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On September 1, 2016 Quality Discovery Tour, which has attracted wide media attention, arrived in Tieling, Liaoning Province. Foton Automobile Group, Foton AUV Bus Department and Foton Cummins jointly organized the event, which aims to enhance the quality of transportation services and further upgrade transportation facilities. “Quality” and “Craftsmanship” are two words people heard quite often during the tour. Insiders believe that the tour is surely to add fuel to the Northeast China’s current drive for its revitalization.
Fan Xianjun, general director of AUV department delivered a speech
Currently, the transportation sector in northeast China is undergoing big changes. Along with the changes come precious opportunities. Buses and coaches are set to play an even more significant role in people’s daily lives. By organizing the tour, Foton AUV has sent a clear message to the general public that it is determined to shoulder more social responsibilities and push the bar in public transportation to a new historical height.
Inauguration of trial NEV routes ceremony with the theme of "My bus, my city"
According to sources, Jilin province is planning to introduce 500 units city buses this year with the percentage of new energy buses no less than 20%. However, how to choose the right vehicles and find the most efficient passenger transportation solutions are the major concerns of many bus operators. 2016 Quality Discovery Tour, brings inspirations and answers to some bus operators. “Looking for the most popular new energy city bus route”, an important part of the theme activity “My City, My Bus”, officially kicked off in Tieling. Foton AUV BJ6122 bus, BJ6851 electric bus, BJ6105 hybrid bus, BJ6113 hybrid bus, BJ6905 ISG plug-in hybrid bus, which appeared at the activities, attracted immediate attention from all participants. Worth mentioning is Foton BJ6122, which is equipped with Cummins latest ISG energy-saving driveline. The vehicle is able to cut fuel consumption by 22%. In addition, its i-Foton intelligence control system helps the vehicle realize high level of intelligence. Its fully sealed monocoque structure is able to stand the harsh cold weather conditions in winter.
According to Pu Shengri, General Manager of Tieling Public Transport Company, the bus operator purchased 110 units Foton AUV new energy buses earlier this year. “With zero emission standards and much higher energy efficiency, the vehicles also provide more comforts for passengers”, says Mr. Pu. To ensure the smooth operation of the vehicles in the extreme cold weather conditions, Foton AUV has done a lot of effective work.
2016 Quality Discovery Tour was officially launched in May and Jiangsu, the tour has witnessed active participation from bus operators for urban public transportation, long-distance passenger transportation, and tourist transportation.