BYD Alexander Dennis Enviro200EV XLB New Zealand '08.2021

On August 18th, BYD and Alexander Dennis Limited (ADL) jointly announced the delivery of the first three-axle BYD ADL Enviro200EV XLB. Built locally by ADL's partner Kiwi Bus Builders on a BYD chassis, the delivery fully supports New Zealand's transition to a decarbonised bus fleet by 2035. Joining the Auckland Transport fleet, the zero-emission bus will be evaluated in New Zealand's largest city on trials sponsored by Mercury Energy.

This 41-foot-long (12.5m) electric bus has three axles and provides a total passenger capacity of 78 ensuring operational flexibility. Additionally, 36 passengers can be seated, and two wheelchair spaces are provided which are accessed via a manual ramp at the front door.