Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Switch Mobility, a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland and part of the Hinduja Group, unveiled two new electric city buses – EiV12 for Indian market and E1 designed for Europe – in New Delhi on December 11. These buses represent the company’s efforts to strengthen urban mobility solutions in India, Europe, and the GCC regions.
The Switch EiV12 is a low-floor city bus, designed specifically for urban commutes in India. It features chassis-mounted batteries with a scalable battery capacity of over 400 kWh, making it the first low-floor city bus of its kind in India.
The EiV12 platform was launched by Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, in the presence of Ashok P Hinduja, Chairman of the Hinduja Group, along with other dignitaries and industry leader s. Switch E1, engineered for the European market, was virtually launched.
Both models share common design philosophies and EV architecture. Ashok P. Hinduja, Chairman of the Hinduja Group, said, “These buses reflect our commitment to the PM’s Make in India vision – made in India, for India and the world.
Switch Mobility continues to innovate with cutting-edge technology and zero carbon emissions, driven by the infrastructure improvements in India.”
Dheeraj Hinduja, Chairman of Switch Mobility, emphasised, “The launch of the Switch EiV12 and the E1 for Europe marks a significant milestone for the Hinduja Group and Ashok Leyland, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable mobility.”
Mahesh Babu, CEO of Switch Mobility, stated, “We’re excited to introduce two new products designed for India and Europe, built on our global EV architecture. The Switch EiV12 has already garnered over 1,800 orders, showcasing the market’s confidence in our sustainable urban transport vision.”
The Switch EiV12 sets new standards in passenger comfort, safety, and technology. Its low-floor entry with a kneeling mechanism ensures easy access, while the automated wheelchair ramp and dedicated spaces make it accessible for differently-abled passengers. The bus is equipped with five CCTV cameras for safety, five dedicated seats for women, and a panoramic glass area that enhances visibility and interior lighting.
