in vehicle electrification, energy optimization, and advanced mobility technologies.
“This partnership marks an important milestone for Letenda. By combining our innovative midsize heavy-duty transit bus platform with Driventic’s propulsion expertise and BorgWarner’s advanced battery technologies, we are strengthening our ability to deliver high-performance electric buses backed by trusted partners that provide the long-term service, support, and reliability transit agencies depend on.”
Nicolas Letendre, Founder and CEO, Letenda
About Letenda
Letenda is a North American manufacturer of midsize heavy-duty zero-emission transit buses committed to advancing the evolution of mobility through right-sized transportation solutions. The company designs, manufactures, and commercializes purpose-built electric transit and shuttle vehicles engineered specifically for the operational realities of transit agencies and fleet shuttle operators across Canada and the United States.
Certified for operation in Canada and the United States, Letenda’s purpose-built midsize vehicle platform helps operators better align vehicle capacity with ridership demand, reducing total lifecycle costs while supporting the transition to sustainable mobility.
About Driventic
Driventic is the specialist for efficient drive technologies in commercial vehicles. Whether for use in e-mobility or conventional drives, Driventic’s complete systems and digital services are drivers of the mobility transition – because they enable manufacturers and operators alike to sustainably operate their trucks, buses, and off-highway vehicles. The company’s 1,400 employees at 26 locations in 18 countries are dedicated to one mission: to combine ecology with technological progress in the service of efficiency.
This is what Driventic understands by ‘Mobility beyond today’. Driventic has been on the market since November 1, 2025. The company, which is based in Heidenheim, Germany, is a spin-off of parts of the drive systems division of international technology group Voith. All Driventic’s products, systems, and digital services are technological refinements and advancements of Voith solutions.
About BorgWarner
BorgWarner is a global product leader in clean and efficient mobility solutions. With operations spanning 85 locations in 20 countries, the company develops and manufactures advanced propulsion, electrification, power electronics, and battery technologies that contribute to a cleaner and more energy-efficient world.