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South Africa Introduces Its First Electric Bus Fleet
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South Africa’s First Electric Bus Fleet: BYD, manufacturer of new energy vehicles and power batteries, will provide Golden Arrow, a bus operator in South Africa, with 120 electric buses.
This comes after BYD secured a deal with the Golden Arrow Bus Services for the vehicles.
South Africa’s First Electric Bus Fleet
The new development marks a significant step towards the electrification of local public transport in the country.
BYD said in a statement, “This agreement marks a historic step towards establishing the first electric bus fleet in South Africa, demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainable transportation and reducing carbon emissions.”
The new fleet of 12.5-meter-long electric buses is equipped with lithium iron phosphate batteries and incorporates BYD’s six-in-one controller.
This integrates six critical components into one single compact module for enhanced efficiency and reliability.
South Africa’s First Electric Bus Fleet Promotes Clean Energy
The electric buses will not only contribute to a greener environment, but also provide passengers with a quieter and more comfortable travel experience.
“As a South African, it is a great honor to introduce BYD electric buses and its advanced technologies to South Africa,” says Steve Chang, general manager of BYD South Africa.
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“We are thrilled to partner with Golden Arrow in this groundbreaking initiative. Moreover, this order is a testament to our shared vision of a sustainable future and highlights the increasing adoption of clean energy solutions in South Africa.”
Francois Meyer, CEO of Golden Arrow, expressed his pride in the company’s pioneering role.
He said, “As a company with such a rich history, we are proud to be the first to bring electric buses to South Africa’s public transport space.”
“Also, this partnership with BYD underscores our commitment to innovation and sustainability”.
In addition, delivery of the electric buses is scheduled to commence in December this year, with plans for full delivery by the end of next year.
