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NEWS MORE THAN 1,700 OPEL CORSA-E FOR ITALIAN POST OFFICE

Poste Italiane orders 1,744 Corsa-e battery electric cars for its emissions-free fleet

pel announced today that it has received an order for 1,744 new all- electric Corsa-e cars from Poste Italiane, the Italian post office. Deliveries of the battery electric vehicles (BEV) will begin before Othe end of this year. The goal is a significant reduction in CO2 emissions. The Opel Corsa-e was selected in a public tender that was bid by leading automobile manufacturers.

With a range of up to 337 km in the WLTP1 cycle, the Corsa-e is suitable for every-day use. The 50 kWh battery can be fast-charged to up to 80 per cent state-of-charge in 30 minutes. The Opel BEV is ready for all charging options – via wall box, high-speed charging or cable for household sockets – and an eight-year/160,000km warranty covers the battery.

The Opel Corsa-e – the “Golden Steering Wheel 2020” title-holder – offers technologies and assistance systems more often found in higher market segments. The top features include the adaptive, glare-free IntelliLux LED® matrix light that Opel offers for the first time in the small car segment. If the Corsa-e leaves the driving lane unintentionally, active lane assist applies gentle corrective steering. With Active Drive Assist engaged, the car is kept in the centre of the driving lane.

Adaptive cruise control maintains a certain following distance to the vehicle ahead, using radar and camera sensors. The system offers additional stop and go functionality, braking the car to a standstill and following the vehicle ahead in traffic jams. Side blind zone assist and a variety of parking assistants are also available.

12 Optional extras include inductive charging (WiFi charging) in the head piece, NEWS MEET THE AVANCE as well as an integrated, height-adjustable, three-point belt. The Luxury NEWS version brings opulent full-leather upholstery, a wide head piece with movable and height-adjustable headrest and a newspaper net, a table and “Smart Fix” X SERIES BY KIEL as with the “Comfort” version. Optional extras include a USB port, a monitor, inductive charging (WiFi charging) in the head piece, as well as an integrated, SEATING SOLUTIONS height-adjustable, three-point belt. The Avance X VIP includes all features of the Comfort and Luxury models Megatrends such as globalization, urbanization and – and takes seating comfort one step further: with its luxurious, high-comfort individualization determine our lives. People are becoming more upholstery in full leather or in a combination of leather and fabric, the wider and more mobile, the speed of travel faster and faster, “distance” backrest and the new upholstered armrests. Optional extras include a USB always more relative. socket, a monitor, a built-in, height-adjustable three-point belt, an inductive charging coil (WiFi charging) in the head piece and an LED reading light. This is where Kiel, the world’s leading manufacturer of seating systems and interior solutions for commercial vehicles and public transportation, comes into The highlight: Avance X TECseat the play: with sophisticated technology, innovation and creativity, Kiel Seating The highlight of Kiel’s Avance X series is the Avance X TECseat which means Solutions faces the challenges the dynamic mobility market brings with it – not a very special “add-on” to the Luxury and VIP model. With its comfort features only for today, but also for the future. Their vision: keep every journey secure which can be controlled via an app as well as a special panel, the Avance X for the passenger and make it as comfortable as possible. Furthermore, Kiel TECseat meets all the modern requirements regarding comfort, safety and Seating Solutions assumes responsibility for the environment by innovative digitalisation. The Avance X TECseat doesn’t just convince with integrated developments and the use of recyclable materials. All this is perfectly shown heating, it also features cooling or air conditioning provided by air cushions by the Avance X series with its different models. Highlight of the series is the in the seat and back, and boasts a back massage function. In addition, this Avance X TECseat with its variety of high-end features that combine all of the ultra modern seat comes with a seat occupation system (“Detect seat”): the driver has a display showing which seats are occupied. There is also a seatbelt benefits of an ultra modern coach seat. detection system to show whether passengers are strapped in. Avance X: the updated model of the classic Avance for coaches For all seats and surfaces: effective protection against viruses and bacteria ith the Avance X, the updated model of Kiel’s popular Avance, With KIEL PROTECT, Kiel is presenting a new product which is likely to be the manufacturer is demonstrating how a classic model can particularly appreciated in the current Corona pandemic: It is highly effective be adapted to perfectly meet the requirements of our time. against viruses and bacteria, and can thus contribute to the control of The “X” in the name stands for the seat’s modern, dynamic W diseases and epidemics. KIEL PROTECT produces a protective film on seats and harmonious lines. Furthermore, the Avance X impresses with its high and surfaces in busses and trains which permanently eliminates germs. The passenger safety levels and its lines and construction methods successfully principle behind it is purely physical: KIEL PROTECT is based on the trusted meet the requirements of a wide variety of passenger sizes. The Avance X and safe disinfectant quaternary ammonium, which is chemically bound to seat convinces with the lowest possible weight by using new materials, such align silane quaternary ammonium molecules (silane quats) in a highly effective as lighter, modern plastics: it only weighs around 26 kg including all the add- manner. Positively charged nitrogen particles then actively attract viruses and on parts. This has a noticeable effect on fuel consumption and is therefore an bacteria, penetrating the membranes and killing them within minutes. important economic and environmental consideration. Furthermore, the seat is fully recyclable.

A number of additional extras and optional design details round off the Avance X. Thanks to its special technology, the seat provides extremely high modularity and allows for a variety of individual design variants.

Available in four versions The Avance X is available in four versions: Basic, Comfort, Luxury and VIP. In the Basic model, the seat features a simple fabric upholstery with headrest sides, a leather head piece, a fixed headrest and a three-point belt on the outward side. The handles have coat hooks. A table and newspaper net are optional. The Comfort version comes with standard upholstery or optional leather upholstery on the seat cushion and back, a wide and comfortable leather head piece, a wide elegant table, a newspaper net and a rubber clamp fitting on the rear of the headrest (“Smart Fix”). 14 15

electric drive axle of the vehicle. Two charging modes will be available for NEWS PACKAGE DEAL SET the Solaris : both conventional plug-in as well as pantograph charging. NEWS In this particular case the municipal carrier opted for an inverted pantograph (in this version the device is not stacked on the roof of the but rather on FOR ELECTRIC SOLARIS the mast of the charger). The 12-metre will provide space for at least 80 passengers. The driver’s cabin in the commissioned model will be BUSES AND CHARGING completely shut off. “As the popularity of electromobility is rising, and it is becoming an option that is readily available to public transport operators, so are the expectations of INFRASTRUCTURE FOR municipal carriers.

Hence, among others, the bigger number of turnkey tenders, encompassing GORZÓW not only the purchase of vehicles but also of infrastructure needed to recharge electric buses. We are ready for this challenge. Gorzów Wielkopolski is the latest addition to the impressive list of European cities investing in “green” public transport. The Our experience and technological know-how allow us to be a competent city and the municipal operator have recently ordered eight partner for operators at every stage of the implementation of e-mobility electrically propelled vehicles. These will be the first electric solutions. We are happy that Gorzów will join the ranks of cities with zero- buses to be deployed in Gorzów Wielkopolski. The vehicles will emission fleets,” said Petros Spinaris, Deputy CEO of Solaris Bus & Coach. carry passengers starting next year. In the case of the contract with Gorzów Wielkopolski, Solaris has committed to expand the bus terminus, to design and build three pantograph chargers, olaris Bus & Coach has signed a deal for the supply of eight zero- with a whopping 400 kW in charging power, which will be deployed at the emission electric buses of the Urbino 12 electric type with the city of termini in strategic city areas. Gorzów Wielkopolski and the operator Miejski Zakład Komunikacji in Gorzów Wielkopolski. Apart from vehicles, the contract covers S These chargers will allow the operator to maximise the daily operability of also an investment part for the design and building of the vehicle charging electric buses. What is more, the producer is also due to deliver four depot infrastructure. charging stations, each coming with two charging points, boasting a power of 2 x 60 kW; these will enable among others the standard overnight charging This marks yet another instance where Solaris can offer a full package of of vehicles. turnkey electromobility solutions. The total net value of the contract amounts to over PLN 25 million. In the photo (from the left): Mateusz Nalewajski (Commercial Operations Deputy Director, Solaris Bus & Coach Sp. z o.o.), Petros Spinaris (Deputy The electric buses that are to début on the streets of Gorzów Wielkopolski CEO, Solaris Bus & Coach Sp. z o.o.), Jacek Wójcicki (Mayor of the City of will be fitted with Solaris High Power batteries with a total capacity of ca. Gorzów Wielkopolski), Roman Maksymiak (CEO, MZK Gorzów Wielkopolski). 120 kWh. The batteries will be used to store the energy needed to feed the

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The company that considers the North American market as one of its growth NEWS accelerator in the future and aims to bring the TS45 Electric Bus that it has NEWS TEMSA recently developed specifically for US market.

NORTH AMERICA WILL BE A GROWTH ACCELERATOR INTRODUCES THE Tolga Kaan Doğancıoğlu, TEMSA CEO, said, "We are proud of having arrived at a successful point on a challenging market like the US.

Besides, it is an important factor in identifying new targets for the forthcoming NEW TS30 AT UMA period.

We have so far undersigned great achievements through the contribution of MOTORCOACH having analysed the market and determined the needs in an accurate fashion. Our electric vehicles that we produce along with all their technology will soon EXPO hit the roads in different parts of the US, particularly Silicon Valley. In the forthcoming period, we aim to write greater success stories, especially in the North American market, through the new partnership of PPF and Skoda TEMSA introduced its new TEMSA TS30 (34 passenger) Transportation." at UMA Expo, considered one of the most important expos world-wide in the private coach segment, held in Orlando, NEW TS30 ATTRACTS GREAT APPRECIATION FL. Being among one of the four largest coach retailers in the Fatih Kozan, TEMSA North America Country Director, emphasized that it is market, with its over 1,000 vehicles on the roads, TEMSA aims the 50th anniversary of UMA and continued: "As in every year, we also took at delivering its electric vehicles that are recently developed for part at the fair this year with an innovative product, which brings design and the roads in the United States technology together.

Our TS30 vehicle has been the number-one choice of transport companies EMSA, one of the industry leading bus manufacturers has been providing services with high quality standards in the market, as a high-end distributing coaches in the US market since 2010, continues its product that has never been in the travel/motorcoach segment in the past. success story today. Our model that we have enriched through new equipment gained the T appreciation of all operators. Having participated in the UMA Motorcoach EXPO 2021, which is considered as one of the most prestigious organizations in the private motorcoach market, UMA expo brings industry professionals from all corners of the world together We believe that we will bring our sales performance in the market to higher in Orlando, Florida, TEMSA offers new technology, design, and innovation. levels thanks to our new product that stands out with its sturdiness and low operational cost. " It exhibited a single vehicle at the fair and managed to attract the attention and appreciation of all participants, with its new TS30 redesigned motorcoach.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES ARE ON THE ROAD With more than 15,000 vehicles in 66 countries, TEMSA is reinforcing its position in the US day by day.

Having entered the US market in 2010, TEMSA continues to operate through the TEMSA North America (TNA) Company founded in 2018.

TEMSA that has managed to be one of the most important actors in the industry, by achieving a 10-percent market share where it operates presently, appears to be an "automotive-focused technology company" with over 1,000 vehicles in the US.

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NEWS SETRA DEPLOYMENT AT FRANKFURT AIRPORT The Hessian Frabus GmbH has added seven S 415 LE business to its fleet.

ith the Setra MultiClass low-entry vehicles, the company operates two of the four staff bus routes at Frankfurt Airport on behalf of Fraport AG. The buses, each with 43 seats, Wcurrently stop at nine stops on the West lines - every five minutes.

"When the workload is high, the vehicles on all lines are used by around 15,000 employees every day during normal times," says operations manager Uwe Schott, who always relies on the high quality of the low entry buses: Replaced by new vehicles for four years. "

The Frabus Arbeitsgemeinschaft Personalbuslinien Flughafen Frankfurt am Main GmbH, which has its control center in Kelsterbach, was founded in August 2010 as a joint subsidiary of Reiseienst Sack GmbH and TRD Reisen Fischer GmbH & Co. KG.

26 NEWS NEW MOVANO AND MOVANO-E TAKE OPEL TO TOP OF LARGE VAN CLASS

- Class-leading: Top marks for load-carrying capability and total cost of ownership - No compromises: New Movano’s usability fully retained by electrified version - From campers to tippers: New Movano is ideal basis for wide range of conversions - Extensive list: Assistance systems include Advanced Brake Assist, Hill Descent Control - All electric: New Movano-e completes electrification of Opel LCV portfolio

pel today released the first information and images of the all- new Movano-e, the first battery electric vehicle from the German brand in the large van market segment. The new generation OMovano with diesel engines as well as electric drive is the most competitive offer Opel has yet made in this sector of the light commercial vehicle (LCV) market.

Providing class-leading figures for payload, cargo capacity and gross vehicle weights, combined with a wide range of body versions, lengths and heights, the new generation Movano will be available from the start of sales not only with modern, powerful and durable diesel engines, but also with zero-emissions battery-electric drive. The new Movano and Movano-e will both arrive at Opel dealerships later this year.

“The new Opel Movano-e completes our range of electric light commercial vehicles. Our customers from trade and commerce can therefore drive and

28 transport emissions-free. We are convinced that the new generation Movano Together with the rear doors that open to 180 degrees (optionally extendable NEWS will win additional market share for the brand”, says Opel CEO Michael to 270 degrees), they make the Movano especially easy to load. The range of NEWS Lohscheller. gross vehicle weights (GVW) is among the widest in this class, extending from

There is a new Opel Movano for every transportation task – from personnel 2.8 to 4.0 tons, while payloads reach a maximum of 2.1 tons. With sill heights and urban deliveries, to refrigerated goods and campers. The vehicle’s tough as low as 494 millimetres, a width of 1422 mm between the wheel arches and robust character is reflected in the design, which at the same time and 1870 mm between the panels, the load zone for Opel’s new large van visualises its dynamics and great efficiency. Importantly for professionals and represents the benchmark for its rivals. fleet managers alike, the emission-free Movano-e demands no compromises and thus represents a real alternative to conventionally powered vehicles. The standard cab features a single row of three seats, while the second row of the optional crew cab offers seating for an additional four passengers. In order The electric propulsion system of Opel’s new e-LCV delivers 90 kW (122 hp) to meet special demands, the new Movano is additionally available as a chassis and 260 Nm of torque, with the maximum speed electronically controlled at cab, a chassis crew cab and a floor cab with a single row of three seats. Opel’s 110 km/h. Depending on the model variant, customers can choose between new LCV is the ideal basis for a broad line-up of specialist conversions as well, 37 kWh and 70 kWh lithium ion batteries for ranges (depending on the such as tippers, drop-sides and campers. driving profile and the prevailing conditions) of up to 117 or 224 kilometres respectively in the WLTP combined cycle1. The batteries are packaged under Active safety: High-tech assistance systems for protection of all road users the loading space so that they do not compromise usage, which also benefits State-of-the-art driver assistance systems provide protection not only for the cornering and wind stability even when fully loaded. A sophisticated drivers, crew and passengers, but also other road users. regenerative braking system, which recovers the energy produced under braking or deceleration, further increases efficiency. The new Movano’s extensive list – much of which is standard equipment, depending on the trim level – includes Automatic Safety Brake, Blind Spot In addition to electric propulsion, the diesel powertrains of the new Movano Warning, Hill Descent Control and Lane Departure Warning. “OpelConnect”, match the best on the market for high fuel efficiency and low CO2 emissions. the “myOpel” app and the “Free2Move Services” mobility brand offer special The power output of the 2.2- litre engines – which all comply with the strict solutions for light commercial vehicles, including e-LCVs. The services are Euro 6d emissions standard – range from 88 kW (120 hp) to 121 kW (165 hp). accessible via apps. The “Charge My Car” function from the “Free2Move The high low-end torque extends from 300 Newton metres at 1,500 rpm to Services” app enables access to charging points throughout Europe, including 370 Nm at 1,750 rpm. Driving the front wheels, all the engines are paired with payment. six-speed manual transmissions.Based on the number one platform in the market segment, the new Movano offers excellent load-carrying capability For professional fleet management, the “Opel Connect” telematics solution and total cost of ownership as well as a wide range of bodies and cargo with “Free2Move Fleet Services” can track the geographic location of the capacities. vehicle, optimise routes, monitor maintenance and fuel consumption and offer tips for more economical driving. Wide choice: Four lengths, three heights and 8.0 to 17 m3 of cargo volume Panel van customers can choose from four lengths (L1-4) and three heights The new Movano joins the Combo and the Vivaro as the newest member of (H1-3), with maximum load capacity ranging from 8.0 to 17 cubic metres. The Opel’s light commercial vehicle family. The brand’s entire LCV portfolio will doors of the H3 variant are 2.03 metres tall – best in class. offer a battery-electric model variant by the end of this year. Opel will offer an electrified version of all passenger car and LCV models by 2024.

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NEWS GENESIS MARKS EUROPEAN LAUNCH WITH EURO NCAP TOP RATINGS FOR G80 AND GV80 In its latest series of crashworthiness and crash avoidance evaluations, Euro NCAP has awarded newcomers Genesis G80 and GV80 the top five-star rating. Citroën’s latest C4 including the electric ë-C4 variant earn four stars. The BMW 4 Series Coupé and 4 Series Convertible share the 2019 five-star rating of the BMW 3 Series on which they are largely based. enesis as a stand-alone brand has finally launched in the European market, having gone on sale in South Korea and the United States some five years earlier. The first two cars from this luxury brand of GHyundai – the G80 sedan and GV80 SUV – both impress with top Euro NCAP safety ratings. With head, chest and centre airbags, the GV80 scores full points for side impact protection, and the G80 is only a fraction of a point behind. Both cars also get full scores for child occupant protection and provide a full array of driver assistance systems to help prevent accidents in the Full electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles first place. The GV80’s pedestrian protection is some way behind that of the (PHEVs) are continuing to flood the G80 with its active hood, but is enough to secure a five-star rating. The third- generation Citroën C4 sits firmly in four-star territory, with its performance market, often as new powertrain in adult occupant protection, pedestrian protection and safety assistance variants of existing cars. The ratings of failing to break the five-star threshold. The first offering from the newly- the Škoda Octavia, VW Golf, Renault formed Stellantis group to be rated by Euro NCAP, the car was tested with Captur and Opel Grandland X are the standard equipment available on the regular C4 and ë-C4 electric variants. extended to cover hybrid or PHEV This includes the AEB front crash prevention system for cars and pedestrians, variants, while those of the BMW X3 but not the cyclist functionality that is only offered as an optional add-on. and the Opel Corsa now include full electric variants. Michiel van Ratingen, Secretary General of Euro NCAP, “These remain difficult times for the car industry, with the pandemic and semiconductor shortage presenting big challenges. Still, Genesis has managed to bring two cars to the market which offer excellent, all-round robust safety performance. Citroën chalked up a respectable four-star rating for the new C4 models, but still left us with the impression that with some more careful engineering it could have been much better.”The BMW 4 Series Convertible and 4 Series Coupé borrow heavily from the 3 Series, rated by Euro NCAP in 2019. Some tests have been carried over from the 3 Series but, in addition, extra tests have been done to ensure that the safety is at the same 2019 five- star level.

34 Since 2015, VDL Bus & Coach has also been conducting market research NEWS NEW GENERATION OF in order to gain a better understanding of the future of mobility, which also NEWS includes interviewing key European stakeholders.

VDL CITEAS: DEVELOPED "Our customers will be excited by the fact that the range per day is no longer limited, that the number of passengers is even higher than the standard for diesel buses and that the TCO for most operations is lower than that for diesel FROM SCRATCH INTO AN buses. In addition, we have done everything possible to enthuse the driver about the ergonomic driver's cabin and the safety-enhancing systems. INNOVATIVE PRODUCT Passengers will experience levels of comfort and an ambience that are very balanced, as the interior design is based on modern public spaces and mobility systems. In this way, the innovative design also contributes to the greater goal of a liveable city, where residents will benefit from clean air and reduced RANGE noise." Batteries in the floor, a one-piece composite side wall, clever energy management, a sophisticated climate control system and Range of up to 600 kilometres an ergonomic driver's environment. With these five important The new Citeas will be built in four length variants: 12.2 metres (Low Floor innovations, VDL Bus & Coach introduces the new generation and Low Entry), 13.5 metres (LE), 14.9 metres (LE) and 18.1 metres (LF). The of Citeas product range, consisting of four length variants and 13.5-metre version has two axles, which can compete with a three-axle unit in five types. terms of seating capacity.

The development of the new generation Citeas gave us the opportunity The range of the new generation of Citeas has improved significantly: all to integrate the latest high-tech technologies in the most efficient way vehicles can cover a distance of 500 to 600 kilometres during their entire possible," explains Alex de Jong, Business Manager Public Transport of period of use. A battery capacity of 490 kWh is possible on a 12.2-metre VDL "VDL Bus & Coach. "We started completely from scratch, focusing on zero Citea. emissions. VDL Bus & Coach is thus responding to the standards demanded in city and We took the ideal layout of the vehicle as a starting point. An optimal seat regional transport today: in metropolitan areas, the Citeas are capable of 24- layout and passenger flow, combined with optimal weight distribution, were hour operation, and on regional lines, which are increasingly being electrified, essential to the development. We also decided at that stage to integrate the routes of up to 100 kilometres and daily services of 600 kilometres are no standard batteries into the floor. longer an exception.

The objective of this is to reduce the centre of gravity and optimise the weight Batteries in the floor distribution and allocation of all necessary components." The standard battery pack of the new Citea generation is integrated into the floor. The absence of batteries in the passenger compartment ensures Zero emissions: next level optimal passenger flow and maximises the number of seats. The new Citea generation is based entirely on an electric drive train. When developing such an e-vehicle, you are no longer tied to certain fixed locations By placing the batteries in the floor, the centre of gravity of the bus is lower, of components that you had to take into account before, such as the position which makes road handling more stable. of the combustion engine. Ride comfort for the driver and passengers has also been significantly De Jong: "For us, it was clear that the next step of a zero emission public improved. This also reduces the weight of the vehicle. transport bus needed new technologies and a new way of thinking.

The experiences in both the bus sector and in e-mobility are combined. The customer is offered an optimal platform, while negative factors such as limited range, fewer passengers and a higher total cost of ownership of ZE vehicles are eliminated.”

Over 100 million e-miles of experience During the development of the new generation of Citeas, a great deal of data provided many factual insights, all based on more than 100 million electric 36 kilometres driven. 37 Composite sidewall NEWS A new feature is the side wall, which is built in one piece and developed by VDL itself. This composite sidewall brings about a considerable weight reduction.

This causes less vibration and filters the sound coming from outside. In addition, it leads to less energy consumption. The innovative composite side panel construction is 15% lighter than a conventional side panel.

Furthermore, the introduction of this composite sidewall has both greatly improved the insulation of the bus and significantly reduced the consumption of the climate control system. There are also no more cold bridges in the side wall. This leads to more comfort for the passengers.

Climate control system Because there is no such thing as an ideal temperature for all passengers, the new Citea has different climate zones, which contribute to reduced energy consumption while optimising comfort. The driver can create his or her own thermal zone by means of an additional cab heater, which supplies warm air around the legs and torso.

This allows the driver to set his or her own comfortable temperature from 17 to 27 degrees. In order to be able to set different climate zones in the new generation of Citeas, VDL Bus & Coach has developed its own heat pump system.

This ensures the right temperature at the various locations in the vehicle. 60% of the heat comes from the floor.

Energy management The use of double-glazing, which is standard in the new Citea, has reduced energy consumption by 10%. This greatly improves insulation performance, so that less cold is radiated from the inside of the windows, noise from outside is damped and less condensation occurs. This results in considerably more comfort for the passenger.

Overall energy consumption has fallen by around 25%. In addition to double glazing, this is achieved through smart software, the driveline, climate control system, aerodynamics and weight reduction, among other things.

Ergonomic driver environment In the new generation of Citeas, not only has the driver's seating position been greatly improved, but so has the steering column with a larger adjustment range and lower steering forces for optimal comfort, based on the modern technology used in the automotive industry.

For the driver, there are flexible and extensive adjustment possibilities and sufficient storage space.

Choosing the desired pedal arrangement is also a novelty.Research results show that a lot of time and energy has been spent improving vehicle-driver interaction and safety systems.Future developments in payment systems and autonomous driving were also anticipated. 38 NEWS BYD LANDS MAJOR EBUS ORDER WITH BERGKVARABUSS IN SWEDEN First-time 79 eBus Order Includes New Class II 42-Foot and 49-Foot models YD, the world’s leading electric bus manufacturer, has won a major fleet order with Bergkvarabuss in Sweden – marking a notable new customer for BYD and the first time that BYD eBuses will be seen Bin service with the Skåne region public transport operator.A total of 79 pure-electric emissions-free eBuses will include 39-foot models and also BYD’s latest Class-II 42-foot and Class-II 49-foot models.A number of the vehicles will be built at BYD’s production facility in Komárom, Hungary. BYD has been awarded this substantial new order following Bergkvarabuss’s own successful contract win to supply public transport services in the areas of Söderslätt, Österlen and Nordväst in southern Sweden on behalf of the regional public transport authority, Skånetrafiken.Vehicle deliveries are scheduled to commence at the end of this year.The order follows a number of significant fleet orders and deliveries announced by BYD in recent weeks and months.The Bergkvarabuss order further strengthens BYD’s position as the leading supplier of electric vehicles in Sweden and throughout the Nordic region.More than 250 BYD eBuses are now in service in Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Finland, collectively clocking-up 25 million kms and reducing CO2 emissions by over 27,000-tonnes. A further 250 BYD eBuses are on order in the Nordic region.BYD’s new 90-passenger low-entry 49-foot eBus model – 32 in total for Bergkvarabuss – offers a single-charge range of 400km (SORT-II) from its improved battery capacity. Bergkvarabuss has also ordered 43 of BYD’s latest low-entry 42-foot model.Both of these latest Class-II BYD models feature enhanced comfort and convenience for passengers, including under-seat lighting and additional USB-charging access points.The remaining four eBuses on the Bergkvarabuss order includes the latest version of BYD’s – and Europe’s – best-selling 39-foot model, featuring significant product upgrades which enhance productivity, safety and passenger experience. Staffan Karlsson, COO at Bergkvarabuss, said, “We have been impressed by the latest bus models from BYD and the benefits they offer.

We are looking forward to operating the buses in order to contribute to fossil- free public transport in the Skåne region.”BYD Europe Managing Director, Isbrand Ho, added, “We are thrilled to have been awarded this very substantial order and we are proud to have Bergkvarabuss as our new customer in Sweden. This is the start of what I know will be a strong and successful partnership with one of the country’s principal bus operators,” he said. “We have a growing presence in Scandinavia and we’re cooperating to very positive effect with public transport operators throughout the region. The Nordic region is leading the way for electrification in Europe, with BYD’s presence now established right across Norway, Sweden and Finland, including the extremely cold far- north. I’m hugely encouraged that forward-thinking PTOs like Bergkvarabuss are looking to BYD first as their eMobility partner.”

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long Atak Electric can carry upto 52 passengers making Autonomous Atak NEWS AUTONOMOUS ATAK Electric a pioneer in its segment.Emphasizing that the autonomous Atak NEWS Electric offers Level 4 autonomy thanks to its drive-by-wire equipment and dedicated software that processes and directs information in technological ELECTRIC, EUROPE’S sensors, Kansan CEO Okan Baş continued, "We bring to the market a truly autonomous public transport vehicle equipped with a central management system that enables constant communication with the vehicles allowing for AND USA’S FIRST SERIAL- human intervention when necessary and enabling data exchange with third- PRODUCED SELF-DRIVING party software. On this level, the buses can be driven autonomously or non-autonomously either in a campus or in real road conditions on a pre-defined route.It is BUS, IS READY TO HIT THE capable of reaching speeds of up to fifty kilometers per hour in self-driving mode - whether in day or night time, or in rainy or snowy road conditions.

ROADS! With its superior capabilities, Autonomous Atak Electric can pull into bus stops on the route, manage the passengers getting on/off, and navigate through Autonomous Atak Electric is roundabouts, thoroughfares or traffic lights. In short, it will minimize risks by Ready for the World with its Futuristic Technologies! making traffic more smart.” Karsan Holds the Online Debut of Autonomous Atak Electric “We are working on Autonomous Jest and a new breed of electric vehicles in Autonomous Atak Electric, Europe’s and USA’s first serial- the 12-18 meter segment are lined up for production” produced self-driving bus, is ready to hit the roads! Underlining the fact that Karsan has so far made serious headway in the field of electric vehicles as evidenced by the success of Atak and Jest Electric buses arsan held the online debut of Autonomous Atak Electric, Europe’s and which have hit the 1 million mile milestone, Karsan CEO Okan Baş continued, USA’s first Level 4 self-driving bus that is ready for serial production. “Atak Electric, which we launched recently and prepared for serial production, Autonomous Atak Electric can navigate through streets without a was only an intermediate stop. human driver equipped with LiDAR sensors all around.Autonomous K The Autonomous Atak Electric, which you can see here today, is our main Atak Electric comes with innovative technologies such as an advanced radar in the front, high-resolution image processing with RGB cameras and focus. From day one, we have planned it with this purpose in mind.As a matter extra driving safety thanks to thermal imaging cameras.Offering a Level-4 of fact, we look at our range of electric vehicles as a stepping stone to self- autonomous driving experience in combination with these technologies, driving ones. Of course, we want to start with Atak and move forward. And Autonomous Atak Electric can drive itself on a pre-defined route. Autonomous Jest Electric is also on the cards. Every product Karsan will launch from now on will be autonomous-compatible. Capable of reaching speed of up to fifty kilometers per hour in all road conditions night and day when in self-driving mode, the bus can autonomously It will be possible to adapt them to all Level-4 autonomous features. Meanwhile, perform tasks previously done by a human driver such as pulling into bus stops Karsan’s investments in electric vehicles continue at full speed. Fully electric on the route, managing the passengers getting on/off, navigating through vehicles in the 12-18 meter segment will soon be on the roads.” roundabouts, thoroughfares or traffic lights etc.Offering transport solutions for the mobility needs of the century with its factory based in Turkey, Karsan held “Autonomous transformation is to be faster for public transportation” the online debut of its Autonomous Atak Electric. Karsan CEO’su Okan Baş continued saying, “In as short a time as two years, we have sold approximately two hundred Jest Electric and Atak Electric buses The first Level 4 self-driving bus to be operated on the roads of Europe and to be operated in thirty different European cities. the USA, Autonomous Atak Electric was modeled on Atak Electric, Karsan’s 100% electrically powered electric bus in the 8-meter segment. Karsan’s R&D And now it’s time for Autonomous Atak Electric.As a company that produces team worked in collaboration with the US-based tech company ADASTEC. public transport vehicles, there is an important reason why we are headed Level-4 Autonomous software developed by ADASTEC has been integrated down the path of autonomous vehicles. into Atak Electric's electrical-electronic architecture and electric vehicle software. Unlike passenger cars, public transportation vehicles have certain routesTherefore, we expect the "autonomous transformation" to be much Autonomous Atak Electric was modeled on Atak Electric, powered by 220 faster for public transportation in contrast to passenger cars. We believe kWh batteries developed by BMW that is capable of producing 2500 Nm that autonomous transformation will progress 15-20 years ahead for public torque with 230 kW engine power. Boasting a 300 km range, the 8.3 meter transportation vehicles. 44 45 “To be launched in Michigan on an actual route” NEWS Praising Autonomous Atak Electric as the best model to cater to needs in the 8-meter segment, Karsan CEO Okan Baş said, “We saw an opportunity in the market and we acted fast. We collaborated with the US based technology company ADASTEC in the process.Atak was an opportunity for us with its size and innovative features. Currently, there is no other company in Europe or the USA producing Level 4 autonomous vehicles of this size.

This makes us a pioneer in the world.Autonomous Atak Electric, which we see as an opportunity with its size and innovative features, has attracted a lot of attention since the day it was announced.We received our first order from Romania which we will be delivering in the coming days. Also, we can soon get a new order from another European country. On the other hand, the bus is to be used on aroute inside a university in Michigan in the US to transport students inside the campus. Our target market for Autonomous Atak Electric is Northern Europe.

”In his statement, ADASTEC CEO Ali Ufuk Peker said, “We broke new ground on many levels with the Autonomous Atak Electric.Thanks to our collaboration with Karsan, we made our autonomous vehicle software platform flowride. ai available to the public transport industry. With the Autonomous Driving software, we have full-sized commercial vehicles operated on specific routes without a human driver.Our software platform ensures the continuous and secure operation of the autonomous vehicle fleet in a cloud environment. Mobile applications integrated into our software platform provide passengers and fleet managers with instant access to information about autonomous vehicles.”

Autonomous Atak Electric offers a 360-degree view with its sensors The self-driving Autonomous Atak Electric, which puts its one step ahead of the pack, can easily navigate through roads, and analyze traffic besides having situational awareness.This way, driving systems are controlled via electronic systems without mechanical connection.

Autonomous Atak Electric, which has driving assistance systems that go beyond ADAS functions, has advanced LiDAR sensors. These sensors work effectively at even the most critical angles for distances of up to 120 metres by emitting laser beams, enabling three-dimensional detection of surrounding objects with centimetre accuracy.Moreover, the radio waves emitted by the front radar identify moving objects up to 160 metres in all weather conditions.

Thermal cameras facilitate the detection of living beings Autonomous Atak Electric, which can both measure the distance of objects and identify them by processing high-resolution images with six RGB cameras fitted on different parts of the vehicle, easily distinguishes between vehicles, pedestrians or other objects.On the other hand, Autonomous Atak Electric, thanks to its thermal imaging cameras, can detect the temperature changes in living beings around the vehicle without being affected by light and weather conditions, thus providing additional safety against pedestrians and other living creatures. Autonomous Atak Electric has high-resolution maps that convey highly accurate location information, GNSS, accelerometers , and also LiDAR sensors, allowing the vehicle's location to be determined precisely and safely.

46 NEWS MELLOR NEW ORION E23 AND MAXIMA E23 LAUNCHED: BOTH E-BUSES MEET ZEBRA FUNDING CRITERIA UK bus manufacturer Mellor is launching two new full-electric vehicles, named New Orion E23 and Maxima E23. K bus manufacturer Mellor is launching two new full-electric vehicles, named New Orion E23 and Maxima E23. They both deliver 23-passenger capacities thus falling within scope of the £120 million UZero-Emission Buses Regional Area (ZEBRA) funding for the provision of up to 500 new British-built zero-emission buses.Both the new Orion E23 and new Maxima E23 are based on existing Mellor products. Orders for Orion E23 and new Maxima E23 are now being taken with deliveries expected to commence in summer 2021.

Mellor Orion E23 and Maxima E23 launched The DDA-compliant, low-floor Orion E23 has been developed for urban schedule bus services, while the Maxima E23 – also DDA-compliant – will provide a zero-emissions variant of the school-bus offering from Mellor. Development of the new e-buses has brought together the competences of Woodall Nicholson – the British-based manufacturing group which includes the Mellor, Treka Bus, Coleman Milne and VCS brands. In particular, the group’s Promech Technologies business has been instrumental with its lightweighting and drivetrain integration capabilities.Mellor says it «has seen growing support for its recent ‘Big Bus Bias’ campaign; the company’s response to what it describes as the Department for Transport’s (DfT’s) short- sighted and restrictive ZEBRA funding for smaller size-appropriate zero- emissions buses. With support from industry bodies, charities and from the Shadow Transport Office, Mellor remains steadfast in its view that the DfT has seemingly withdrawn Local Authorities’ ability to choose where to invest in zero-emissions buses – and, therefore, the essential services they deliver».

Mellor, a zero emission solution on a proven platform “The market has driven our investment into developing our electric product range,” said Bus Division Managing Director at Woodall Nicholson, Mark Clissett, “and operators in particular have told us that they want Mellor electric buses in which to invest government funding. With significant investment, innovative engineering and a dedicated, highly-skilled team of designers, engineers and technicians, we can offer a zero-emissions solution on an already proven vehicle platform.”

“The addition of full electric variants to our proven Orion and Maxima line- ups,” he added, “represents the organic development of our product range. We now have full-electric, zero-emissions buses to offer a size- and cost- appropriate solution for an increasing number of operators who are seeing their usual larger bus services become increasingly unviable.” 48 OTOMOTİV SEKTÖRÜ AYLIK RAPORU AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY MONTHLY REPORT Nisan / April / 2021 - Üretim / Production - İthalat / Imports - Satış / Sales - İhracat / Exports

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58 59 energy-neutral approach using 'green' technology. Partly due to uncertainties NEWS ROESELARE AND caused by the global coronavirus pandemic, the plan was temporarily put on NEWS hold.Peter Wouters, director of the Roeselare plant, says that preparations have continued behind the scenes over recent months. "The architectural firm VALKENSWAARD: READY has finalised the design and the environmental permit has been applied for. We aim to start construction this autumn.

FOR PRODUCTION OF THE The intention is to move from the current location to the new one by the end of next year. In the meantime, the ambition has remained unchanged: the new factory will, alongside Valkenswaard, be our centre for e-mobility, which will NEW GENERATION OF VDL enable us to respond even better to the needs and demands of the European market."

CITEAS VDL Bus Valkenswaard In addition to coaches, VDL Bus & Coach in Valkenswaard will also produce The signals are green. In a while, the new generation of Citeas electric buses. A dedicated production line has been set up for this purpose. will be produced at a CO2-neutral factory in Roeselare, Belgium. According to Coppens, "We have invested a lot in adjusting and improving the process recently, for example by having employees from Heerenveen, Roeselare and Valkenswaard exchange knowledge and experience in the field he decision is final: the new building is on the way and construction of building public transport buses. will start this autumn. "We have great confidence in the future development of the market for electric buses," says CEO Henk The Valkenswaard plant is now equipped to handle both disciplines (coaches Coppens of VDL Bus & Coach. T and public transport). Our current order book looks promising, so we’re going to distribute the various public transport orders. In Valkenswaard, for example, Electric buses will also be produced at VDL Bus Valkenswaard. In the course of 102 Citeas Electric will be built for Oslo, the largest public transport order 2022, the Heerenveen branch will be converted into an assembly plant that will to date. And there will soon also be orders for the new generation of VDL make assembly modules under the planned cooperation with the construction Citeas." company Van Wijnen. As a result, VDL in Heerenveen will eventually stop making buses. VDL Bus Heerenveen VDL and construction company Van Wijnen are planning a long-term Sustainable mobility cooperation. After completing the procedures, the VDL company in Friesland "Even before the coronavirus crisis, we had started working on reorganising the will be transformed into VDL Smart Spaces around the end of this calendar bus division to create the necessary flexibility and strengthen our activities," year. The new activity for VDL in Heerenveen offers employment to all says Coppens. "The previously initiated plan to grow towards multi-product employees who will produce modules for the building on an industrial basis. factories and increase the production portfolio will be continued unabated. Think of complete bathrooms, toilets and technical rooms. These will be installed on building sites ready for use. In the Netherlands, some tenders have been postponed because of the coronavirus crisis, but in other countries the contracts continue to be awarded. Bus production will be phased out in the first quarter of 2022 and will end on The replacement of diesel buses with electric ones is an important issue 31 March 2022. Until then, VDL Bus & Coach will continue to build buses in throughout Europe because of the climate ambitions of both governments Heerenveen. There will be no reduction in the portfolio; the current LLE and and cities. Sustainable mobility is the future, a commitment to which VDL is LLE-Electric lines will be continued, ultimately in Valkenswaard. The official happy to adhere." collaboration with Van Wijnen will start on 1 January 2022. Henk Coppens stresses that VDL continues to make a strategic choice to build buses in Western Europe. "Close to our customers, CO2-neutral and through sustainable production methods that preserve jobs. In this way, we offer sustainable mobility solutions and, in the field of public transport, we are the European leader: one in five electric buses are made by VDL.”

VDL Bus Roeselare In the autumn of 2019, VDL Bus & Coach announced that it would build a new factory in Roeselare. The production process is designed to build electrically powered buses in the most efficient way possible. This will be done taking an 60 61

urban transportation and use more environmental friendly buses, Karsan aims NEWS DELIVERY OF 30 to deliver 43 pieces in May and 14 pieces in September with the increase in NEWS business to deliver a total of fifty-seven 12 and 18 meters long, CNG fueled Menarinibus Citymood buses.

PIECES OF CNG Speaking at the ceremony, Karsan Commercial Affairs Deputy General Manager Muzaffer Arpacıoğlu said, “It is very exciting for us to bring to Mersin, one of the most beautiful cities of the Mediterranean coastline, environmentally FUELED MENARINIBUS friendly vehicles.

Our CNG-fueled 12 and 18-meter Menarinibus Citymood buses, which we CITYMOOD FROM started delivering shortly after winning the tender, blend in with the historical texture and architectural feautures of the city. KARSAN TO MERSIN The fact that our vehicles will be mostly used by female drivers makes us extra happy, our vehicles are in safe hands. Karsan, who won the tender for 73 buses held by the Mersin Promising extra passenger comfort, our Menarinibus vehicles, which we Metropolitan Municipality to ease the burden on urban believe will provide significant operational savings to the Mersin Municipality transportation and to use more environmentally friendly with their fuel-saving, environment-friendly engines, are equipped with high- buses, delivered the first 30 units of CNG (natural gas) fueled tech camera and recording systems, collision sensors, high-capacity driver Menarinibus Citymood as agreed under the tender for 87 units and passenger air conditioners with clean air input, whose supply became in accordance with the increase in business. more critical during the pandemic, in line with the demands of our municipality. We want to bring the remaining 57 vehicles to the people of Mersin as soon ersin Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Vahap Seçer, Karsan as we can. Commercial Affairs Deputy General Manager Muzaffer Arpacıoğlu, Karsan Sales Manager Adem Ali Metin, chamber of commerce On the other hand, we will be providing full support to keep the buses in top Mrepresentatives and municipal council members attended the condition offering help with all the cleaning, maintenance and repair works of delivery ceremony. the 87 Menarinibus Citymood that we are set to deliver.

At the ceremony, Mersin Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Vahap Seçer, who At Karsan, we will continue our efforts to bring modern public transportation carried out the first test drive of Menarinibus Citymoods delivered with a solutions to every corner of Turkey and to provide on-site services with our symbolic key, stated that the vehicles delivered by Karsan would be mainly professional team”. used by female drivers. Environmentally friendly Menarinibus Citymoods also reduce operational Domestic manufacturer Karsan continues to be the choice of environmental costs friendly cities with its modern public transportation solutions. Karsan recently delivered 30 CNG fueled Menarinibus Citymood buses to the Mersin Offering low fuel consumption and low operational costs, the CNG-fueled, Metropolitan Municipality. 12 meter Menarinibus Citymood provides users with operational comfort owing to its digital display with a diagnostic function, wide angle of view and Mersin Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Vahap Seçer, Karsan Commercial automatic transmission while turning urban travel into a fun experience with Affairs Deputy General Manager Muzaffer Arpacıoğlu, Karsan Sales Manager its low-floor design, independent front suspension and outstanding comfort. Adem Ali Metin, chamber of commerce representatives and municipal council members attended the delivery ceremony. The FPT CURSOR 8 CNG engine of Menarinibus Citymood, with a cylinder volume of 7.8 liters in compliance with the environmentally friendly Euro 6 At the ceremony, Mersin Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Vahap Seçer, who norms, offers users 243 kW of power and a maximum torque of 1,300 Nm. carried out the first test drive of Menarinibus Citymoods delivered with a symbolic key, stated that the vehicles delivered by Karsan would be mainly The 18-meter-long articulated Menarinibus Citymood, which adds a unique used by female drivers. dimension to urban transportation with 36 fixed seats and a total passenger capacity of 137, provides service at maximum capacity by expanding the Having won the 73-vehicle tender held by the Department of Transportation comfort area of passengers. of Mersin Metropolitan Municipality in the past months to ease the burden on

64 65 NEWS THE FIRST COACHES ARE DELIVERED WITH MODIFICATIONS TO MEET UK PSVAR ACCESSIBILITY STANDARDS To guarantee a reliable and durable solution through the conversion process, Irizar have carried out a comprehensive design analysis of the vehicle structure. This includes a finite element study which identifies, through 3D mapping, where stresses and strains may occur on the coach while in operation, ensuring that all necessary reinforcements are in place. This robust process means that the conversion will be fully compliant with the ECE R66.02 rollover regulation, withstand the test of time and protect residual values in the future. rizar is responding to the changing demands of the coach industry by offering factory-conversions to meet the Public Service Vehicle Accessibility Regulations (PSVAR) standard on new and used, Irizar i6 and i6S UK vehicles. IAll the vehicles converted at Irizar are supplied with a Certificate of Approval and carry a 2 year Irizar guarantee on the conversion and 5 year guarantee on the structure

Convertions at Irizar include: -Masats KS7 cassette type semi-automatic wheelchair lift in luggage compartment -Wheelchair door -Floor tracking with a Tecam quick-release seat system and appropriate restraints -Front, side and rear destination signage

66 Investment in precarious times NEWS The air conditioning system on the 51-seater S 515 HDH bus is equipped with NEWS SETRA – FROM the latest active filters. The system developed by Daimler Buses features an anti-viral functional layer and filters out the finest of aerosols from the air, thereby reducing their THE VERY concentration. The three-axle vehicle is also used by the Academy for further training courses on efficient and safer driving, for tourist trips and rental purposes.

BEGINNING Omnibusbetrieb Wild, a bus transport operator, started using Setra buses in the 1960s. Seven years ago the long-established company merged with -Allgäu Akademie Wild GmbH trains drivers with the S 515 HDH the Wild driver training school to become Allgäu Akademie Wild GmbH. The from the Setra TopClass range modern training centre is situated in Bad Wurzach. -BAZ professional driver training centre receives S 415 LE business bus This is also the location of the new touring coach that Peter Wild has invested in despite the Covid-19 crisis: "For me it is important to act anti-cyclically and to look ahead. One thing I know for sure: bus travel will soon take off again." Allgäu Akademie Wild GmbH" in Bad Wurzach and "BAZ Berufskraftfahr erausbildungszentrum Kepp" in North Rhine Westfalia's Bergkamen teach BAZ Kepp – learn to drive a bus or coach in a Setra trainee drivers in buses from the Setra TopClass and MultiClass range. BAZ Berufskraftfahrerausbildungszentrum Kepp based in Bergkamen, Hagen " and Hamm uses two Setra buses for driver training. With the help of a new S 515 HDH at Allgäu Akademie Wild GmbH, trainee drivers can familiarise themselves with state-of-the-art driver assistance An S 415 LE business from the MultiClass range and an S 515 HD from the systems from the very start of their training. ComfortClass range are used to train bus drivers for regular service routes and touring coaches. These include the anticipatory cruise control "Predictive Powertrain Control" (PPC) with topography detection, Lane Keeping Assist, Attention Assist and Owner Michael Kepp consistently provides participants in his training the world's first emergency braking system for buses. programmes with new, top-quality vehicles which are equipped with state- of-the-art driver assistance systems: "That way trainee drivers are up-to-date For company owner and driving instructor, Peter Wild, the top-quality technical with technology. equipment in the Setra TopClass touring coach is the basis for sound training: "In addition to the practical driving exercises, it is important that trainee bus By using Setra buses we can keep our promise to equip trainees with expertise drivers are proficient in all of the systems that will continue to be used with of the highest level." increasing frequency. In addition to theoretical and practical learner driver instruction and driving And that is possible thanks to the Setra." instructor training for all driving licence categories, the company also offers training and advanced training courses on warehousing, logistics and transport.

68 69 NEWS 5000 BUSES EQUIPPED WITH ACTIVE FILTERS AND PROTECTIVE DRIVER DOORS In the covid pandemic, Daimler Buses is investing in the highest level of safety thanks to active filters which operate in conjunction with the established air conditioning systems.

ver 5000 buses of the Mercedes-Benz and Setra brands now have the multi-layer, progressively constructed high-performance Ofilters on board. They include an anti-viral functional layer that filters out up to 99 percent of the aerosols in the interior.

A clearly visible sticker in the boarding area identifies vehicles with this equipment in which the air can be completely renewed in one to four minutes.

In order to protect bus drivers from infectious diseases, the corporation has now retrofitted 5000 urban buses, long distance scheduled buses and touring coaches of both brands with driver-protection doors of its own design.

The fully glazed partition walls made of safety glass or polycarbonate are available for new vehicles and as retrofit solutions.

70 NEWS APRIL 2021 RESULTS NİSAN 2021 HABER HAVE BEEN SONUÇLARI ANNOUNCED AÇIKLANDI

In January-April 2021, total production increased by 28 percent, and car production increased by 18 percent compared to the 2021 yılı Ocak-Nisan döneminde toplam üretim yüzde 28 ve same period of the previous year. During this period, total otomobil üretimi bir önceki yılın aynı dönemine göre yüzde 18 production was realized as 415,187 units, and automobile oranında arttı. Bu dönemde, toplam üretim 415 bin 187 adet, production as 288,211 units. otomobil üretimi ise 288 bin 211 adet düzeyinde gerçekleşti.

ompared to the same period of the previous year, in the January-April 021 yılı Ocak-Nisan döneminde toplam pazar geçen yılın aynı dönemine 2021 period, the total market increased by 74 percent and reached 271,173 göre yüzde 74 artarak 271 bin 173 adet düzeyinde gerçekleşti. Bu units. In this period, the automobile market grew by 69 percent and was dönemde otomobil pazarı ise yüzde 69 oranında arttı ve 204 bin Crealized as 204,839 units. 2839 adet olarak gerçekleşti. In the commercial vehicles segment, production increased by 52 percent in Ticari araç grubunda, 2021 yılı Ocak-Nisan döneminde üretim yüzde 52 January-April 2021, while in the heavy commercial vehicle group, it increased seviyesinde artarken, ağır ticari araç grubunda yüzde 89 oranında, hafif by 89 percent and in the light commercial vehicle group by 49 percent. ticari araç grubunda yüzde 49 oranında arttı.

Compared to January-April 2020, the commercial vehicle market increased by 93 percent, the light commercial vehicle market by 88 percent and the heavy 2020 yılı Ocak-Nisan dönemine göre ticari araç pazarı yüzde 93, hafif commercial vehicle market by 124 percent. ticari araç pazarı yüzde 88 ve ağır ticari araç pazarı yüzde 124 arttı.

In the January-April 2021 period, compared to the same period of the previous 2021 yılı Ocak-Nisan döneminde bir önceki yılın aynı dönemine göre, year, total automotive exports increased by 18 percent on the unit basis, and toplam otomotiv ihracatı adet bazında yüzde 18 oranında, otomobil automobile exports by 6 percent. ihracatı yüzde 6 oranında arttı.

In this period, total exports were realized as 339,197 units, and automobile Bu dönemde, toplam ihracat 339 bin 197 adet, otomobil ihracatı ise 212 exports were realized as 212,056 units. bin 56 adet düzeyinde gerçekleşti.

In the January-April 2021 period, total automotive exports increased by 34 2021 yılı Ocak-Nisan döneminde bir önceki yılın aynı dönemine göre, percent on the USD basis and 23 percent on EUR basis compared to the same toplam otomotiv ihracatı Dolar bazında yüzde 34, Euro bazında geçen period of the previous year. yılın aynı dönemine göre yüzde 23 arttı.

Total automotive exports were realized as $10.3 billion in this period, while Bu dönemde toplam otomotiv ihracatı 10,3 Milyar $ olarak gerçekleşirken, automobile exports increased by 18 percent to $3.5 billion. otomobil ihracatı yüzde 18 artarak 3,5 Milyar $ seviyesinde gerçekleşti.

Automobile exports on EUR basis increased by 8 percent to € 2.9 billion. Euro bazında otomobil ihracatı ise yüzde 8 artarak 2,9 Milyar € seviyesinde gerçekleşti.

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NEWS BYD DELIVERIES START NEWS AHEAD OF SCHEDULE IN SPAIN’S LARGEST EVER EBUS ORDER

The new 30 BYD eBuses follow 15 deliveries in 2020

The Municipal Transport Company of Madrid, EMT Madrid has today taken the delivery of the 30 eBuses from BYD, ahead of the programmed hand-over schedule in Spain’s largest- ever single order for electric buses.The upshift in the delivery With this year’s new intake of 30 vehicles are complete, a total of 45 BYD schedule is even more impressive given the many and varied eBuses will be in operation for EMT Madrid – one of Spain’s largest Public restrictions on travel, shipping and other logistical complications Transport Operators with a fleet of approximately 2,000 vehicles running on a brought about by the coronavirus pandemic. network comprising 218 routes.

The BYD fleet is replacing the Madrid-based company’s ageing diesel- The BMW Group is stepping up its activities in the field of sustainability, powered buses, at the same time significantly contributing towards a cleaner becoming the first automotive manufacturer worldwide to equip its cars environment in the city. with tyres using certified sustainable natural rubber and rayon, a wood- based material used to strengthen the tyres. The company will source 22- BYD’s 40-foot eBus remains the company’s best-selling model in Europe inch tyres in the first instance exclusively from Pirelli and, from August of with over 700 units now in operation right across the region, proving their this year, will use them in the BMW X5 xDrive45e Plug-in-Hybrid (fuel operational productivity and reliability both in the hot, arid conditions of the consumption combined: 1.7-1.2 l/100km (WLTP), 2.1-1.6 l/100 km (NEDC); Iberian Peninsula, and also the extreme cold of northern Scandinavia. power consumption combined: 27.7-24.3 kWh/100 km (WLTP), 25.2-23.5 kWh/100 km (NEDC); CO2 emissions combined: 39-27 g/km (WLTP), 47-37 As well as reliability, EMT Madrid has been equally impressed with the BYD g/km (NEDC)). Certification of the rubber plantations and the complex supply 12-metre model’s range capability, competitive maintenance costs and chain for natural rubber and rayon takes place in accordance with the strict manufacturer’s guarantee, thus prompting the repeat order. standards of the independent Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). “The commissioning of these BYD electric buses sees significant progress he 30 vehicles were handed-over yesterday to the EMT Madrid at towards our key objective in Madrid: the elimination of the diesel-powered the company’s Operations Center in Carabanchel, represented by fleet by 2023, with 100% of our vehicles running cleanly and within the Mr Borja Carabante, President of EMT Madrid and Environment and framework of the current Environmental Sustainability Strategy ‘Madrid 360’”, TTransport Councillor of Madrid; alongside Mr Carlos Sierra, Director said Carlos Sierra, Director of Transportation Services of EMT Madrid. of Transportation Services of EMT Madrid; and Mr Alfonso Sánchez, Managing Director of EMT Madrid. “We’re delighted to have been able to bring forward our delivery schedule for EMT Madrid,” said BYD Iberia eBus Sales Director, Joaquín Bellido, “our ultra- The hand-over follows an initial 15 BYD 40-foot eBuses delivered to EMT efficient production techniques and great cooperation within our supply-chain Madrid in May, 2020 – the first time BYD had supplied vehicles into the has allowed us to exceed customer expectations. Spanish capital. It is very encouraging to see major PTOs such as EMT Madrid making a Since entering service, EMT Madrid’s 15-strong BYD eBus fleet has topped determined effort to switch over to an eMobility solution, and I’m very proud over 300,000 km (186,000 miles) reducing CO2 emissions approximately by that BYD is on the journey, too,” he said, “and also that BYD is at the forefront 300,000 kg (approximately 660,000 pounds). of the development of New Energy solutions and helping to deliver sustainable public transport infrastructures right across Europe.”

76 77 NEWS CAMIRA STAYSAFE TO FEATURE ON NEW BUS FLEET IN ŁÓDŹ

Becoming the first city in the world to equip its buses with Camira StaySafe - an advanced textile treatment which reduces the potential for viral transmission from fabric surfaces in commercial spaces and bus & coach interiors - Łódź, a city located in central , will feature the technology across its brand new fleet of 17 electric Volvo buses.

eginning to operate in Łódź in the first quarter of 2022, the project ensures that the city's vehicles will be provided with an additional safeguard measure which can help prevent the person to person Bspread of both viruses and bacteria.

"Camira StaySafe works to destroy bacteria and viruses, making any threat to passengers even smaller." Explaining the reasons behind their decision to feature Camira StaySafe across the fleet of buses, Krzysztof Kamiński, Vice President of MPK - Łódź, comments, "We are constantly looking for solutions which, during a pandemic, will make traveling by public transport even safer.

After discussions with Camira, we decided to use a wool moquette fabric coated with Camira StaySafe - a treatment which works to destroy bacteria and viruses, so that any potential risk to passengers will be even smaller."

"Camira StaySafe is a completely new, breakthrough product in our portfolio." Oskar Górski, Camira's European Area Business Manager, comments on the project, and the benefits Camira StaySafe will bring to public transport in Łódź, "MPK-Łódź is the first public transport company in the world to use this brand new textile treatment.

The post-Covid landscape brings with it many challenges - one of them being to reinvite passengers to use public transport - and Camira StaySafe is a completely new, breakthrough product in facilitating this.

An advanced technology shown to have highly effective anti-viral and anti- bacterial properties, it is safe, durable, and passengers entering buses will not notice any difference - the fabric will look the same as before, except that it will be covered with a special treatment to reduce the potential for transmission."

78 The vehicle had been tried out in regular passenger traffic for several weeks; NEWS SIX ELECTRIC BUSES and in barely a few months six vehicles of that model will be added permanently NEWS to the local fleet,” noted Petros Spinaris, Member of the Management Board of Solaris Bus & Coach sp. z o.o. for Sales, Marketing and Customer Service.

OF SOLARIS TO GO The drive unit of the 12 electric will consist of an electric axle with two integrated motors. TO SWITZERLAND All of the commissioned buses will feature state-of-the-art Solaris High Energy batteries with a total capacity of nearly 400 kWh which makes it possible for the buses to cover long distances without having to stop around Having won a tender in Switzerland, Solaris will supply six the city to recharge. Urbino 12 electric buses in total: three to Verkehrsbetriebe Luzern (VBL Luzern) and three to Zugerland Verkehrsbetriebe The e-buses will be recharged at depots, using stationary charging devices. AG (ZVB Zug). The deliveries are scheduled for October 2021. The thermal comfort of passengers will be ensured by means of a modern air olaris has just signed a framework agreement with a purchasing conditioning unit with a heat pump. group made up of four Swiss cities: Zug (Zugerland Verkehrsbetriebe AG), Lucerne (Verkehrsbetriebe Luzern AG), Schwyz (Auto AG The operator VBL in Lucerne has also chosen a solution that improves the SSchwyz) and Thun (STI Bus AG), pursuant to which the operators safety of the driver who will benefit from working in a half-closed driver cabin. VBL in Lucerne and ZVB in Zug commissioned three zero-emission Urbino 12 electric each. That design will not only raise the work comfort of the driver but also ensure separate ventilation and air-conditioning, thus minimising the possibility of air The six e-buses will be delivered to Switzerland in October 2021. The vehicles from the passenger compartment circulating in the driver’s space, which is will be deployed in Lucerne, a city located on the western shore of Lake extremely important during the pandemic.The bus shall also feature a vehicle Lucerne, and in Zug, which lies on the eastern shore of Lake Zug. monitoring system.

This is one of the most picturesque and most popular tourist areas in Solaris is the first manufacturer whose electric buses were tested in Switzerland.“I am overjoyed that we are participating in the process of Switzerland. introducing zero-emission vehicles to the local city transport grid of the cities of Lucerne and Zug. A Solaris Urbino 8,9 LE electric carried passengers in Lucerne all the way back in October 2012. The zero- or low-emission vehicles of Solaris are already It is worth mentioning that in 2018 these Swiss cities had been given the deployed in La-Chaux-de-Fonds, Lenzburg and Winterthur. opportunity to experience themselves the advantages of our emission-free buses in tests of the Urbino 12 electric. St. Gallen was the first recipient of an electric Solaris Urbino 8,9 LE in Switzerland.

80 81 NEWS STRESS- FREE UP THE FELDBERG MOUNTAIN Bus company Heizmann-Reisen from Germany's Black Forest region is focussing on stress-free time savings on their regular service routes – and in doing so is playing a pioneering role.

t is the first German bus company to have an S 418 LE business bus equipped with a third exit (photo 21C0081_002). IThe additional door is 90 centimetres wide and is located behind the third axle where it helps to increase the flow of passengers. "

Along the route on which the bus operates, most of the bus stops are along the B317 main road and so there are no bus bays to stop in.

In these places it's important that passengers can exit the bus safely and stress-free so that we can pull away again as swiftly as possible," explains Tobias Deiß.

The owner of the company based in Zell im Wiesental (Germany) was willing to forgo two seats in order to accommodate the special equipment: "Many passengers in the rear area used to worry that they wouldn't be able to reach the rear exit on-time when the bus was full. This problem has now been resolved simply and effectively."

82 The van allows a payload of up to 780 kg in the petrol version and 650 kg in NEWS the diesel version. It is equipped with six swivelling lashing rings on the floor NEWS NEW EXPRESS and four on the sides.

A technological offer that offers the essentials The New Express Van offers three levels of multimedia equipment: Radio VAN: THE Connect R&Go, as well as the Renault EASY LINK multimedia system (with 8-inch touch screen and smartphone replication) in two versions, with or RENAULT VAN without navigation. It offers an induction charger for smartphone, up to three USB sockets and four 12V sockets, one of which is in the cargo area.

FAMILY EXPANDS Indispensable driving aids for enhanced safety The New Express Van significantly increases the driver's visual control over his - From today, Renault is opening orders for the New Express environment with, among other things, the Rear View Assist which, in a sheet Van in France and Europe. metal vehicle, transcribes rearward visibility on a screen located in place of - Practical and efficient, the New Express Van meets the the rear-view mirror. essential needs of professionals looking for the best price/ performance ratio. The Blind Spot Warning alert of a potential danger to reduce the risk of - It makes daily life easier: up to 3.7 m3 load volume, record side collision due to the dead angle on both sides of the vehicle, while the Wide opening of 716 mm, useful length of up to 2.36 m, up to 48 litres View Mirror helps the driver to see the right blind spot of a sheet metal vehicle. storage space. - The Renault EASY LINK multimedia system with 8-inch screen The Reversing Camera simplifies parking manoeuvres with image feedback integrated into the multimedia system or the interior rear-view mirror. and new driving aids are available. - Renault will unveil all the details of its new van family at the A range of four petrol and diesel engines end of March as part of its new LCV strategy. In Europe, the New Express Van is marketed with the 1.3 TCe 100 FAP petrol and 1.5 Blue dCi 75 and 95 diesel engines, with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Robust and dynamic exterior design The Ecoleader diesel 1.5 Blue dCi 75 engine helps to reduce fuel consumption by limiting speed to 100 km/h. he New Express Van displays Renault brand codes such as the C-Shape LED light signature (C-Shape). Internationally, the New Express Van is available with the 1.6 SCe 110 petrol engine (with a 5-speed manual gearbox) and 1.5 Blue dCi 95 TThe New Express Van expresses both robustness and dynamism, (with a 6-speed manual gearbox). thanks to a vertical bumper and high grille, a ribbed bonnet and fluid lines. Its design features attractive finishes and chrome inserts. The New Renault Express Van will be marketed from April in Europe and internationally. The New Express Van is available in five body colours.

A functional, modern and practical interior The interior incorporates a modern horizontal dashboard with clean lines that emphasise the volume of the cabin.

The New Express Van pays particular attention to storage space with a record up to 48 litres.

Making loading, unloading and reloading easier, which are part of the daily routine of professionals

The New Express Van has dimensions at the best level in its class: 1.91 m floor loading length (with solid partition), 716 mm width for the sliding side door. Its cargo volume from 3.3 to 3.7m3 is among the largest in the segment. 84 85 NEWS PREMIUM DOUBLE- DECKER VOLVO 9700 DD WINS INTERNATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY AWARD A jury of experts has distinguished the Volvo 9700 DD, a new premium model in the long-distance bus segment, with the International Sustainability Award organised by the trade journal Busplaner. The jury based its decision on the innovative aerodynamics concept for reducing fuel consumption and the option of running the vehicle on synthetic fuels or biofuels.

The Volvo 9700 DD has only recently been launched on the European market, and we are very pleased that the experts have focused on both its sustainability and productivity benefits since this is good for our customers “and society as a whole,” says Niklas Orre, VP Coach Sales at Volvo Buses. Volvo Buses has since long focused on sustainable concepts when it comes to mobility for city buses, intercity buses, and coaches.

Andreas Scheuer, Federal Minister of Transport, also stressed the high relevancy of the topic in his welcoming address: “Buses are key to sustainable mobility. In many ways, today’s vehicles already meet the mobility requirements of tomorrow.”

Volvo Buses received the award in the long-distance bus category for the Volvo 9700 DD, which was presented in February 2021. The jury of experts commended the premium double-decker for its innovative aerodynamics concept, which allows for a significant decrease in fuel consumption.

In addition, the 11-liter Volvo engine in the Volvo 9700 DD can not only run on fossil fuel but also synthetic (HVO) and biological (RME) fuel, resulting in a CO2 emissions reduction between 40% to 80%.

“We are extremely proud that our new premium model was awarded by the jury,” said Gerd Schneider, Managing Director of Volvo Busse Deutschland. “Sustainability is a cornerstone of our corporate philosophy and we take a holistic approach.

From reducing our own impact internally, to helping our customers and partners limit their impact through reduced fuel consumption, more efficient operations and making the transition to renewable fuels or electrified solutions.” 86 88 89 90 92 94 96