Switch EiV 22, India’s first electric double-decker air-conditioned bus makes its appearance. Developed, and manufactured in India that puts to use the global electric bus experience, Switch EiV 22 is a game changer.
Double Decker Bus Makes A Comeback
With this, Switch Mobility delivers India’s first electric double-decker buses to Best. The long term aim for Switch is to revive the legacy of double-decker buses in Bombay. Switch further stated that this delivery is part of the 200 electric double-decker buses order for Best.
All Modern Tech With Switch EiV 22
The electric double-decker bus comes loaded with all the modern tech. The buses get the latest technology, modern design, highest safety, and best-in-class comfort features.
Zero Carbon Neutrality Target Of Switch Mobility
Switch Mobility Ltd has a vision of democratising zero-carbon neutrality. Thus through innovative, technologically advanced products like these, Switch aims to achieve its target. Switch EiV 22 is India’s first electric double-decker that came into the market in August 2022. Best’s 200 electric double-deckers order is a big step forward. This move will popularise the once trademark double decker bus in Mumbai. At the same time, it will also enable green and clean electric mobility. The Switch EiV 22 aims to carry forward the legacy of double deckers in Mumbai, in this decade and beyond, and further enhance the sustainable footprint that Best has embarked upon in recent times.
The Switch electric double-decker comes with a lightweight aluminium body construction. The company claims to ferry nearly twice the number of seated passengers as a comparable single decker bus with just 18 percent increase in kerb weight. In addition to this, the bus also boasts of wide front and rear doors, two staircases and an emergency door complying with the latest safety standards.
Mechanical Highlights Of Switch EiV 22
Switch EiV 22 equips a 231 kWh capacity, 2-string, liquid-cooled, higher density NMC battery pack. This battery pack comes with a dual gun charging system. Switch claims a range of up to 250 kms for intra-city applications with this battery pack.
Also Read: Switch EiV 7 smart city commuter revealed at Auto Expo 2023.
