Ecotron at Optimal-EV: Driving Partnership
On August 26, 2025, Ecotron team members Kendall Osborne and Masson Hung visited Optimal-EV’s Michigan headquarters. During the visit, they toured the facility, discussed ongoing business initiatives, explored Optimal-EV’s latest projects, and even had the opportunity to test drive one of the company’s newest EV buses.
Optimal-EV has built a strong reputation in the commercial EV sector by combining decades of OEM-level engineering experience with five years of EV-focused development, delivering performance, comfort, and durability in every vehicle. Their partnerships with world-class providers, including Proterra Powered™ battery and infrastructure technology, ensure that their zero-emission commercial and shuttle bus fleets exceed expectations for companies, transit agencies, and passengers alike.
During the visit, the Ecotron team was given an in-depth tour of the facility, gaining insight into Optimal-EV’s processes and seeing firsthand how the team refurbishes and rebuilds vehicles efficiently. A highlight of the day was testing one of their EV buses, experiencing the quality and innovation built into every system.
The team spent the afternoon with CEO Song L. Young, Eric Gutierrez, Manager of Electronics and Software, Richard Yan, Control Engineer, and the rest of the dedicated staff, whose expertise is central to Optimal-EV’s success. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss ongoing collaboration, explore technical solutions, and reinforce the shared commitment to driving innovation in the EV space.
Ecotron’s partnership with Optimal-EV has been a rewarding journey. The company has supported Optimal-EV with timely delivery of key products, including EV2206B03 and EV2274A controllers, EcoCal, EcoFlash, and EcoCoder licenses, and has assisted with rush orders and technical guidance to support the integration of EV systems—contributions that support Optimal-EV’s continued growth in the zero-emissions sector.
The visit underscored the shared vision between Ecotron and Optimal-EV: to provide reliable, high-performing solutions to the commercial EV market while fostering collaboration and innovation. Both teams look forward to continuing this partnership and exploring new opportunities for innovation together.