Pinnacle launched its first electric bus

The E9 features new vehicle design with monocoque stainless steel chassis and complete composite structure. EKA E9 is powered by a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM)

Pune- Pinnacle Mobility Solutions Pvt. Ltd of Pune, a subsidiary of Pinnacle Industries had ventured into electric vehicle manufacturing, unveiled its first 9-meter pure electric, model name: EKA E9.

The E9 features new vehicle design with monocoque stainless steel chassis and complete composite structure. EKA E9 is powered by a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) with maximum power of 200 KW and maximum torque of 2500 Nm. EKA E9 comes with re-generative braking system. Wide body (2.5m) with 2×2 comfortable seating arrangement, front and rear air suspension with ECAS, full standing height, wide aisle and ample leg space for passenger’s comfort. EKA E9 comes with company fitted AC, demister and bacterial filtration system. It comes with both front and rear air suspension with ECAS.

With 2500 mm width, 31+D +Wheelchair (equipped with wheelchair ramp), the bus offers space for passenger (seating + standing) movement. The low entry / exit steps are ergonomically designed with kneeling features with lowest 650 mm floor height, making them extremely comfortable and accessible for the elderly, children, women, and especially abled passengers. E9 added with ventilated disc brakes on all 4 wheels and safest braking model with EBS. The bus also comes with driver assistance system (ADAS), cameras, emergency stop button, that gives additional safety to passengers.

Mr. Sudhir Mehta, chairman, EKA & Pinnacle Industries Limited, said: “Electrification of commercial vehicles, public transport, especially the bus sector, is key to India’s decarbonization strategy. Today, we are excited to launch our first electric bus EKA E9, to empower cities to achieve their zero-emissions targets. Our buses are designed and optimized to provide the best ride experience, cleaner environment, and best returns to the customers. With the new EKA E9, we offer a global platform for clean, efficient, and profitable public transport to meet the rising demand on important markets that are ready for the shift to electromobility.”

¹Pinnacle Mobility Solutions Private Limited incorporated on 02 July 2019. Pinnacle Mobility solutions has entered into 74:26 partnership with one of Europe’ s largest family-owned enterprises - VDL Group on Feb 2022.