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Further to a successful entry into the inter city bus segment, Mercedes-Benz announced its foray into the city bus segment in India. The company also announced the inauguration of its City Bus manufacturing facility at Chakan, Pune. The company also announced the appointment of Markus Villinger as the Head of Buses for India.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Villinger said the production line at the Pune plant combined with body-building from Daimler's captive partner MCV, would ensure uncompromising standards of quality. The bus has a striking appearance imbibing fresh and contemporary design cue that sets new standards in the city bus segment in India. The equally appealing spacious interiors combined with low entry design facilitate ease of entry and exit for passengers. The unique low entry design coupled with wheel chair ramp ensures that passengers with restricted mobility can get onboard without difficulty.

The vehicle is powered by a robust OM 926 Diesel engine with 252 hp of power and features highly economical drive system using BlueTec diesel technology and offers a wide choice of optional equipments making it an ideal vehicle addressing the growing public transport requirements.