Hemant AutoclickZ : December 2022

Monday 5 December 2022

India's First AC Electric Double Decker Coach - Switch EiV22

An Icon Reborn! - Switch EiV 22

Presenting India's First Electric Double Decker AC Coach by Switch Mobility (the electric vehicle-making subsidiary of bus specialist Ashok Leyland)

Switch EiV22 is 9.8m AC Coach with overall Height of 4.75m, Has a seating capacity of 65+D.

Highlights of EiV 22

1) This electric double-decker bus delivers exceptional drive performance. Embedded with proprietary solutions including ‘Switch iON’ to enable remote, real-time diagnostics and monitoring as well as world-class digital battery management tools.

2) Powered by a 231 kWh capacity, 2-string, liquid-cooled, higher density NMC chemistry battery pack with dual gun charging system. This enables the Switch EiV 22 to have a range of up to 250km for intra-city applications.

3) Switch EiV 22 has a lightweight rollover compliant bus body and is easy to manoeuvre. Turn tight corners and navigate congested traffic conditions with ease.

4) Designed and developed to be compliant to the highest safety standards and AIS 038 safety regulations.

5) Liquid cooling battery chiller system mounted inside the bus to maintain HV battery at optimum operating temperature.

6) Incorporating the latest Fire Detection System (FDAS/FDSS) to alert vehicle occupants in case of thermal event.

7) Air conditioned, electric double-decker featuring a wider door on the rear overhang and a rear staircase.

8) Lightweight cushions and premium interiors for elevated passenger comfort.