Switch Mobility Begins Electric Double-Decker Bus Testing

By Jony Shekhawat | Published Date : December 15, 2025

Electric double-decker buses are being tested as the city plans to bring back high-capacity public transport in a cleaner form.

Now, Switch Mobility has decided to conduct road testing of electric double-decker buses. Later, they were stopped. Now MTC wants to start them again, but only in electric form. Switch Mobility is part of the Ashok Leyland group. It works only in electric vehicles. The company is now testing these buses on normal city roads.

Plan to Bring Back Double-Decker in Electric Form

Table Of Contents

1. Plan to Bring Back Double-Decker in Electric Form

2. Around 20 Electric Buses in Pilot Project

3. Testing on Real City Roads

4. OHM Global Mobility Handling Operations

5. Electric Buses Seen as Future Option

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A senior MTC official said that the plan is to reintroduce double-decker buses. Since electric buses are already running, MTC does not want diesel buses anymore.
The official said electric buses are working well. Because of this, double-decker buses will also be electric. This will help in carrying more passengers without adding more buses on the road.

More passengers in one bus means less crowd and better travel for people.

Around 20 Electric Buses in Pilot Project

MTC is planning to buy around 20 electric double-decker buses in the beginning. This will be a pilot project. The main aim is to see how these buses perform on city roads.
Right now, this is only a plan. The official also said that tenders have not been released yet. First, the testing will be completed. After that, MTC will take the next step. The pilot will help MTC understand daily operation issues.

Testing on Real City Roads

The buses are being tested on real city routes. This includes traffic roads, signals, turns, and busy areas. Testing on real roads is important before starting full service.
During testing, many things are checked. These include bus height, turning, braking, battery performance, and charging needs.

Passenger comfort and safety are also being observed. This testing will help avoid problems later.

OHM Global Mobility Handling Operations

OHM Global Mobility is operating electric buses for MTC. This company is also a subsidiary of Ashok Leyland buses. It already manages electric buses running in the city.
The buses are operated under a gross cost contract model. In this system, the operator runs and maintains the buses. MTC pays a fixed amount and manages routes and passengers. This model is already being used for electric buses.

Electric Buses Seen as Future Option

MTC is slowly moving towards electric buses only. Electric buses are eco-friendly vehicle options as these buses emit low carbon emissions. After getting success of this pilot project, more electric double-decker buses will be available on the roads. Passengers may get better space and smoother travel in the coming years.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Commercial Vehicles

Q1. What is an electric bus?

Ans. An electric bus runs on battery power instead of diesel or petrol. It produces less noise and helps reduce air pollution in cities.

Q2. Why are electric buses important for cities?

Ans. Electric buses help cut pollution, lower fuel costs, and provide smoother rides, making them suitable for busy city transport systems.

Q3. How long does an electric bus battery last?

Ans. Most electric bus batteries can run for many hours and cover long distances, depending on battery size, route conditions, and driving style.

Q4. Are electric buses more expensive than diesel buses?

Ans. Electric buses cost more at the start, but they are cheaper to operate and maintain over time due to lower fuel and service costs.

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