Eicher Trucks & Buses Showcases Electric Intercity Bus and Maxicab for Tourism at PRAWAAS 5.0
Eicher Trucks & Buses unveiled the Skyline Pro E Intercity Electric Bus and Starline 2050 E Maxicab at PRAWAAS 5.0, targeting sustainable and comfortable intercity travel.
- 44+CD+D
- Over 5 cubic meters
- 11+1+D
- 12 meters
What Happened
Eicher Trucks & Buses, a unit of VE Commercial Vehicles, showcased the Eicher Skyline Pro E 12m Intercity Electric Bus and the Starline 2050 E Maxicab at the PRAWAAS 5.0 event in Gandhinagar. The company aims to address the evolving needs of Indian bus passengers with modern, safe, and sustainable solutions for intercity travel and regional tourism. The showcase aligns with the Government of India's Viksit Bharat 2047 vision promoting safe and environmentally friendly domestic tourism.
“India's bus industry is entering a new phase of transformation, with operators seeking mobility solutions that combine operational efficiency, profitability, sustainability, and enhanced passenger experiences. At Eicher Buses, we are committed to shaping the future of passenger mobility through purpose-built solutions that address diverse transportation needs.”
The Skyline Pro E Intercity Electric Bus is designed for intercity operations, offering zero-emission mobility with seating for 44 passengers plus a co-driver and driver (44+CD+D configuration). It features ergonomic premium seats with push-back seats in the last row, individual USB charging ports, ambient lighting, footrests, foldable food trays, magazine holders, and two 24-inch LED televisions. The bus provides over 5 cubic meters of luggage capacity, a 360-degree camera system, water-level submerged warning, front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, dual-port fast charging with water-ingress protection, and an air-suspended driver seat.
- 44+CD+D passenger capacity
- Over 5 cu m luggage capacity
- 360-degree camera system
- Dual-port fast charging with water-ingress protection
- Connected vehicle technology via My Eicher platform
The Starline 2050 E Maxicab is powered by a 4-cylinder engine with a 3300 mm wheelbase, offering push-back seats in 11+1+D configuration, refined NVH levels, and comfort features. Safety includes 3-point seat belts, collapsible steering column, disc brakes, and an anti-roll bar on the rear axle. The vehicle is 100% connected via the MyEicher platform and is designed for tourism operations on highways and hilly routes.
“The Skyline Pro E Intercity demonstrates that electric mobility is now ready for intercity operations, while the Starline 2050 E Maxicab addresses the growing demand for premium tourism and group travel. Together, these products reflect our commitment to combining advanced technology, operational efficiency, and passenger comfort.”
Previously from VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV)
Eicher Trucks & Buses has been expanding its bus portfolio, including a recent MoU with Cityflo to deploy 2,000 premium buses for urban commuting. The new intercity electric bus and maxicab continue this push into diverse passenger mobility segments.
Background drawn from MotorClaw's earlier coverage of VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV)'s official releases.
Why this matters
The new vehicles offer bus operators industry-benchmark uptime, lower operating costs, and passenger comfort while supporting India's transition to clean mobility. This matters for travelers seeking safer, more comfortable intercity journeys and for operators looking to improve profitability and sustainability.
Terms in This Story
- Uptime ecosystem
- Eicher's service network and predictive diagnostics ensuring maximum vehicle availability.
- My Eicher
- A telematics platform for real-time vehicle monitoring and fleet management.
- Viksit Bharat 2047
- India's vision to become a developed nation by 2047, promoting sustainable and inclusive growth.
Summarised from the linked release; details can be imperfect — always verify against the original source.