Green Scam Alert: Florida Spent $54M on Electric Buses That Break Down Every 600 Miles

Taxpayers in Florida are on the hook for a costly green-energy disaster after Broward County Transit spent $54 million on electric buses that reportedly don’t work and are now sitting unused.

According to details circulating online, the transit agency purchased 42 electric buses from a California-based manufacturer as part of a push toward environmentally friendly public transportation. The problem is that the buses allegedly began breaking down after roughly 600 miles of use, making them effectively unreliable for daily transit service.

To make matters worse, the manufacturer behind the buses has since gone bankrupt, leaving Broward County with no clear path for repairs, replacements, or refunds. With no company to stand behind the product, the multimillion-dollar fleet has reportedly been taken out of service entirely.

Photos and videos show rows of the electric buses sitting idle, raising serious questions about oversight, due diligence, and accountability. Critics argue that officials rushed into an expensive “green” solution without adequately testing whether the technology was ready for real-world transit demands in South Florida’s climate and operating conditions.

The $54 million price tag was funded by taxpayer dollars, fueling frustration among residents who now see little more than abandoned equipment for their money. Opponents of aggressive government-backed green initiatives say the situation highlights a recurring pattern, where flashy environmental promises are prioritized over practicality, reliability, and fiscal responsibility.