Mellor Coachcraft reveals second generation Orion E
By Jim Gibbins - 1st June 2019
UK – Mellor Coachcraft of Rochdale, part of Woodall Nicholson's bus division, revealed its second generation all electric bus, the new Orion E, at the CV Show in Birmingham. First launched in 2017, the Orion E met demands for a small low floor electric bus capable of operating effectively in commercial, welfare, dial-a-ride or demand responsive services.
Managing director John Randerson said: "Over the last 12 months our engineers have tested exciting advancements in electric vehicle technology, specifically concerning battery performance, drivetrains and charging systems. Successful testing confirms the time is now right to uplift the Orion E's specification to reflect these advancements and to include small improvements suggested by operators who have learnt from real experiences working with the Orion E in diverse operational and geographic environments.”
