King Long Bus: Major Events in 2019
2020-02-01
2019 marks the 70th founding anniversary of China and the 30th founding anniversary of King Long
2019 marks the 70th founding anniversary of China and the 30th founding anniversary of King Long.
1. King Long buses & coaches assist the 17th Xiamen International Marathon.
On January 6, 2019, the 17th Xiamen International Marathon was held. King Long buses & coaches were dispatched to serve the high-profile event.
2. King Long 5G-connected bus routes start operation
2019 marks the first year of 5G commercialization in China. In May, 2019, King Long 5G-connected buses started operation in Xiamen and Wenzhou, ushering a brand new era for urban public transportation.
3. Apolong autonomous driving buses in smooth operation for one year
Since its debut, Apolong autonomous driving bus has been in smooth operation for one year in Beijing, Xiong’an, Fuzhou, Wuhan, Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, Foshan, Hebi, etc. So far, King Long Apolong buses have entered 26 cities across China and accumulated a combined mileage of 80,000+ km and provided services for 70,000+ passengers.
4. King Long ranked the firs in export volume in China’s bus industry
Through strengthening its marketing efforts in the overseas markets and launching CKD cooperation, King Long ranked the first place in export volume among all Chinese bus maker. In addition, it has been staying at the top for a decade.
5. 20,000th King Long minivan exported to Bolivia
In December, 2019, the 20,000th King Long minivan to be exported to Bolivia officially went off the production line. In addition, King Long’s general sales agent in Bolivia placed an order of 500 units on King Long. Since entering Bolivia in 2012, King Long has already established a solid reputation in the country.
6. King Long attended Busworld Expo in Belgium
On October 18, King Long attended Busworld Expo in Belgium, putting L4-level Apolong autonomous driving bus, 5G-connected city bus PEV12, Longwin II C13HD, intercity bus U13 on display, fully showcasing the formidable strengths of China’s bus manufacturing industry.
7. King Long brand value reached 45.378 billion RMB
On June 22, the 500 Most Valued Brands in China was released. King Long’s brand value reached 45.378 billion RMB.
8. King Long buses & coaches served China’s NPC and CPPCC sessions.
On March 3-5, King Long Longwin II coaches were designated to serve China’s NPC and CPPCC sessions. King Long buses & coaches have been served the two sessions for 19 consecutive years. In addition, King Long buses & coaches were selected to serve a number of high-profile events, including the 2nd Digital China Forum, the 2nd China International Import Expo (CIIE), the 16th Pacific Sports Games, etc.
9. King Long new energy buses & coaches put into service in several cities
90 units King Long new energy buses were delivered to Hulunbeier, Inner Mongolia for operation in September, 110 units King Long electric city buses started operation in Chuxiong, Yunnan province in October, 110 units electric city buses started operation in Yancheng, Jiangsu province in November.
