Dubai: The first VDL bus compatible with the European Emissions Standards (Euro 6) was tested on streets of Dubai.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) launched the test run of the bus which is characterised by its light weight and low-fuel consumption.
“The trial operation of the new VDL bus signals keenness to revamp the public bus fleet to keep pace with the top practices worldwide and offer top of the range services to public transport riders in Dubai", RTA director-general Mattar Al-Tayer.
He said that the new bus will be tested during a six-month-trial period during which the economic feasibility and environmental benefits would be assessed.
The 45-seat VDL bus weighs about 9,650 kg, 1550 kg lighter than the older VDL model.