GEORGE TOWN, Oct 5 — Rapid Penang will conduct test runs of two electric buses on Oct 6 and 7, marking an initial step towards the introduction of electric buses into Penang’s public transport system.
In a statement today, Rapid Penang said the initiative was part of Rapid Bus Sdn Bhd’s ongoing efforts to replace existing buses with safer, more sustainable and environmentally friendly vehicles, while enhancing operational efficiency.
“The test run involves two electric buses from different manufacturers, namely a 12-metre Foton bus and an 8.25-metre Golden Dragon bus.
“Both buses will undergo separate test runs on selected routes to assess their suitability and operational capabilities under real-world conditions, including energy consumption, charging performance, passenger safety and comfort,” the statement said.
