Giant 26-Meter Electric Bus Arrives in Israel for Passenger Capacity Trials
Translated & summarized from Channel 9 by baba
A 26-meter, 160-passenger electric bus from Chinese manufacturer CRRC has arrived in Israel for a pilot testing phase. Importer Auto Chen Mobility, part of the Blilious Group, presented the vehicle, which will be evaluated for its suitability on busy routes and Israeli infrastructure. Successful trials could lead to deployment on BRT and mass transit lines, potentially revolutionizing public transport capacity in the country.
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- A 26-meter, 160-passenger electric bus from China has arrived in Israel for testing.
- The bus will undergo trials to assess its performance on busy routes and Israeli infrastructure.
- Successful trials could lead to the deployment of these high-capacity buses on BRT and mass transit lines.
- The vehicle is a three-section, articulated model from Chinese manufacturer CRRC.
- The pilot project is conducted under a permit from the National Public Transport Authority.
- The bus is significantly longer than the 18.5-meter buses currently operating in Haifa.
A 26-meter, three-section electric bus designed to carry approximately 160 passengers has arrived in Israel for testing. The articulated bus, model EU25 from Chinese manufacturer CRRC, was presented by importer Auto Chen Mobility, part of the Blilious Group, at an event in Yavne. The National Public Transport Authority has granted permission for a pilot project to evaluate the bus's suitability for Israel's busiest routes and infrastructure.
During the trials, specialists will assess the bus's maneuverability, passenger comfort, and potential operational challenges on Israeli roads. If successful, these high-capacity buses could be deployed on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) routes and eventually on mass transit lines developed by the Ministry of Transport.
The electric bus features four axles, a width of 2.55 meters, and two electric motors with a combined maximum output of 700 kilowatts. It is powered by CATL LFP batteries with a capacity of 765 kilowatt-hours and includes advanced suspension and safety systems, such as 360-degree cameras.
Udi Adiri, CEO of Blilious Group, described the bus as a technological advancement for Israeli public transport, aiming to integrate modern technology with infrastructure and operational solutions. David Ohana, Head of Auto Chen Mobility, highlighted the company's role in bringing new transport solutions and expanding technology choices for carriers and municipalities.
Auto Chen Mobility has previously been involved in introducing electric, natural gas, and hydrogen-powered buses. The new 26-meter bus will undergo trials on Haifa's Metronit routes, where current buses are approximately 18.5 meters long. The success of these trials is crucial for the 26-meter bus to prove its capability beyond passenger capacity, addressing the specific demands of Israeli roads.
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