JBM launches ‘Citylife’ low floor city bus

JBM Motors, the bus division of JBM Group, an auto components manufacturer, launched a low floor bus ‘Citylife’ that has been especially designed for intra-city travelling India. Backed by a total investment of Rs.500cr, the bus will be manufactured in technological partnership with European bus-maker BredaMenarinibus (BMB).

Being manufactured at the company’s hi-tech facilities in Faridabad, Haryana and Kosiin Uttar Pradesh, these  plants have the capacity to manufacture 2000 buses annually. The bus has been designed keeping in mind Indian traffic and weather conditions. Some unique features include a monocoque structure to ensure maximum strength and minimum weight, matching European standards for safety in case of front/side collision and rollover accidents. Additional safety is provided through five large diameter detachable cylinders with an automatic valve close in case of leakage.

Speaking at the launch, Nishant Arya, Executive Director, JBM Group noted, “A dream project for everyone at JBM Group has finally become a reality. Our detailed market research indicated there was need for a safe, reliable and durable intra-city mode of transport. We are confident that our product will revolutionize intra-city travel and create higher benchmarks. State-of-the-art technology deployed in every aspect of this bus will certainly make tedious bus journeys pleasant hereafter.” 

“The aggressively-designed ‘Citylife reinforces the fact that even intra-city buses can be stylish and luxurious,” added Arya.  Citylife has independent front suspension (IFS) that will ensure a stress-free ride for passengers. To boost passenger safety and comfort, the Citylife will have cantilever seats and armrests, ensuring more room for standing passengers.