August 18, 2021. Spanish operator Auvasa, which provides transport services for Valladolid, has decided to purchase vehicles made by Solaris Bus & Coach Sp. z o.o. The framework agreement covers the supply up to 57 compressed natural gas (CNG) fueled Solaris Urbino buses.
These will include up to 35 12-metre and up to 22 articulated buses. Public operator Auvasa has opted for vehicles made by the manufacturer under a framework agreement stipulating deliveries in the years 2021-2024. They will be the first Solaris buses ever in the city. The contract’s total value exceeds €20 million.
At the heart of the vehicles ordered by the Spanish carrier will be an engine adapted to use CNG. The driveline will be supplemented by an automatic transmission to ensure optimal travel comfort for drivers and passengers. Five CNG storage tanks will be mounted on the roof above the front part of the vehicle.
The Solaris brand has been solidifying its position in the Spanish market and vehicles made by the manufacturer are making their way to more and more cities. Spanish clients are primarily interested in the comprehensive range of vehicles with alternative drives. This year alone, EMT, the transport company of the Spanish capital Madrid, decided to purchase 250 CNG-fueled buses, while Urbino 18 electric buses recently delivered to Barcelona (TMB) will be joined by 30 articulated hybrid vehicles.
