On March 31 local time, a high-profile delivery ceremony was held in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, for the official launch of the first batch of Yutong dual-powered trolleybuses.

The 60 vehicle deployment on Quito’s main transit routes will serve over 2 million residents with efficient and eco-friendly mobility, aligning with global sustainable development goals while modernizing the city’s public transit system.

As a high-altitude South American metropolis, Quito has long struggled with traffic gridlock and pollution exacerbated by an outdated EBRT system from the 1990s.

Yutong’s tailored 18.25-meter high-floor model for Ecuador demonstrates exceptional adaptability. This model is equipped with Yutong's self-developed second-generation collector system and isolated DC/DC converters, among other proprietary technologies. Its innovative dual power supply system overcomes route restrictions of traditional trams, ensuring seamlessly switch to battery power in non-contact sections and providing greater flexibility for bus operations in this mountainous city.

The Yutong dual-source trolleybus features a dual power system powered by both catenary lines and batteries, enabling regenerative braking. Paired with a high-efficiency motor drive system, it reduces energy consumption by 30-40% compared to traditional single-source trolleybuses, significantly lowering operational costs. Its ultra-low noise operation greatly diminishes urban traffic noise levels,enhancing passenger comfort. The innovative modular design streamlines maintenance processes, lowers upkeep costs, and improves lifecycle operational efficiency.

The deployment of these vehicles highlights the innovative value of the “EBRT + dual-powered trolley” model. Industry experts note that the Quito project may accelerate the electrification of public transit across Latin America. This Chinese technology-driven green mobility shift is prompting cities to reconsider alternatives to traditional fuel-powered transit.

*The article content is sourced from Xinhua News Agency.