Originally posted by A22 fan:I think that's a fair one..
Yea but only in our dreams
Sadly to say, it's a fact.
Contract Ref. PT323 Procurement of Electric Buses (E-Buses)
Closing Date/Time
12 Mar 2018 by 4:00 PM
Amended Closing Date/Time
26 Mar 2018 by 4:00 PM
Not suprised if MAN wins
Originally posted by carbikebus:Not suprised if MAN wins
There's no MAN electric bus in their portfolio . But MAN do have electric trucks but those are still in development stage and trials stage . For MAN electric bus - there's 1 but it's still a concept phrase , called the MAN E-MOBILITY BUS , which is a 18m long bendy . MAN currently has no plans to move to rigid 12m single deck bus yet .
Originally posted by Formususeonly:There's no MAN electric bus in their portfolio . But MAN do have electric trucks but those are still in development stage and trials stage . For MAN electric bus - there's 1 but it's still a concept phrase , called the MAN E-MOBILITY BUS , which is a 18m long bendy . MAN currently has no plans to move to rigid 12m single deck bus yet .
Oh okay,so its Volvo or BYD then
I got a feeling the Volvo B5LH MCV Evora is 3 doors.
Originally posted by TIB987K:Contract Ref. PT323 Procurement of Electric Buses (E-Buses)
Closing Date/Time
12 Mar 2018 by 4:00 PMAmended Closing Date/Time
26 Mar 2018 by 4:00 PM
extended again...
So there might be DD electric buses...
Originally posted by lemon1974:extended again...
Closing Date/Time
12 Mar 2018 by 4:00 PM
Amended Closing Date/Time
23 Apr 2018 by 4:00 PM
maybe hybrid DDs
Originally posted by wsy1234:maybe hybrid DDs
What i can think is ADL Enviro500
Originally posted by lemon1974:So there might be DD electric buses...
China?
Manufacturers bidding for the electric bus contract:
1. BYD
2. Granton (under Zhuhai Granton and Zhuhai Guantong)
3. Zhongtong
4. Yutong
5. Tron Energy (Taiwanese)
6. Salvador Caetano (Portugal)
7. Volvo
8. STK (MAN or an alternative manufacturer)
9. C&C (Mercedes-Benz)
China disappointed us with their “futuristic bus� previously, which turned out to be a joke. Plus the many fire incidents that happen with their electric buses. I seriously don’t think China manufactures can be trusted with the electric bus contract, unless they are certified by western organizations like the ISO (International Organization of Standards), or won prizes / awards to prove their worth.
Personally, I would prefer Japan manufacturers. Maybe it’s just Asian stereotype. But their brands have really prove to be better than other countries’ brands. Eg. Toyota (Japan) versus Proton (Malaysia).
Does the list have Japan companies? Unfortunately no. Sigh.
But STK not bad also... support local company. :)
Otherwise Taiwan also can consider. Taiwan take a lot of reference from Japan, as they support 日本进� (Japan imported) products a lot. So to some extent, Taiwan products are about the same standard as Japan products.
Originally posted by SG1131L:China disappointed us with their “futuristic bus” previously, which turned out to be a joke. Plus the many fire incidents that happen with their electric buses. I seriously don’t think China manufactures can be trusted with the electric bus contract, unless they are certified by western organizations like the ISO (International Organization of Standards), or won prizes / awards to prove their worth.
Personally, I would prefer Japan manufacturers. Maybe it’s just Asian stereotype. But their brands have really prove to be better than other countries’ brands. Eg. Toyota (Japan) versus Proton (Malaysia).
Does the list have Japan companies? Unfortunately no. Sigh.
But STK not bad also... support local company. :)
Otherwise Taiwan also can consider. Taiwan take a lot of reference from Japan, as they support 日本进� (Japan imported) products a lot. So to some extent, Taiwan products are about the same standard as Japan products.
Nowadays even trusted brand like Toyota also got QC problem.My auntie 6 months Vios breakdown at JB and had to tow back to SG because of ECU and timing chain problem...She had to take public transport for a week for now.Luckily engine still under warranty.
My wife Proton Exora 1.6 light turbo still reliable after 5 years..Already clocked 55k even though i always pillon her on my motorcycle.
Originally posted by sgbuses:Manufacturers bidding for the electric bus contract:
1. BYD
2. Granton (under Zhuhai Granton and Zhuhai Guantong)
3. Zhongtong
4. Yutong
5. Tron Energy (Taiwanese)
6. Salvador Caetano (Portugal)
7. Volvo
8. STK (MAN or an alternative manufacturer)
9. C&C (Mercedes-Benz)
If SD give chance to MB or STK.
If DD maybe Volvo?Unless BYD can manufacture three axles citybus DD
Originally posted by carbikebus:If SD give chance to MB or STK.
If DD maybe Volvo?Unless BYD can manufacture three axles citybus DD
If Volvo win maybe Volvo 7900A electric.
Originally posted by SBS2609H:If Volvo win maybe Volvo 7900A electric.
If possible other brands,SG already infested with Volvos.