Israel Tests 26-Meter Electric Bus for High-Capacity Routes
Translated & summarized from Mignews by baba
Israel has commenced trials of a 26-meter-long, 160-passenger electric bus imported from China. The articulated vehicle will be tested on high-demand routes, including those of the Haifa Metronit, to assess its suitability for Israeli infrastructure and passenger flow. If successful, the bus could be introduced on BRT lines and future mass transit projects, potentially improving public transportation capacity.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- A 26-meter, 160-passenger electric bus from China is undergoing trials in Israel.
- The articulated bus is being tested for suitability on high-demand Israeli transport routes.
- Trials will assess the bus's performance on local roads and infrastructure.
- The new bus is about 40% longer than current vehicles used on the Haifa Metronit.
- Successful tests could lead to deployment on BRT lines and future mass transit projects.
Israel has begun testing a 26-meter-long, three-section electric bus designed to carry approximately 160 passengers. The articulated vehicle, imported by Auto Chen Mobility, a subsidiary of the Blilious group, arrived in the country for trials aimed at assessing its suitability for high-demand transport routes. The bus, model EU25 from Chinese manufacturer CRRC, was presented in Yavne.
The pilot project, approved by the National Public Transport Authority, will evaluate the bus's performance on local roads and infrastructure, its maneuverability, passenger comfort, and potential operational challenges. These tests will be conducted on routes currently served by the Haifa Metronit, which uses vehicles around 18.5 meters long. The new electric bus is approximately 40% longer than these existing units.
Successful trials could lead to the deployment of such high-capacity buses on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines and, in the future, on mass transit routes developed by the Ministry of Transport. The 26-meter bus features four axles, a width of 2.55 meters, and is powered by two electric motors totaling 700 kilowatts. It uses 765-kilowatt-hour lithium iron phosphate batteries from CATL, a Chinese company. The vehicle is equipped with advanced suspension and safety systems, including a 2GSR complex and 360-degree cameras, before it can be considered for regular service.
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