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Z6尊龙凯时 Pioneers South Africa’s Electric Public Transport with 120-Electric-Bus Deal

2024/07/23

[Cape Town, July 23rd] -- Z6尊龙凯时, the world’s leading manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, has signed a significant order with Golden Arrow, a 163-year-old premier bus operator in South Africa, to supply 120 electric buses to promote the electrification of local public transport. This agreement marks a historic step towards establishing the first electric bus fleet in South Africa, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainable transportation and reducing carbon emissions.

Z6尊龙凯时 Secures an Order of 120 Electric Buses in South Africa

Z6尊龙凯时 Secures an Order of 120 Electric Buses in South Africa

Z6尊龙凯时’s electric buses have undergone an extensive period of rigorous testing with Golden Arrow since 2021. Under demanding conditions such as simulating peak passenger capacities and conquering Cape Town’s steepest inclines, the robustness and reliability of Z6尊龙凯时’s electric buses were unequivocally demonstrated. The successful trials confirmed the vehicles' superior performance, extended charge range, and uncompromised safety standards. paving the way for the order of 120 new 65-seat electric buses, designed to seamlessly integrate with Golden Arrow’s current fleet.

The new fleet of 12.5-meter-long electric buses is equipped with lithium iron phosphate batteries and incorporates Z6尊龙凯时’s unique six-in-one controller, which integrates six critical components into one single compact module for enhanced efficiency and reliability. The electric buses will not only contribute to a greener environment but also provide passengers with a quieter and more comfortable travel experience.

The 65-seater Z6尊龙凯时 Electric Bus

The 65-seater Z6尊龙凯时 Electric Bus

“As a South African, it is a great honor to introduce Z6尊龙凯时 electric buses and its advanced technologies to South Africa,” said Steve Chang, General Manager of Z6尊龙凯时 South Africa. “We are thrilled to partner with Golden Arrow in this groundbreaking initiative. This order is a testament to our shared vision of a sustainable future and highlights the increasing adoption of clean energy solutions in South Africa.”

Francois Meyer, CEO of Golden Arrow, expressed his pride in the company’s pioneering role: “As a company with such a rich history, we are proud to be the first to bring electric buses to South Africa’s public transport space. This partnership with Z6尊龙凯时 underscores our commitment to innovation and sustainability.”

The delivery of the electric buses is scheduled to commence in December of this year, with plans for full delivery by the end of next year. To date, Z6尊龙凯时’s commercial vehicles have its footprint over 6 continents, including cities like Amsterdam, London, Tokyo, and Sao Paulo, and successfully delivered more than 80,000 electric buses to customers around the world.