Tata Motors Launches Hybrid And Electric Buses

Tata Motors launched the Starbus Electric 9m, the Starbus Electric 12m and the Starbus Hybrid 12m buses and displayed a range of smart buses designed, developed and powered by alternate fuels.

Apart from that, Tata Motors also showcased the country's first Fuel Cell Bus(12m), LNG Powered bus (12m), and 18m Articulated bus. Developed indigenously, these buses are safe and comfortable and are economically viable ‘Made In India' solutions.

Tata Motors currently designs, develops and manufactures its buses in Pune, Dharwad, Pantnagar and Lucknow and has a partnership with ACGL of Goa and Marcopolo S.A. of Brazil for bus bodies.

Tata Motors is one of the country's largest bus manufacturers, with a complete range of transit vehicles that meet every need, arising from day-to-day travel. The company continues to be a leader in this segment not just by setting technological benchmarks, but also by adapting innovations effectively to suit travel conditions in Indian cities and rural areas.

Executive Director, Commercial Vehicles, Tata Motors, Ravindra Pisharody said, "We are delighted to launch our new hybrid and electric buses today. At Tata Motors, our aim is to not only comply with emerging regulations of clean and green emission but also be ahead of the requirements."

He added, "With our new range of Future ready buses, we will continue to play an active role in mass public transportation, with a commitment towards striking the right balance between sustainable growth and profitability."