Houston Airports adds 32 electric vehicles to fleet

Jun 10, 2026

Houston Airports added 32 new electric vehicles to its systemwide fleet in May, replacing gas-powered vehicles with electric trucks and vans that will support daily operations at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) and Ellington Airport (EFD)/Houston Spaceport.

With the delivery, Houston Airports now has 57 electric vehicles in its fleet.

“This is a practical investment in cleaner, more efficient airport operations,” said Terrance York, senior division manager of Fleet Services for Houston Airports. “These are working vehicles. They will support the employees who maintain our airports, move equipment, respond to operational needs and help keep the passenger experience running smoothly.”

The new fleet includes Ford F-150 Lightning trucks and Ford E-Transit utility vans. The vehicles will be used by teams across Houston Airports, including maintenance, information technology, infrastructure surveyors and other operational divisions.

For surveyors, the new electric vans will help replace the use of a 2008 Ford Excursion, which was less fuel-efficient and often idled for extended periods. For IT and maintenance teams, the electric vans offer added storage and mobile power, making it easier to carry tools, equipment and technology across airport campuses.

Houston Airports currently has 25 ChargePoint charging stations across the airport system. The new vehicles are being upfitted and decaled, with deployment expected by June 30, 2026.

The vehicles are also expected to support FleetShare, a vehicle-sharing program that allows authorized Houston Airports employees to reserve fleet vehicles through an app when they need them for city business. The program is designed to reduce underused vehicles, improve availability and help Houston Airports make smarter decisions about future fleet needs.

“FleetShare helps us get more value out of every vehicle,” York said. “Instead of allowing assets to sit unused, we can increase access, track demand and make better decisions for the airport system.”

The EV expansion supports the airport system’s broader sustainability strategy and its commitment to reducing emissions, lowering long-term operating costs and acting responsibly with public resources.

“Passengers may not see every truck or van that supports their trip,” York said. “But they benefit when we operate more efficiently, invest responsibly and build a fleet that supports the future of aviation in Houston.”

The new vehicles were purchased through a Federal Aviation Administration Zero Emissions Vehicle Grant, which awarded Houston Airports $1.6 million. The total project cost was $2.1 million, with Houston Airports contributing $500,000.