FlixBus & ETO Motors Starts e-Bus Operations Between Hyderabad & Vijayawada

ETO Motors, a player in electric mobility solutions, and FlixBus India, have partnered to launch the first intercity electric bus route between Hyderabad and Vijayawada. The EV pilot will launch on the Hyderabad-Vijayawada route with four electric buses, aiming to assess feasibility and expand via a hub-and-spoke model. A two-week test run will precede operations starting in late February, followed by a 12-week evaluation of metrics like battery performance and passenger booking patterns. 

Speaking about this initiative, Rajeev YSR, Group CMO, ETO Motors, stated, “This completes our total offering in green mobility solutions, where we now serve commuters first mile, last mile along with intercity – the middle mile."

Supported by Thunder Plus, depot cum opportunity charging stations with 240 KW fast chargers will ensure efficiency and prevent battery overheating. The advanced EV fleet will include Dashcams, GPS, ADAS, and other safety features for a seamless travel experience.

Commenting on this milestone, Surya Khurana, MD, FlixBus India said, “FlixBus India has emerged as a trailblazer in its debut year, connecting 200+ cities across the nation with technology-driven, efficient, affordable and comfortable bus services. Now, the company is taking its commitment to sustainable travel a step further by introducing four electric buses as part of its diverse and tech-agnostic strategy to explore alternative fuels and reduce carbon emissions.”