Volvo Buses
UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND
Volvo Buses
UNITED KINGDOM & IRELAND
The Volvo BZL Electric comes as single or double-decker. The single-deck version is built on a modular platform. With seven different lengths, from 9.0 to 13.0 metres, virtually any need for a single deck electric bus can be met by specifying your version of Volvo BZL Electric. The component packaging is developed for maximum serviceability. Add to that the location of the energy storage units, providing excellent load distribution. The Volvo BZL Electric design is simply focused on top quality in efficient manufacturing of a premium electric city bus.
Volvo’s electric buses feature a powerful electric Volvo powertrain and optimised transmissions, delivering power and drivability for safe operation in the most demanding conditions. The electric motor automatically provides energy regeneration and vehicle speed reduction during braking and coasting. The Volvo BZL Electric also features an extremely robust powertrain. A two-speed gearbox, propeller shaft and a conventional rear axle is not only easy to maintain, it also gives better ride comfort.
Passenger capacity, driving range between charges and not least climate are important parameters in deciding how to configure the on-board energy storage system. At Volvo, we’ve taken this an important step further. Together with the operator we determine the energy demand for the route, and then we guarantee that this capacity will be available – from day one and throughout the entire contract period. We offer this as the useable energy commitment, and your benefit is that there’s no need to worry about batteries anymore.
The Volvo BZL Electric is designed to make driving impressively easy, quiet and comfortable. The extensive adjustment possibilities and the ergonomic dashboard layout reduce stress and improve working comfort. Add to that the consistent and predictable behaviour of Volvo’s chassis design. It’s a workplace made to attract, recruit and retain skilled drivers and bring the driver turnover to zero.
At Volvo we always put safety first. The Volvo BZL Electric has structural safety built in from the very start. Suspension, driveline and brakes help the driver to stay in control and avoid incidents. And with Volvo’s Zone Management you can add Safety Zones to further reduce risks in certain areas.
Volvo offers an array of optional intelligent features that help the driver to drive safely and avoid accidents, injuries and damage. Excellent visibility and ergonomics help the driver stay focused and alert.
| Collision Warning with City Brake |
| Forward Collision Warning |
| Intelligent Speed Assist |
| Side Collision Avoidance Support |
| Front Short Range Assist |
| Lane Change Support |
| Lane Keeping Support |
| Driver Alert Support |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
Safety is a cornerstone already in the initial phases of our product development. Drivability, road handling and a predictable behavior are the foundation of Volvo holistic safety architecture, aiming at our vision of zero accidents.
| Safety Zones* |
| I-Coaching* |
| Electronic Stability Control |
| *Optional and requires subscription to Volvo Connect |
We always strive to do more, to ensure that our customers can fulfil their commitment and run reliable, safe and sustainable operations. Aiming for zero unplanned downtime, we don’t just deliver clean electric buses to our customers. We deliver complete, transparent and connected solutions. Our goal is to offer, deliver and maintain the world’s most responsible electric bus systems.
Volvo was the first to deliver hybrids and electric buses of European standards for commercial operation. Our solutions have been proven in daily traffic for millions and millions of kilometres, top ranked in uptime. Tried, tested and trusted – that’s advanced technology the Volvo way.
The transition to electrified public transport is so much more than just replacing the buses. Our market and service teams have decades of experience, and with Volvo as a partner you have access to a global knowledge base – and a world-wide logistics and parts network.
Volvo is not a newcomer. For almost a century we’ve developed, manufactured and serviced vehicles of the highest standards. Today, the Volvo Group is a world leader in heavy-duty commercial vehicles, active all over the world.
Find a Volvo sales representative dedicated to help you fulfill your daily duties as efficiently and profitably as possible.
Volvo has one of the most comprehensive service networks in the industry, with more then 1,500 dealers and service centres worldwide.
