Scania receives order for hybrid buses from TITSA

Södertälje, Sweden- Scania AB., has received a large new order for hybrid buses from Canary Islands-based public transportation company Transportes Interurbanos de Tenerife S.A.U. (TITSA). 

With over 60% of its 600-strong fleet sourced from Scania, TITSA, the sole public bus operator on the island of Tenerife, was already a significant Scania customer. However, this most recent agreement is for 231 new buses, including 173 hybrid models. As a result, the bus company will own 291 Scania combination combustion-electric vehicles, making it the largest fleet of hybrid vehicles among all public transportation providers in Spain and Portugal.

Mr. Pedro Gómez, Technical Director at TITSA, said that, The business that could most easily adjust to our needs is Scania. We place a high importance on a variety of variables, including the quality of the vehicles, the assurance that comes with maintenance agreements, accessibility, individualized attention, and most importantly, fuel savings that align perfectly with our dedication to environmental sustainability.

Mr. Alberto Linares, Scania Ibérica Bus, Engine, and Sustainability Commercial Director, is full of praise for TITSA’s commitment to sustainable transport, at Scania, sustainability, lowering our carbon footprint, and protecting the environment in general are core principles. It is very encouraging that businesses are starting to consider these factors more and that groups like TITSA are choosing sustainable transportation. In this way, we take pleasure in developing strong bonds with our clients, getting to know their needs firsthand, and providing tailored solutions to support their business continuity while simultaneously protecting the environment and fostering better futures.The new buses are backed by a four-year guarantee, while the hybrid vehicle batteries are guaranteed for seven years. The vehicles will be delivered over the next two years 135 units in 2024 and the remaining 96 in 2025. Carrocera Castrosua, S.A will be responsible for the bodywork of all these chassis.

Scania, a safe and sustainable transportation system is dependent on public transportation. For a variety of applications, it offers battery-electric, hybrid-electric, and renewable fuel-based solutions, all of which may be customized to meet the overall operating economy and sustainability requirements of its clients.

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