Allison's partnerships with Chinese bus OEMs bearing fruit

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By Luke Willetts - 19th July 2024

Allison's partnerships with Chinese bus OEMs bearing fruit

Allison-equipped Yutong city buses

China / USA – Gearbox and e-Axle manufacturer, Allison Transmission Inc of Indianapolis, Indiana, says there is an increasing number of Chinese bus builders now specifying its automatic transmissions for export, they include Yutong Bus Co Ltd, Anhui Ankai Automobile Co Ltd, Xiamen Golden Dragon Bus Co Ltd, Xiamen King Long United Automotive Industry Co Ltd and Zhongtong Bus Co Ltd. The destinations are worldwide including the Americas, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Partners, who have exported buses and coaches with a specific focus on the markets of Canada, Mexico, the Dominican Republic, Chile, Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Armenia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan and Pakistan.

Allison stated that many of the Chinese-built buses are equipped with their Torqmatic series (T2100, T280R and T390R), a line of fully automatic transmissions with engine ratings ranging from 172 to 283 kilowatts, specifically designed for suburban buses and tour coaches.

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