Scania introduces 'Sleeper Bus' in PH

Initial 4 units turned over to GV Florida Transport

Scania introduces 'Sleeper Bus' in PH
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MANILA: BJ Mercantile Incorporated has recently unveiled the first-ever Scania Sleeper Bus for the Philippine market.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • When did BJ Mercantile unveil the new Scania Sleeper Bus?

    The vehicle was unveiled in time for the turnover of units to its customer, GV Florida Transport.
  • How many Scania Sleeper Buses did GV Florida Transport acquired from BJ Mercantile?

    A total of four Scania Sleeper Buses were turned over to the transport firm.
  • The brand’s latest commercial vehicle offering in the country was launched in time for the handover of several units to its first customer, GV Florida Transit.

    Scania x GV Florida Transport Photo from Ruben Manahan IV

    During a simple ceremony last Friday, the brand’s local arm officially turned over four Scania Sleeper Bus units to the transport firm — part of the 23 examples that the bus company recently acquired.

    Scania Sleeper Bus specs

    Based on the Scania K360, the new offering has a diesel-powered Euro 5-compliant engine that can dish out 360 horses and 1,750 Newton-meters of torque.

    It is mated to an eight-speed Scania Opticruise semi-automatic gearbox with three drive modes namely economy, standard, and power. Per BJ Mercantile, the transmission option available in the Scania Sleeper Bus helps in reducing fuel consumption while allowing the mill to dish out high torque at low RPM (revolutions per minute).

    Scania Sleeper Bus Photo from Ruben Manahan IV

    In addition, the Scania Sleeper Bus is fitted with 23 beds equipped with headrest pillows; individual USB charging ports, dual cup holders, and illuminations per seat; pneumatic power-folding stairs; aisle curtains; and an on-board restroom.

    Aside from that, the vehicle provides WiFi access to commuters and bus pads/tablets with headphones that come with movies, music, and games.

    Scania Sleeper Bus Photo from Ruben Manahan IV

    To ensure safety, the Scania Sleeper Bus also has an electronic stability program, secondary brakes (retarder and exhaust kinds), hill hold control, cruise control, adjustable air suspension system, and closed-circuit television cameras and a dashboard camera.

    Scania Sleeper Bus Photo from Ruben Manahan IV

    BJ Mercantile assured that buyers of the Scania Sleeper Bus that they will enjoy reliable aftersales support, fleet management system, driver training programs, and round-the-clock service assistance.

    Also read:

    Scania unveils new line of Philippine-made coach buses

    Transport firm receives initial Scania Marcopolo Paradiso fleet from BJ Mercantile

    Ruben Manahan IV

    Ruben Manahan IV

    Started his journalism stint as cub reporter for a local daily, Fort has been a news junkie ever since he started his career. He has covered for various sections of the newspaper ranging from politics to lifestyle, but his heart now belongs to motoring.

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