(BRIEF) At the Bus2Bus 2024 event in Berlin, Daimler Buses presented its latest developments in e-mobility, with the Mercedes-Benz eCitaro petrol mobile and the Setra MultiClass LE intercity bus. The eCitaro petrol mobile offers an extraordinary range of 400 kilometres at a single price and is supplied with protective assistance systems that comply with European regulations. The Setra MultiClass LE, on the other hand, sets itself apart from intercity buses thanks to its unique design, which combines low-floor features with travel comfort. In addition, Daimler Buses Solutions offers turnkey e-mobility ecosystems and Omniplus presents virtual installations for the power and protection of the fleet. The comprehensive exhibition underlines Daimler Buses’ commitment to sustainable transport solutions.
(PRESS RELEASE) LEINFELDEN-ECHTERDINGEN/BERLIN, March 14, 2024 — /EuropaWire/ — At Bus2Bus 2024 in Berlin on April 24 and 25, bus manufacturer Daimler Buses will provide comprehensive and sustainable answers for e-mobility as well as its two new bus models for urban and intercity transport. The trade fair, workshop and networking occasion for the bus industry is organised every two years via Messe Berlin with the Federal Association of German Bus Companies at the Berlin Exhibition Centre.
In the hub27 corridor, Daimler Buses will showcase the Mercedes-Benz eCitaro Fuel Cell, a new all-electric low-floor bus with a hydrogen fuel mobile as a diversity extender. In the adjacent area, Bus2Bus visitors can delight in the new Setra MultiClass LE Intercity Bus in the S 515 LE version.
eCitaro fuel cell: 400 kilometres on a single charge
The centrepiece of the Daimler Buses stand at Bus2Bus 2024 in Berlin is the Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G fuel-powered mobile vehicle, the first low-floor battery-powered bus with a fuel mobile to extend its range.
The low-floor, two-door electric bus featured with Mobile Fuel Diversity Extender includes 3 battery packs with state-of-the-art lithium-ion (NMC3) batteries and a battery capacity of 295 kWh. NMC3 batteries have a maximum strength capacity and are very durable. Charging is done through a charging socket located on the right above the front wheel. Alternatively, a charging socket can be installed on the left-hand side above the front wheel, as well as at the front or rear. The maximum charging force is 150 kW. The vehicle-tailored SmartCharge tariff formula ensures optimised battery life.
The hydrogen source for the 60 kW mobile fuel is supplied via five H2 cylinders with a capacity of five kilograms each, installed on the roof at the front of the vehicle. The hydrogen tanks are refueled on the right-hand side, above the rear. axis, in the direction of travel. Thanks to the combination of high-performance batteries and mobile fuel technology, the eCitaro Fuel Mobile achieves a range of approximately 400 kilometres with the need for recharging.
Propulsion is also provided via a low-floor gantry axle with electric motors near the wheels. The electric motors deliver 141 kW per wheel and generate 494 Nm of torque. This translates into an exceptional torque of 11,000 Nm per wheel. to a constant gear ratio. This ensures maximum levels of traction and smooth, perfect performance, even on difficult slopes.
Safety: State-of-the-art systems according to EU regulations: GSR
The protective device of the eCitaro low-floor electric fuel bus 2024 already meets all the requirements of the European General Safety Regulation (GSR), which will come into force in July 2024. As a result, the vehicle is supplied with a wide variety of assistance formulas. This includes Active Brake Assist and Preventive Brake Assist 2, specially developed for normal service buses. Sideguard Assist 2 now monitors the area to the right and left of the bus and warns the driver of potential collisions. In combination with the new Front Guard Assist for the no-delay area in front of the vehicle, it primarily protects vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists. The popular reversing camera and optional 360° camera formula complete the comprehensive formula of caution around the bus.
Other assistance systems on the regular low-floor bus include Traffic Sign Assist, Attention Assist, and TPM Tire Pressure Monitoring System. The electronic speed limit of 33 km/h, which can be activated with a transfer on the wall console, also ensures greater safety. Also on board: a rain/light sensor as well as LED generation for low beam and high beam as well as cornering luminaires, fog luminaires and operating luminaires with hours of sunlight.
Benchmark for intercity buses: Setra MultiClass LE
Another highlight of the Daimler Buses exhibition at Bus2Bus 2024 is the 12. 21-metre-long Setra 515 LE intercity bus, which is on display in the open air. As a Low Entry (LE), the new Setra MultiClass LE combines the most productive of both worlds: Capacity and comfort on low ground. Designed with a low floor that extends just before the rear axle, it impresses with its quick and comfortable access and exit in the front section. In front of the rear axle, 3 low steps lead to the rear section. . With its generation of travel trainers in propulsion and suspension, it stands out for its comfort, even on long trips.
Unique design: the iconic look of the MultiClass LE
Setra is synonymous with desirable and sustainable design, even in a pragmatic low-entry bus. On the outside, the new MultiClass LE is already intentionally divided into two parts of the vehicle. The two segments are linked through a wide vertical profile. The division of the passenger sector into “platforms and boxes” visually reduces congestion on the new intercity buses. At the front, the MultiClass LE adopts the new face of the Setra family, embodied in the logo with its existing coach diversity. On the sides, above the front wheels, the distinctive logo indicates the origin of the new MultiClass LE: a real Setra. This is also evidenced by the logo on the rear, which is equally distinctive.
Practical and safe: cab and cockpit
The show vehicle is delivered with two double-wide pneumatic doors that open inwards, each with a mechanically folding ramp, a first in this segment. Depending on the position and type of door, companies can also open between outward doors, sliding doors or single-width doors.
The interior of the Setra S 515 LE is welcoming: glass partitions, wooden floors, needle-punched felt side walls and amarena red upholstery on the seats of the Setra Passage line. The heating, ventilation and air conditioning of the Setra MultiClass LE are designed to meet individual needs. The cabin temperature of the vehicle with display is provided via the new EvoCool Basic mild air conditioning formula with two roof-mounted air conditioning modules.
Not only passengers, but also drivers feel at home in the S 515 LE. Of the three driver’s seat variants available in the Setra MultiClass LE, the bus presented at the demonstration is equipped with the City Cockpit, which meets the needs of the Association of German Transport Companies (VDV). The Setra MultiClass LE supports and relieves the driving force in a variety of ways. From the popular rain sensor to the popular electronic parking brake. The 360° camera formula provides the best all-round visibility when maneuvering and in tight spaces.
Constantly optimised for profitability
The vehicle on display was geared towards maximum economy. For this purpose, Daimler Buses offers the tried-and-tested OM 936 low-emission in-line six-cylinder engine with a displacement of 7. 7 litres and an output of 220 kW (299 hp). , as well as the hybrid formula with recovery module. In this configuration, an electric motor works between the engine and the transmission, acting as a generator in free running or braking, generating electrical energy without consuming fuel. The energy generated is then stored in two garage modules. on the roof. In difficult situations, such as when accelerating, the 14 kW electric motor supports the combustion engine with this power. The new seven-speed Voith Diwa NXT automatic transmission and hypoid drive axle also contribute to the economic power of the Setra S 515 LE.
Daimler Buses Solutions: Turnkey e-mobility ecosystems from a single source
One of the key topics of Bus2Bus in Berlin this year will also be the transition to electromobility in public transport. However, the replacement of combustion engines with electromobility is not as undeniable as it seems. If maritime operators want to use electric buses successfully, they want to take a holistic view of their e-mobility system. That is why Daimler Buses Solutions GmbH has specialized in the design and structure of e-mobility infrastructure.
On request, Daimler Buses, in combination with the experts at Daimler Buses Solutions GmbH, supplies the entire e-mobility ecosystem as a turnkey solution, all from a single source. The levels of diversity, from separately configured electric buses to software-based feasibility studies and the entire e-mobility infrastructure for the depot, adding the mandatory structural measures, electrical installations, appraisers, battery storage, fare control systems and other virtual installations. The portfolio facilities also come with facilities similar to the infrastructure needed for the operation of the buses. It is fueled by hydrogen fuel cells or diversity extenders. With European consumers and in combination with its partners, the company supplies the entire infrastructure for electromobility from a single source. And some other specialty: at the request of consumers, tanks can also be built electrified or changed to be compatible with other brands.
Omniplus: virtual for more power and fleet safety
Omniplus, the service logo of Daimler Buses, is presenting new and proven service responses at Bus2B in Berlin. This includes virtual services, which have become indispensable equipment for many bus operators for the availability and profitability of their fleets.
Omniplus constantly offers these virtual services. For example, Omniplus On Uptime Pro, the new offer for companies with their own workshop, allows remote diagnosis through an online knowledge interface, thus expanding fleet availability. In this process, the workshop receives an entire remote diagnosis through the Omniplus On internet portal, without the need to physically connect the bus to the diagnostic device as was the case in the past. Additionally, the dispatcher or fleet manager receives real-time data on all messages displayed on the driver’s screen, particularly reducing misunderstandings between drivers and fleet management. The seamless demo in Omniplus On Portal prioritizes fleet-wide research data across gravity and also provides quick action recommendations. This helps avoid costly and time-consuming vehicle replacements for non-critical failures. The formula can also prevent you from major damage and at the same time reduce its magnitude. In addition, remote fault identification reduces maintenance times, since the diagnosis no longer needs to be carried out manually when a fault is reported, eliminating the need to physically attend the vehicle.
The new Omniplus On Performance Analysis service optimises economy and driving for drivers. The formula evaluates typical movements such as acceleration, braking, sleek driving and free-running of each driver, illustrating the prospects for improvement.
Also new is the Remote Charge Control system for electric buses. It reduces the load on the charging infrastructure and conserves the batteries by optimally controlling the charging procedure according to the operational needs of the bus. The virtual service for electric buses Fleets operates independently of the charging infrastructure, making it quick and simple to check the exact operational availability of the electric bus fleet. This also includes deciding on the type of preconditioning, such as heating, cooling, or ventilation. The vehicle is pre-conditioned in the tank. so you can start your day perfectly prepared. This means that all batteries are qualified on time when they start working and that the interior is already preheated or pre-cooled to the desired temperature. Batteries can be sorted more smoothly with remote charging control, which delivers more power right out of the box, allowing for longer journeys.
For bus operators with combined fleets who do not use the Omniplus On portal, Omniplus also offers separately bookable Omniplus On Data packages, which enable the integration of vehicle knowledge from Mercedes-Benz and Setra buses into existing third-party fleet systems and control. Suppliers.
As one of Europe’s leading car manufacturers, Daimler Buses offers its consumers a knowledge interface for remote bus tracking qualified according to the foreign universal ITxPT: the TiGR (Telediagnostic for intelligent Garage in Real time) virtual knowledge interface. Thanks to the harmonized interface with a universal transmission protocol, shipping operators can now simplify vehicle research and download a homogeneous knowledge base for the entire fleet.
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