Scania Launches Electric Bus With Long-Range Battery, Aiming for Sustainability and Efficiency in Urban Transport

Written by Bruno Teles

Published on 08/10/2023 at 15:54

Scania apresentando seu novo ônibus na Busworld 2023 (Imagem / Reprodução: Scania)

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With a Storage Capacity of Up to 520 kWh, Scania Redefines the Concept of Sustainable Mobility with New Electric Vehicles

The transportation industry is on fire with innovations that promise a greener and more efficient future. One of the names breaking barriers is Scania, which has just launched a fully electric bus platform at the Busworld 2023 event. According to Scania itself, this innovation is more than just a simple advancement: it is a gigantic step in its journey toward complete electrification of the transportation sector.

Energy, Range, and Sustainability

Designed with a focus on sustainability and performance, the new electric bus from Scania comes equipped with sustainably sourced batteries and responsible construction. These batteries offer an impressive energy storage capacity of up to 520 kWh, allowing a range that can exceed 500 km under ideal conditions.

“The development of this new electric bus platform focused on three main areas: range, performance, and responsibility with the batteries. Combined with our latest services and solutions in e-mobility, this will allow us to provide comprehensive and highly competitive solutions for urban applications across all our current regions”, says Carl-Johan Lööf, Head of Product Management, People Transport Solutions at Scania.

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Alignment with CO2 Reduction Targets

The commitment of Scania to sustainability is not new, but the launch of this platform is further robust evidence of that commitment. The company’s road to electrification is perfectly in tune with Science-Based Targets for CO2 reduction, paving the way for a global emission-free and silent transportation.

The Clean Transport Revolution is Relying on Scania

The launch of this new electric bus by Scania is not just a victory for the company, but a victory for everyone who cares about sustainability and the future of our planet. It is a milestone in the history of urban mobility and promises to redefine how we see public transportation. One thing is certain: the green revolution in public transport has just gained a heavyweight ally.

Scania Launches Electric Bus With Long-Range Battery, Aiming for Sustainability and Efficiency in Urban Transport

With a Storage Capacity of Up to 520 kWh, Scania Redefines the Concept of Sustainable Mobility with New Electric Vehicles

Energy, Range, and Sustainability

Alignment with CO2 Reduction Targets

The Clean Transport Revolution is Relying on Scania

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