The new Volksbus range already consists of seven models - one more for minibus production is now being added.

Testing has been on-going since the start of the year with plans for a commercial launch later this year - the brand already has a commercial electric truck, called the eDelivery.

The O 500 RSD 2448 478hp 6x2 and O 500 RS 1945 448hp 4x2 chassis conform to Euro V emissions standard, which is the prevailing standard or better in most Latin America countries outside of Brazil.

Libreparts now has 21 outlets throughout Brazil.

VWCO builds more than 50 Volksbus model types for a broad range of applications designed for bus, coach and school operations.

The Randon Group has changed its name as it transitions to being a global company with increasing focus on digital technology and financial services.

HSA, ESC, ATC and ABS active safety technologies are now standard on the new Volksbus chassis range.

This follows on from the new partnership agreement announced in December between VW Argentina and Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus Ltda (VWCO).

DB is a 30 year old technology company company with offices in Porto Alegre (RS) and São Paulo (SP).

Designed with significantly higher ground clearance and a suspension suited for off-road journeys, the Bus Rural, which is compact is size measuring 8.78m long and 2.50m wide, is mounted on the 15-210 Iveco chassis.

Kássio Seefeld, CEO of TruckPag says it is set to double its customer sles and revenues in 2023.

Included in the new options is air or pneumatic suspension and a choice of manual and automated transmissions with some of the rear engine versions.