JBM Executive Director Nishant Arya launches Citylife Diesel Bus launched at Auto Expo 2016

JBM Auto launches ‘CITYLIFE’ Diesel Bus

·         Compliant with Urban Bus Specification 2 (UBS 2) of Govt. of India

·        Folding Wheelchair Ramp for specially abled passengers

·        Mobile charging points for passenger convenience

·        Stop Request button

·        Passenger Information System

·        Security cameras inside the bus

·        Complete flat floor ensuring more space

·        Independent Front Suspension for car like comfort

·        Kneeling mechanism of upto 60mm

Greater Noida, 8^th February 2016: JBM Auto Ltd, India’s leading automotive company, today launched the diesel version of its ultra-low-floor luxurious bus CITYLIFE at Auto Expo 2016 here. The bus was launched by Mr. Nishant Arya, Executive Director, JBM Group in the presence of Mr. SK Arya, Chairman, JBM Group.

Speaking to media after the launch, Nishant Arya, Executive Director, JBM Group said, “CITYLIFE CNG has received a very good response from the market and we are going to deliver the first tranche very soon. However, we have witnessed numerous enquiries for a diesel bus with the same comfort of CITYLIFE CNG as CNG is not available in all cities. Our new offering CITYLIFE Diesel is to meet this demand. This bus has inherited all the safety and comfort specifications of CITYLIFE”.

CITYLIFE Diesel will be manufactured at the company’s hi-tech manufacturing facility in Kosi, Uttar Pradesh having capacity to manufacture 2000 buses annually. The bus has been designed keeping in mind Indian traffic and weather conditions. Some unique features include a monocoque structure to ensure maximum strength and minimum weight, matching European standards for safety in case of front/side collision and rollover accidents. The fuel tank capacity of the bus is 265 litres. CITYLIFE Diesel has an independent front suspension (IFS) that will ensure a stress-free ride for passengers. To boost passenger safety and comfort, CITYLIFE Diesel will have cantilever seats and armrests, ensuring more room for standing passengers.

About JBM Auto Ltd.

JBM Auto Ltd. is the flagship company of the USD 1.35 billion JBM Group. The company is the leading manufacturer of auto components and buses in the country. The company’s manufacturing facilities are strategically located in close proximity of leading automobile hubs of India at Faridabad, Greater Noida, Nasik, Chennai, Sanand, Pune and Indore. Its products are widely used in two‐wheelers, cars, tractors and trucks and many other sectors in India and overseas.