Ashok Leyland’s arm secures order for 70 buses from Stagecoach

26 Oct 2023 Evaluate

Ashok Leyland’s electric vehicle arm -- Switch Mobility (Switch) has secured an order for 70 buses from UK-based bus and coach operator, Stagecoach. The order comprises 10 Metrocity 9.5-meter electric buses, which will operate in London and 60 Slimline Solo 8.5m, Euro 6-certified buses sold under the Optare brand, presently integrated into SWITCH Mobility. 

The Solo buses will support Stagecoach in replacing part of the company's significant fleet of such buses across the UK while Metrocity buses will go into operations in early 2024 and the Solo's during the first half of 2024. The 8.5m slimline variant will be manufactured to Stagecoach's exacting specification and provide seating for 28 people. Stagecoach has repeated the order for the Metrocity electric bus, following the recent delivery of 20 buses in London.

Ashok Leyland, the Hinduja Group flagship company in India, is engaged in the manufacturing of commercial vehicles and related components. The company’s products include buses, trucks, engines, defense and special vehicles.


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