SWITCH Mobility Secures 840 Electric Bus Order Under PM E-Drive

SWITCH Mobility has secured an order for 840 electric buses from Antony Road Transport Solutions under the Government of India’s PM E-Drive scheme Phase I tender. The buses will be deployed with the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) and Transport Department, Delhi.

The order comprises 420 9-metre and 420 12-metre AC electric buses. Antony Road Transport Solutions has been selected as the operator for Delhi under the CESL PM E-Drive scheme Phase I tender. The agreement for the deployment has been signed between SWITCH Mobility and Antony Road Transport Solutions.

SWITCH Mobility CEO Ganesh Mani said the order will involve the deployment of both 9-metre and 12-metre buses across Delhi through DTC and the Transport Department. He added that the mix of bus sizes is intended to address different passenger transport requirements.

Antony Road Transport Solutions director Jimmy John said the company's existing relationship with Ashok Leyland and its association with the Hinduja Group contributed to the decision to place the order.

SWITCH Mobility Electric Buses For Delhi

The 9-metre and 12-metre buses are based on SWITCH Mobility's EiV platform, which incorporates modular battery configurations, electric powertrains and regenerative braking. The buses also feature dual-gun fast charging aimed at reducing charging turnaround time and improving fleet utilisation.

Passenger-oriented equipment listed by the company includes low-floor access, USB charging and seating, while safety features include fire detection and suppression systems and multi-level battery protection. The buses are equipped with SWITCH iON for real-time vehicle monitoring, diagnostics and fleet management.

The order brings together SWITCH Mobility as the electric bus manufacturer, Antony Road Transport Solutions as the fleet operator and Delhi's public transport authorities for deployment of electric buses in the capital.