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ShriNitinGadkariofficiallyunveilsthenew line up ofSWITCHelectric buses for India and the world
Բܰ,11ٱ,2024–SWITCHMobilityLtd,subsidiary of Ashok Leyland and part of the Hinduja Group, andaleadingmanufacturerofelectricbusesandlight commercialvehiclestodayunveileditscontemporaryelectricbusplatform SWITCH EiV12 – the low floor electric city bus for the Indian market. It is Indiaֱ First Low-Floor City Bus with Chassis-mounted batteries, featuring a scalable battery capacity of over 400+ kWh.
The vehicle was launched by Shri Nitin Gadkari Hon’ble Minister for Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, in the presence of Ashok P. Hinduja, Chairman of Hinduja GroupCompanies(India), otherdignitaries, and industry leaders.
On the occasion, SWITCH E1, engineered for the European Market, was flagged off virtually. Boththesebusessharecommondesignphilosophies andEVarchitecture.
Thepurpose-builtSWITCHEiV12platformisindigenouslydesigned,developedandmanufacturedfor urban city commutes, offering global standards in performance, safety, reliability, and comfort. With seating for up to 39 passengers, the SWITCH EiV12 leads its segment, offering maximum revenue potential for operators.
Mr Ashok P. Hinduja, Chairman of the Hinduja Group of Companies (India) observed while launching these vehicles“These buses are a tribute to the PMֱ Make in India vision: made in India, for India and the World. Switch Mobility is inspired to launch newer vehicles with cutting-edge technology and zero carbon emissions, only because of the wonderful road infrastructure that is coming up in India, owing to visionaries like Modi Ji and implementers like Gadkari Ji.”
Mr. Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of SWITCH Mobility, ,“The launch of the SWITCH EiV12 and the flagging off of the SWITCH E1 for Spain is a proud milestone for the Hinduja Group and Ashok Leyland, underscoring our commitment to sustainable mobility. In addition to the EiV12 and E1, SWITCH is developing a range of new products to expand our global offerings. At SWITCH Mobility, we are driving a greener future and advancing our long-term vision to democratizeelectric mobility worldwide.”
Ѱ.Ѳ,ܳپڴھ,±հѴDzٲ,,“At SWITCH Mobility, we’re excited to unveil two new products for India and Europe, both built on our Global EV architecture. These innovations harness cutting-edge EV technology to deliver superior efficiency, safety, and passenger comfort. Our low-floor electric city bus, designed for optimal energy performance and accessibility, has garnered an overwhelming 1,800 orders—proof of the market’s confidence in SWITCH Mobilityֱ vision for a sustainable urban transport future.”
The India electric city bus market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 21% by 2030 with an EV penetration of 70%. The total parc for electric city buses is likely to cross 70,000 units by 2030.
TheSWITCHEiV12setsanewbenchmarkinpassengercomfort,safety,andtechnology,reshapingthe EV landscape. Its low-floor entry with a kneeling mechanism ensures easy ingress and egress, while theautomatedwheelchairrampanddedicatedspacesmakeitaccessiblefordifferentlyabled passengers.Designedwithwomen’ssafety inmind, itisequippedwith5 CCTVcameras withno blind spots and includes 5 dedicated seats for women. The expansive panoramic glass area, the largest in itssegment,offerssuperiorvisibility,naturallylitinteriors,andenhancedsafety.PoweredbySWITCH iON,ourproprietarytelematicssystem,theSWITCHEiV12offersreal-timevehiclehealthmonitoring, ITMS and efficient fleet management. Its efficient rear-end dual-gun charging interface not only ensures rapid recharging but also optimizes depot spaces, while an IP67 rated battery lets the bus deal with flooded roads with ease.
TheSWITCH E1, our latest innovation designed specifically for the European market, showcases cutting-edgeengineeringwithalightweightmonocoqueconstruction,ensuringoptimalefficiencyand performance.TheSWITCHE1featuresin-wheelmotorsandaflatgangwaylayoutthroughoutthebus, providing seamless movement and accessibility for passengers. With its triple-door configuration (front, center, and rear), the bus offers unmatched convenience for quick boarding and alighting, perfectly suited for urban transit systems. Capable ofaccommodating up to 93 passengers, including standees, the SWITCH E1 sets a new benchmark in sustainable, passenger-centric publictransportation.
