Battery failures are causing problems in the operation of electric buses in Chandigarh. Of the 40 Ashok Leyland buses launched in November 2021, 10 have developed battery problems. Even after a full charge, these buses are now only able to travel 160 to 170 kilometers, instead of the previous 185 kilometers. Buses on local routes, approximately 270 to 280 kilometers long, require recharging. The company has already supplied three sets of batteri…
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Battery failures are causing problems in the operation of electric buses in Chandigarh. Of the 40 Ashok Leyland buses launched in November 2021, 10 have developed battery problems. Even after a full charge, these buses are now only able to travel 160 to 170 kilometers, instead of the previous 185 kilometers. Buses on local routes, approximately 270 to 280 kilometers long, require recharging. The company has already supplied three sets of batteri…