Three New Mobility Solutions Presented at Taxi Expo

BUSiness Projects presented three new bus configurations at the Taxi Expo in ’s-Hertogenbosch last October.

Together with Nova Special Cars, the specialised sales organisation BUSiness presented three special-purpose buses.

The first was the new Renault E-Tech Master, equipped with the Flexitrans special floor featuring integrated wheelchair restraint systems and foldable seats. This makes it a highly flexible taxi and wheelchair-accessible minibus, with a range that gives taxi companies the freedom to operate throughout the day.

BUSiness has always been known for its special luxury conversions. This year, the company presented the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter Low Roof VIP. This VIP taxi is an alternative to the Mercedes-Benz EQV when eight passengers need to be transported with luggage. The extra-wide reclining seats ensure optimum passenger comfort, while the face-to-face seating arrangement with a solid table creates a very pleasant atmosphere inside the bus. A fridge, 220V power outlets and LED lighting further enhance the high-class customer experience.

The biggest news, however, was the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter ELECTRA+ with 16 passenger seats. This M2-category minibus can be driven with a D1 driving licence, which is relatively easy for an experienced taxi bus driver to obtain. This vehicle can replace two school taxi buses with just one driver. It also offers a lower total cost of ownership. Over a five-year contract, savings of up to 25% can be achieved!

Together with its international partners, BUSiness managed to increase the gross vehicle weight (GVW), enabling the Zero Emission Sprinter to accommodate 16 passengers. Even with a full passenger climate control system, the vehicle offers an impressive range of 300 zero-emission kilometres. The first units are already operating in Switzerland.