Marcopolo presents vehicles at Lat.Bus focusing on decarbonizing transport

Marcopolo presents vehicles at Lat.Bus focusing on decarbonizing transport

 

The Company will present electric and hybrid vehicles, among other models, that contribute to environmental sustainability

 

 Marcopolo, one of the world’s leading developers of mobility solutions, will unveil new vehicles at Lat.Bus 2024 in line with the global trend towards decarbonizing transport. Lat.bus is the largest event of the bus industry in Latin America, which will be held from August 6 to 8, at the São Paulo Expo.

The company will present, in total, nine models at the event with the brands Marcopolo and Volare. With the Marcopolo brand there are five models: the new Viaggio G8 1050, Paradiso G8 1200, Paradiso G8 1350 and Paradiso G8 1800 DD, all road, and the urban Attivi Integral 100% electric with an unprecedented and innovative internal configuration. Generation 8 has already sold more than four thousand units of which 2,150 are Double Decker models. In addition, 850 were destined for the international market. The success of buses in this category is due to factors such as the renewal of fleets by bus companies, which are looking to increase passenger comfort and safety. “The success of Generation 8 in Brazil and abroad is a reality. We are focused and working to launch the G8 models in most of the markets in which we operate, initially with production in Brazil, now in Mexico and Colombia, and export to countries such as South Africa, where we recently got our customers and partners together for a launch event”, says André Vidal Armaganijan, CEO of Marcopolo.

In addition to the intercity and Attivi models, the new Volare Fly 12 will also be exhibited, aimed at the charter and school segments, Attack 10 and Attack 8 Robust, in a competitive version, and the unprecedented Attack 9 Hybrid (electric/ethanol).

“This year Marcopolo completes 75 years of operation, consolidating its position as a protagonist in the development of complete mobility solutions, contributing to the advancement of passenger transport and aligned with its purpose of bringing people together. Our goal is to develop more and more products and solutions that promote the decarbonization of transport and that, at the same time, are technologically advanced, contributing to national and international mobility”, says Armaganijan.

Among the innovations presented at the event, Marcopolo highlights the hybrid and electric models, which complement the portfolio and contribute to the environmental sustainability of the sector. “In addition to the Attivi Integral model, 100% electric produced by Marcopolo, one of the innovations presented at Lat.bus will be the hybrid model that uses ethanol as a source for the generation of energy for the batteries”, he says. Marcopolo currently has around one thousand electric buses in circulation, either its own solutions or those developed in partnership with third parties. In Latin America, in addition to Brazil, the brand’s products are present in countries such as Colombia and Mexico. “In addition to electric, hydrogen-powered buses, such as the Audace Fuel Cell presented at Busworld 2023, or biomethane are some of the new energy sources studied and tested in recent times. Public programs and incentives are fundamental for these technologies to develop more and more”, Armaganijan analyses.

Marcopolo is the leader in the Brazilian bus body market. In the first half of this year, 6,201 units were produced in Brazil and 1,058 abroad. The company’s consolidated production in 2023 was 13,035 units – 83% manufactured in Brazil and 17% abroad. The consolidation of the G8 models and the product mix, including urban buses and mini buses, favor performance in the market.

Currently, the main foreign markets for Marcopolo are Latin America and the African continent. “The international presence positions the company as a global player, which increases our competitiveness and leads us to constantly innovate.  Foreign markets also offer growth opportunities in regions where demand for public transport is expanding”, concludes the executive.

 

Marcopolo Vehicles at Lat.Bus

 Viaggio G8 1050

The Viaggio G8 1050 model presented at Lat.Bus has a Mercedes-Benz O500 RS 1938 Euro 6 chassis, with a total length of 13,200mm, a width of 2,600mm and a height of 3,750mm, with capacity for 46 passengers in semi-sleeper seats, with reversible USB A and type C sockets and a seat belt. The driver’s seat is an Ergodesign pneumatic model. The vehicle is equipped with a lift for accessibility, 120,000 BTU’s hot and cold air conditioning system, toilet at the back of the passenger area. It has a fuel tank capacity of 500 liters, full LED headlights and front and rear fog lights, audio and video system with DVD with USB on the dashboard, three monitors in the passenger area of 15.6″ in size and microphone plug in the passenger area and for the driver, as well as a radio built into the multiplex.

 

Paradiso G8 1800 DD

At Lat.Bus 2024, Marcopolo is presenting a Paradiso G8 1800 DD model with a different internal configuration that functions as a real showroom, with new equipment and technologies to demonstrate to customers and visitors the new developments and future innovations that will be available to operators, such as the use of Artificial Intelligence to operate the air conditioning system, cameras with 360-degree vision and remote control of sound, lights and temperature via Bluetooth.

The Paradiso G8 1800 DD has a Volvo B150R 8×2 Euro 6 chassis, 15,000mm in total length, 2,600mm in width and 4,100mm in height, with a capacity for 50 passengers and a Mobile Seat Device (DPM) for accessibility. Externally, it is equipped with full LED headlights, front and rear fog lights, 13x128x13 front destination sign (higher resolution), rearview mirrors with camera (ERV), parking sensor, reverse camera, passenger area monitoring system and extra filming camera connected to the passenger area monitors.

In addition to the external advantages, it is inside that the Paradiso G8 1800 DD from Lat.Bus stands out. The upper deck has Sleeper, Semi-Sleeper Master, Semi-Sleeper, Executive, SF Executive seats, and on the lower deck, Sleeper Bed seats, all with reversible USB A and/or type C socket, and individual 13” or 10” monitors (Sleeper and Sleeper Bed seats). All seats on the lower deck have audiophones, and some seats also have adjustable cell phone support with USB socket. Four seats, two on the upper deck and two on the lower deck, have a massager.

For greater comfort, convenience and standard finishing, the vehicle is also equipped with luggage racks with a door (like on airplanes), decorative ceiling on the upper deck, intercom, internal lighting for chromotherapy, five refrigerators of 8, 35, 40 and two of 70 liters distributed in the cabin, in the lounge and in the passenger area, two 6.5 liter liquid heaters next to the stairs, 110V electrical outlets in the passenger area, and a game table on the upper deck.

The vehicle is also equipped with a vacuum-operated toilet on the left-hand side of the lower deck, a 195,000Btu hot/cold air-conditioning system, a vibrating pneumatic driver’s seat, a driver’s cabin with refrigerated air without heating, a driver’s cabin defroster (hot, cold and refrigerated), a zoned air-conditioning control system for the luggage compartment and a variety of curtains and seat covers.

The technology is also present in the audio and video system, with DVD video playback with USB in the upper deck passenger area and lounge (lower deck), with five monitors on the upper deck and one in the lounge of the lower deck. Microphone plug in the passenger area and for the driver, Head Unit, radio embedded in the multiplex and Shark radio antenna, satellite internet system and server entertainment system are other advantages.

 

Paradiso G8 1350

The Paradiso G8 1350 has a Scania K370C B6x2 Euro 6 chassis, 14,000mm long, 2,600mm wide and 3,980mm high, with a capacity for 46 passengers in Semi-Sleeper seats, with a reversible USB A socket and type C in the driver’s seat (Ergodesign pneumatic), DPM lift, 700 liter fuel tank, anti-collision sensor in the rearview mirrors and toilet in the back, on the right-hand side.

The model is equipped with Full LED headlights, front and rear fog lights, air conditioning system of 136,500 BTUs/h, hot, cold and cooling driver’s cab defroster, multiplex system, with built-in radio. It has an audio and video system with DVD video playback with USB on the dashboard, three monitors in the passenger area of 15.6” in size, microphone plug in the hall and in the driver’s cab, 8x80x10 front destination sign, Bio Lighting internal lighting, 70 liter refrigerator at the end of the aisle and 110V electrical outlets in the passenger area.

 

Paradiso G8 1200

The exposed Paradiso G8 1200 has a Volkswagen 18,320 SH Euro 6 chassis, 14,000mm long, 2,600mm wide and 3,800mm high. It has a capacity for 46 passengers in Semi-Sleeper seats, with a reversible USB A and type C socket in the driver’s seat (Ergodesign pneumatics), DPM lift, 500 liter fuel tank and toilet in the back on the right-hand side.

The model is equipped with Full LED headlights, front and rear fog lights, air conditioning system of 136,500 BTUs/h, hot, cold and cooling driver’s cab defroster, 4.3″ Multiplex system, with built-in radio. The vehicle also has an audio and video system with DVD playback with USB on the dashboard, three monitors in the passenger area of 15.6” in size, microphone plug in the passenger area and in the driver’s cab, front destination sign, Bio Lighting internal lighting, 70 liter refrigerator at the end of the aisle and 110V electrical outlets in the passenger area.

 

Attivi Integral with unprecedented interior

Marcopolo´s Attivi Integral on display at Lat.Bus 2024 innovates with an internal configuration that is unprecedented in the Latin American market in terms of comfort, safety, practicality and standard of finish, with a new dashboard made entirely of PU (without fiberglass), greater use of recyclable materials such as aluminum, and better ergonomics for the driver. The model, presented at the last edition of the fair, received updates and several upgrades in software, in the calibration of the energy management system, in the cooling system that resulted in lower energy consumption and greater efficiency.

It also has an exclusive dashboard with an unprecedented design, favoring visibility and safety. With 12,950mm in length, 2,550mm in width and 3,675mm in height, and a capacity for 89 passengers, between sitting and standing. The seats have been re-finished, now in the upholstered City model, with a headrest and a new design and pattern, in addition to USB type A sockets in the passenger area and the driver’s Ergodesign pneumatic chair.

For greater safety, comfort, convenience and total accessibility, it has a wheelchair ramp, air conditioning systems, Multiplex and monitoring systems with three cameras, 13x128x13 front destination sign and 13x80x10 window destination sign, extra filming camera connected to the passenger area monitors, 15.6” Orbe fixed monitor and Radio/DVD media playback on the dashboard.

The Marcopolo Attivi Integral has a powertrain with a Permanent Magnet Assisted Reluctance Synchronous electric motor, with 192kW/385kW of power and 1.360/2 .940 Nm of torque, direct current charging with a maximum power of 130kW, CCS2/650V voltage socket charging system and batteries with a capacity of 396.75kWh, with a charging time of up to four hours and a range of up to 250 kilometers. It is equipped with Full Air suspension, fire suppression system, rear-view mirrors with cameras on the right and left sides, front fog lights.

 

Volare Vehicles at Lat.Bus

 Attack 9 Hybrid

One of Volare’s biggest innovations at Lat.Bus 2024 is the presentation of the first hybrid mini bus produced in Brazil with national technology, the Attack 9 Hybrid – Electric/Ethanol. The model is a viable solution for the decarbonization of transport and sales are expected starting in 2026, with an electric powertrain using Range Extender technology. This allows the batteries to be recharged using a generator set with a 1.0 three-cylinder flexfuel turbo engine running on ethanol. The design is the result of Volare’s partnership with HORSE, a division of HORSE Powertrain Limited, a world leader in hybrid solutions and low-emission combustion engines, and with WEG, a Brazilian multinational manufacturer of electronic equipment, which operates in the capital goods sector with a focus on motors, reducers and electric drives, generators and energy transformers, products and systems for electrification, automation and digitalization.

With a high degree of nationalization, the vehicle combines advantages and benefits of a conventional micro powered by diesel and a 100% electric vehicle powered by batteries. The energy that powers the electric motor is generated by an ethanol engine, that is why the vehicle can be used in any region of the country, contributing to the ecosystem, as it is neutral in the CO2 cycle and allows carbon credits to be obtained. The model also stands out for its autonomy, which can reach 450km, and the reduced volume occupied by only three packs of batteries, which store 122kWh, providing greater capacity for transporting people.

 

Fly 12

Volare Fly 12 creates a new category of vehicles and is considered a true “super micro” bus. With a total length of 11,730mm, width of 2,480mm and height of 3,330mm, the model has the capacity to carry up to 45 passengers, in addition to the driver and assistant driver, with efficiency and driveability, with reduced acquisition and operational costs. In the school bus configuration, it can transport 64 students, as well as a driver and assistant driver.

 

Attack 8 Robust

By designing the Attack 8 in a competitive configuration, Volare is breaking yet another market paradigm by offering a small, versatile model that represents lower acquisition and operating costs and delivers robustness, agility and reliability. With only 6,535 mm in total length and a capacity for 17 passengers, it is suitable for transport in severe applications, such as the different industrial and rural areas of northern and northeastern Brazil, and the agricultural regions of the Southeast and Midwest.

 

Attack 10 – School and Charter

The school transport segment has grown strongly in recent years and, therefore, demand for specific models for different applications. To meet the higher capacity demands, with lower acquisition and operating costs, Volare developed Attack 10 Escolar. The model is suitable for charter and school and university transport, with a capacity for 37 people and up to 54 people in the school version (in addition to the driver and assistant driver).

 

About Marcopolo

Founded 75 years ago in Caxias do Sul (RS), Marcopolo is a leading bus body manufacturer in Brazil and is consistently ranked among the world’s largest manufacturers. The company is committed to the future of mobility, attentive to the development of new modes of transport, in addition to continuously investing in improvement, technology, design and expansion, producing solutions that contribute to the development of collective passenger transport. With factories on five continents, the vehicles produced by the company drive on the roads of over 140 countries.