Yutong Deploys 34 E9 Electric Buses on New Karachi Route
34
3,500+
70%
What Happened
Yutong Bus Co., Ltd. has delivered 34 battery electric E9 buses to Pakistan, where they have entered service on a new EV bus route linking Gulshan-e-Maymar to Tower in Karachi. The route was launched by the Sindh Mass Transit Authority and the provincial Transport Department, offering convenient, safe, and affordable travel for communities in Gulshan-e-Maymar, Surjani Town, and surrounding areas. Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, Karachi Mayor Murtaza Wahab, and other officials attended the inauguration, underscoring the government's commitment to upgrading urban mobility.
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Begins bulk sales
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34 E9 battery electric buses roll out on new Karachi route
3,500+
Capturing over 70% of the premium bus market
The E9 model is tailored for Karachi's hot and humid environment, featuring IP6K9K-rated key EV component systems for dust and water resistance, liquid-cooled battery packs, efficient A/C, and air curtains at passenger doors. Yutong has also established 18 service outlets across Pakistan, a dedicated team, and the country's first bus training center, offering free technical training for operators.
Why this matters
The deployment supports Pakistan's green mobility goals and marks a milestone in China-Pakistan transportation cooperation under the Belt and Road Initiative.
Terms in This Story
- Battery electric bus
- A bus powered entirely by electricity stored in onboard batteries, producing zero tailpipe emissions.
- Belt and Road Initiative
- A global infrastructure development strategy adopted by the Chinese government to enhance regional connectivity and cooperation.
- BRT
- Bus Rapid Transit, a high-quality bus-based transit system that provides fast, efficient service via dedicated lanes.
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