Vy flygbussarna will be the first operator to put Volvo Buses’ new electric coach, the Volvo BZR Electric – CD, into commercial service. Vy flygbussarna will be the first customer to operate the model in regular service and start operations on the Gothenburg–Landvetter Airport route. The Volvo BZR Electric – CD will be presented to the public for the first time at the Busstorget fair in Halmstad, Sweden on 16–17 April.
“We want to be at the forefront of the transition to sustainable travel. By bringing this new electric coach into real service, we are showing that the future of long-distance travel is already here delivering cleaner, quieter, more comfortable and more energy-efficient journeys for our guests,” says Zakaria Abna-Aissa, Commercial Director, Bus at Vy in Sweden. The Volvo BZR Electric – CD is equipped with seven batteries, providing a total capacity of 630 kWh. Additionly, it features an ergonomic instrument cluster and highly adjustable seating, combined with the predictable handling of
Volvo’s chassis, creating a driver-focused workplace. The coach can accommodate up to 67 passengers and offers onboard Wi-Fi and USB charging. “We are delighted that Vy flygbussarna will be the first to operate the Volvo BZR Electric – CD. Our long-standing partnership is built on trust and shared ambitions, and Vy flygbussarna’s decision to continue its electrification journey with us is a clear vote of confidence, and a testament to our commitment as a long-term partner,” says Martin Spjern, Country Manager Sweden at Volvo Buses.
The Volvo electric bus features a smart Battery Management System that controls charging and discharging processes while continuously monitoring battery health and performance. It also ensures optimised battery function in any climate. The electric powertrain has 2x200 kW max output with 33,500 Nm max wheel torque. Gear changing is automatic and software-controlled. During gear shifting, the transmission program uses the electric motor to synchronize input and output shafts to speed up and optimize the comfort of the gear shift. The Volvo BZR Electric – CD is equipped with a Hill Start function for up to a 20% uphill gradient.