SETC Brings Ultra-Luxury Travel to Passengers

By Amit Jangra | Published Date : January 02, 2026

SETC launched 20 new Volvo 9600 buses with comfy seats, safety features and affordable fares, providing a smooth and premium travel experience for passengers.

SETC has introduced 20 new Volvo 9600 buses with multiple axles for passenger comfort. M.K. Stalin recently launched the buses. The fleet has 130 buses, with 110 single-axle ones. It costs ₹34.30 crore. SETC aims to make travel safe and comfortable for everyone.

Comfortable Seats and Big Windows

Table of Contents

1. Comfortable Seats and Big Windows

2. Safety Comes First

3. Trained Drivers and Conductors

4. Routes and Affordable Fares

5. Competing with Private Operators

6. SETC Competing with Private Operators

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Each Volvo bus has 51 captain-style seats with calf support. The windows are big so passengers can enjoy the views while traveling. The overhead luggage space is neat and stylish. The bus has soft seats and good suspension. This makes the ride smooth, even on rough roads.

Safety Comes First

The Volvo 9600 buses have important safety features. They include a roof escape hatch and a fire protection system. The buses also have electronic diagnostic systems to quickly find any technical problem. The engines follow Bharat Stage-VI emission norms, which are better for the environment.

Trained Drivers and Conductors

SETC selected 65 drivers and conductors who have more than 10 years of experience. They received special training for these luxury buses. Only drivers who passed Volvo’s driving test were allowed to operate the buses. This ensures passengers travel safely.

Routes and Affordable Fares

The new 20 Volvo buses go on routes inside the State and to other States. You can travel to places like Salem, Tiruppur and Nagercoil. The price is just ₹1.80 for every kilometre. Passengers love the comfort, though a few said fewer stops could make trips quicker.

Competing with Private Operators

SETC wants to compete with private bus services by offering a premium travel experience. The goal is to provide comfort like Karnataka’s Airavat buses, but at affordable prices. Passengers can now enjoy luxury buses without paying too much.

SETC Competing with Private Operators

With these multi-axle Volvo 9600 buses, SETC can now compete better with private bus operators. The goal is to offer a travel experience similar to luxury services like Karnataka’s Airavat buses. Passengers can now enjoy premium travel without paying too much.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Vehicles

Q: How many new Volvo buses has SETC launched?

A: SETC launched 20 new Volvo 9600 multi-axle buses.

Q: What safety features do these buses have?

A: They include roof escape hatches, fire protection systems and electronic diagnostic systems for technical issues.

Q: What is the fare for these buses?

A: The fare is ₹1.80 per kilometre, making it affordable for passengers.

Q: Who drives these luxury buses?

A: Experienced drivers and conductors with over 10 years’ experience, trained specifically for Volvo buses, operate them.

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