 Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation
commences trial operations. The Volvo 9400PX is India’s first 14.5 Multi-axle
coach with a steerable tag-axle for better manoeuvrability and equipped with the
Volvo I-shift automated transmission as standard Volvo Buses today commenced
trials of the Volvo 9400PX – India’s first multi-axle coach at 14.5m, with
steerable tag-axle in Bangalore. Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for
Home & Transport, Government of Karnataka, Shri. R Ashoka flagged off the
bus from the KSRTC central office. Akash Passey, Senior Vice President –
Business Region International, Volvo Bus Corporation & Chairman of the
Board, Volvo Buses in India and Manish Sahi, Managing Director, Volvo Buses in
India were present on the occasion. Senior officials from the State Government
as well as the senior management of the Karnataka State Road Transport
Corporation (KSRTC) were also present at the ceremony.The Volvo 9400PX is a
global introduction from Volvo Buses in India and was unveiled at the Auto Expo
2012 in New Delhi in January. It is the first and the longest multi-axle
intercity coach in the country at 14.5m but equipped with a steerable rear
tag-axle it offers almost the same manoeuvrability as a typical coach. The Volvo
9400PX comes with a host of new features to make travel even more comfortable.
The Volvo 9400PX is built on the new light-weight Volvo PX platform, which
provides even better grade ability and acceleration as well as enhanced
stability & larger luggage space. The new coach also offers a much higher
performance like never before with the new Volvo 11-litre engine that offers
370hp. A key feature is the steerable tag-axle for better road handling and
manoeuvrability.Akash Passey, Senior Vice President – Business Region
International, Volvo Bus Corporation and Chairman of the Board, Volvo Buses in
India said, “The Volvo 9400PX is an important milestone for Volvo Buses in
India. Since 2001, each year, we have introduced a new concept or product in
India. We keep this momentum and take an important step forward. The
introduction of the Volvo 9400PX is even more special. First, because it is a
global introduction from India, and has been developed keeping in mind the
evolving customer, passenger and driver needs in India. Next, it is a continued
sign of our local product development capabilities, where the Volvo 9400PX has
witnessed a very close collaboration between our engineers in Sweden & India
together. “This coach continues to raise the standards of technology and
features that further enhance the safety, comfort and performance. With
additional capacity it offers attractive transport economy to the customers
alongwith a list of features to help improve fuel efficiency, drive comfort and
the overall passenger experience. The Volvo 9400PX can easily navigate tight
road conditions thanks to the steerable tag-axle. KSRTC is the first operator in
India to conduct these trial operations and we are confident that drivers &
passengers will experience a new standard in inter-city bus transport with the
Volvo 9400PX.”Another key feature of the Volvo 9400PX is the Volvo I-Shift
gearbox. This automated gear changing system provides high drive & ride
comfort, better fuel economy and offers high braking power of 400 to 600 kW. In
fact, the Volvo I-shift since its operation has been the most popular option for
both Volvo Trucks and Buses in Europe, The Volvo 9400PX’s spacious interiors
offer a range of opportunities for customers to incorporate a variety of
passenger conveniences from pantry, toilet, VOD and a range of other features –
for smooth long-distance travel.This intercity coach offers an all-new dimension
of comfort in road travel as you glide on for miles. It is in its own class and
an inspiration to travel, like never before.The Volvo 9400PX is part of the
successful 9400 range of coaches in India. From the first coach introduced in
2001 to the Volvo 9400XL multi-axle coach launched in 2008, Volvo Buses has
changed the way people experience bus travel in India. Today, Volvo coaches
traverse the length; breadth of the country connecting cities – big & small
– and helping people reach their destination in safety, comfort and luxury. The
Volvo 9400PX intercity coach is built at the state-of-the-art manufacturing
plant of Volvo Buses in Hoskote near Bangalore. The factory and overall profile
of being a complete transport solutions provider, gives Volvo Buses a unique
ability to be in the best position to understand the needs of the Indian market
and configure products accordingly.
Volvo Buses India Private
Limited
Volvo Buses India Private LimitedVolvo Buses has
been in India for over 10 years and has the richest experience when it comes to
high-performing bus applications. This, coupled with its state-of-the-art
factory and overall profile of being a complete transport solutions provider,
gives it a unique ability to be in the best position to understand the needs of
the Indian market and configure products accordingly. Volvo Buses today operates
across 13 cities in India, besides Bangladesh and Sri Lanka. It is the second
largest European brand with a strong presence in key markets in Asia. At
present, there are about 5,000 Volvo buses operating in the SAARC region, both
in the city and inter-city segments.
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Thursday, September 6, 2012
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