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The Project, Announced at Busworld, Foresees Circulation of Vehicles as Early as Next Year and Marks a New Chapter in the History of Urban Mobility in the City.
Last Friday, during Busworld, one of the largest global events in the bus industry, Mercedes-Benz do Brasil revealed an ambitious plan for the city of São Paulo. The company announced the delivery of 50 electric buses, of the eO500U model, with aforecast to put them into circulation in the early months of 2024.
“This is a historic moment, not just for Mercedes-Benz, but for the entire city of São Paulo. We are taking a significant step towards more sustainable and responsible transport”, declared Achim Puchert, president of Mercedes-Benz do Brasil & CEO Latin America.
The Commitment to Sustainability
With the announcement, Mercedes-Benz establishes a commitment to the decarbonization of transport in the city, a goal aligned with local government efforts to improve air quality and preserve the environment.
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What to Expect from Busworld?
Busworld is a reference in the global bus industry, serving as a stage for the presentation of innovations and market trends. This year’s edition takes place in Brussels, from October 7 to 13, and is already a platform for announcements that could change the landscape of urban mobility in various parts of the world.
Route to the Future
With the new electric buses, São Paulo positions itself at the forefront of electromobility in Brazil. The project contributes not only to the modernization of the public transport fleet but also to environmental awareness in the largest city in the country.
This movement by Mercedes-Benz is yet another sign that São Paulo is increasingly aligned with global trends in sustainability and innovation. It is a step forward in the journey to make urban mobility more efficient and less polluting. Stay informed for more updates on this revolution in transportation in São Paulo.
