Tata Motors Secures Order for 148 More Electric Buses for Bengaluru

Key Highlights:

• Tata Motors secured an additional order for 148 electric buses from BMTC.
• The order includes the Tata Starbus EV 12-metre low-floor buses for 12 years.
• Bengaluru already operates 921 Tata electric buses with 95% uptime.
• The Tata Starbus EV is praised for zero emissions and advanced battery systems.
• BMTC officials commended Tata for exceptional performance and reliability.

Tata Motors has secured a new order for 148 electric buses from the Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC). The agreement, managed by Tata's subsidiary TML Smart City Mobility Solutions Ltd., includes the supply, operation, and maintenance of 12-metre low-floor Tata Starbus EVs over a 12-year period.

Previous Success with 921 Electric Buses

This order builds on BMTC's earlier procurement of 921 electric buses, most of which are already in operation. These Tata Electric buses have demonstrated an uptime of over 95%, reflecting their reliability and performance.

Features of Tata Starbus EV

The Tata Starbus EV is designed with advanced architecture and cutting-edge battery systems. It ensures zero-emission, comfortable commuting, and efficient intra-city mobility for passengers.

Statements from BMTC and Tata Motors

Ramachandran R, Managing Director of BMTC, commended Tata Motors' existing fleet, stating, “The performance of Tata’s existing electric buses has been exceptional. These new buses will boost our ability to deliver environmentally friendly and dependable services to the people of Bengaluru.”

Asim Kumar Mukhopadhyay, CEO and Managing Director of TML Smart City Mobility Solutions, added, “This is a testament to the success of our Starbus EVs and our commitment to innovation and sustainability.”

About Tata Motors

For more than 50 years, Tata Motors Ltd. has been a pioneer in transforming road travel in India. The company laid a strong foundation for India’s commercial vehicle industry, starting with the production of trucks for goods transportation. 

Over the years, Tata Motors expanded its portfolio by manufacturing chassis for buses, which now serve as the backbone of the country’s public transport system. This remarkable journey has made Tata Motors a trusted name on Indian roads.

Today, Tata Motors is recognized as the 4th largest bus manufacturer in the world, reflecting its global standing in the automotive industry. The company ensures unmatched service support with over 1,600 service points spread across the nation, making it easier for customers to maintain their vehicles.

Tata Motors’ dedication to quality is further strengthened by its team of 150+ service engineers and 38 area service offices, providing reliable assistance and expert solutions. These milestones highlight Tata Motors’ commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, solidifying its leadership in the Indian automobile sector.

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CMV360 Says

The additional order of 148 electric buses highlights BMTC’s confidence in Tata Motors’ proven performance. Expanding the fleet is a step forward for Bengaluru’s public transport system, but maintaining consistent uptime and ensuring seamless operations will be key challenges as the city’s transport needs continue to grow.