RANGS MOTORS INTRODUCES NEW RANGE OF EICHER SKYLINE BUSES IN BANGLADESH

Strengthens position in intercity bus segment

Rangs Motors, one of the most renowned conglomerates in Bangladesh, announced the launch of the Eicher Skyline 20.15 Bus, which will cater to the needs of bus operators for a wide range of applications. Loaded with a host of industry-leading features, Eicher Skyline 20.15 is all set to provide segment-leading experience to bus drivers and passengers. The new Eicher Skyline 20.15 Bus is thoroughly tested in Bangladesh and optimized to deliver best-in-class performance. Eicher Skyline 20.15 bus comes with most powerful inline engine in its category along with host of segment leading features for safety, comfort & reliability for intercity bus segment in Bangladesh. Its powerful 180HP engine with in-line fuel injection system will help deliver more trips every year for bus operators. Features such as stronger Domex chassis, ET70 Transmission with 710Nm capacity, 395mm drive head and lubricated for life propeller shaft ensure higher reliability. This new bus comes with different variants including options of waveller suspension and air suspension to deliver segment leading passenger comfort during long distance travel. To provide enhanced comfort and reduce driver fatigue, features such as tilt & telescopic steering, low effort booster assisted clutch system & easy to read combination meter have been offered. As one of the rapidly growing economies in South Asia, Bangladesh has a large and growing commercial vehicles industry. The government focus on improving the country infrastructure, transport systems and the opening of the Padma Bridge is leading to increased intercity bus travel in Bangladesh. As a result, heavy-duty bus demand has seen a sharp rise in FY23 in Bangladesh, and is expected to grow further. With this launch of Eicher Skyline 20.15 well suited for Intercity Bus segment, the long-distance traveler will now have access to a segment-leading offer for safe, reliable & comfortable travel. In reference to the launch, Ahmed Shahriar Anwar, Chief Executive Officer, Rangs Motors Limited, remarked, “Today, we embark on a new journey, where comfort meets power on the open road. With great pride and unwavering determination, we present our latest masterpiece, Eicher Skyline 20.15 – a bus designed and made in Bangladesh for our own to redefine experiences in this new era of travel. As our nation economy is on an upward trajectory, with an unwavering commitment to infrastructure development, our country has witnessed a remarkable transformation in recent years and I believe it gives hope for the Commercial Vehicle industry. With a commitment to progress, adapt, and surpass expectations, we, Rangs believe to perceive and deliver a better experience in the world of transportation for the people of our modern Bangladesh” Speaking on the Occasion, SS Gill, Executive Vice President, International Business, VECV said, “In line with our brand promise of partnering prosperity we are delighted to launch the all new Eicher Skyline 20.15 Intercity bus for Bangladesh. These buses are designed for enhanced safety, superior comfort & reliability well suited for the growing intercity travel in Bangladesh. With best in class acceleration & torque, superior uptime coupled with enhanced passenger and driver comfort, these buses can make more trips in a year thus enhancing transporter profitability” Eicher Skyline 20.15 bus is equipped with varied seating capacities along with a rear waveller suspension and air suspension. The next generation of Eicher trucks and buses aim to continuously improve transportation efficiency in developing markets with relevant modernization, thereby reducing logistic costs, and leading to economic growth and productivity. With this launch, Eicher Trucks & Buses enters a new phase of growth in the commercial vehicle market of Bangladesh.