ASF Como introduced seven Yutong electric buses (models E10 and E12) on November 11 for operation on the city's urban network. The Como-Lazzago depot received a new charging facility with eight Assytech columns able to charge up to 16 e-buses simultaneously, financed 77% by PNRR and PNSMS and integrated with ASF's digital control center for real-time monitoring. Chargers deliver 75–150 kW enabling full recharge in under two hours and a canopy is ready for solar panels. The Yutong fleet totals 32 vehicles, enabling full electrification of lines 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 11 and over 1.8 million zero-emission kilometers annually. Buses include HVAC, regenerative braking, driver-assistance, accessibility aids, and comprehensive cameras for safety.
"Alongside the new Yutong electric buses, ASF Como has completed a new charging facility at its Como-Lazzago depot. The site includes eight Assytech charging columns capable of charging up to 16 e-buses simultaneously. Financed 77% through PNRR and the National Strategic Plan for Sustainable Mobility (PNSMS), the system integrates with ASF's digital control center for real-time monitoring. Each charger offers between 75 and 150 kW of power, enabling full recharging in under two hours."
"With this latest delivery, ASF Como's Yutong e-bus fleet reaches 32 vehicles - 2 introduced in March 2024, 23 in September, and 7 now entering service. The full electrification of lines 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, and 11 makes Como one of the first mid-sized Italian cities to operate a predominantly electric urban service. With 10% of the total fleet and 50% of the urban fleet now fully electric, ASF will run over 1.8 million zero-emission kilometers annually."
"The Yutong E10 and E12 electric buses feature advanced HVAC systems, regenerative braking, and driver-assistance tools for real-time vehicle monitoring. Accessibility is a central focus: manual ramps for boarding, LetiSmart radio beacons for visually impaired passengers, and onboard audio-visual information systems ensure an inclusive travel experience. Safety is strengthened by internal surveillance cameras and a 360° camera providing the driver with complete traffic awareness."
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