Flixbus India, a global leader in travel technology, identified its one -year anniversary by launching its first electric bus route in India, which strengthens its commitment to reduce CO2 emissions and promote permanent mobility. EV bus operations, in partnership with ETO Motors, officially in ITC Kakati, in Hyderabad, Mr. Ponam Prabhakar, Minister of Transport and BC Welfare was closed by the Government of Telangana. The program was performed by Mr. Alexander Reck, a consultant for digital and transport at the German Embassy in New Delhi; Shri Rajiv YSR, CEO of Thunder Plus and Group CMO of ETO group; And Mr. Surya Khurana, Managing Director of Flixbus India.
Congratulating for this launch, Telangana Government Transport Minister Shri Ponam Prabhakar said, “Fluixbus and ETO Motors together will address long distance permanent dynamics needs with a technology-powered option in Telangana and Southern region. . We wish the two companies best and hope that they should help accelerate to adopt e-bass across the country. ,
The EV pilot will launch on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada route with four electric buses, which aims to assess viability and expand through the hub-end-spoke model. The two-week test run will be held before the operation starting at the end of February, followed by a 12-week evaluation of battery performance and passenger booking patterns. Supported by Thunder Plus, depot cum opportunity will ensure 240 kW fast charger efficiency with charging stations and prevent battery overheating. Advanced EV fleet will include dashashkam, GPS, ADA and other security facilities for an easy travel experience.
Commenting on this milestone, Surya Khurana, MD, Flixbus India said, “Flixbus India has emerged as a trailblazer in its debut year, which has technologically-managed, skilled, cheap, cheap, cheap, cheap, cheap, cheap, cheap, Connects with comfortable bus services. Now, the company is taking its commitment to a step ahead by introducing four electric buses as part of its diverse and technology-unquentionist strategy to detect alternative fuel and reduce carbon emissions. This pilot project also shows India’s unique mobility challenges and shows Flixbus India’s efforts to align with the stability goals of our country. ,
Rajiv YSR, Group CMO, ETO Motors further said, “Our joint approach with Fluidbus India is a step in revolutionizing the intercity journey through permanent mobility solutions. Electric vehicle will set a new benchmark for our expertise, green transport in technology and flixbus’s broad network. With this collaboration, now we serve passengers with the first mile, the last mile, the intercity i.e. the middle mile. This strategic alliance shows our shared vision of creating a cleaner and greenery tomorrow. ,
In its successful first year of operation, Flixbus India has more than 200 cities, including 75+ in South India and 140+ in the north. The network offers more than 400 connections in the south and more than 500 connections in the north, including popular and high-lined routes like Bangalore-Hyderabad, Bangalore-Chennai, Chennai-Chennai, Chennai-Madurai, Delhi-Lucknow, Delhi-Manali and Dehradun-Delhi. with. Flixbus is capable of gaining six times the monthly ridership in the year.
Flixbus provides access to its proprietary technology and equipment that empower small and medium bus operators to manage and score their operations better. The company will continue strategic cooperation with local bus operators, taking advantage of its platform for network scheme, revenue management and yield adaptation. With a strong attention to quality, safety and extraordinary customer service, Flixbus ensures a efficient and spontaneous experience for passengers, making permanent growth for operators. Further, Flixbus is planning to expand further connections to create a strong pan-India travel network.
