Transport for London Launches the First All-electric, Long-Range Double-Decker Bus into Service.

London streets welcomed a global first – a completely emissions free pure electric double decker especially designed and developed for Transport for London (TfL) by BYD.

Held at City Hall, the event saw Deputy Mayor of London for Environment and Energy Matthew Pencharz formally receive the first bus from Isbrand Ho, Managing Director of BYD Europe. This vehicle is one of a fleet of five which will shortly be entering service on Route 98 operated on behalf of TfL by Metroline. BYD is working with TfL and Metroline on an introduction programme which includes driver training and the installation of fast charging equipment at Metroline's Willesden Bus Garage in north London.

Vehicle is 10.2m long, features full air conditioning and offers seats for a total 54 passengers with a further 27 standees spaces (total passengers: 81). The BYD Iron Phosphate batteries deliver 345 kWh of power and can run for up to 190 miles of typical urban driving according to the internationally recognised SORT test conditions. Recharging takes just four hours and can be completed overnight using low cost off peak electricity. This is more than enough to handle most daily duty cycles.

While in London finger is pointing at diesel-powered vehicles, this is a great way to breathe cleaner air.

March 21, 2016 Driving photo: BYD

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