Daimler Buses recently handed over a fleet of 24 top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz Tourismo 15 RHD touring coaches in Neu-Ulm city to Autobus Oberbayern GmbH based in Munich and Bus-Verkehr Berlin KG (BVB) located in Berlin. Splitting the acquisition evenly, both companies secured 12 of these deluxe coaches, boasting premium features. These coaches are slated to serve as team buses under their inaugural transport contract during Europe’s premier sporting event in 2024.
Till Oberwörder, CEO of Daimler Buses, expressed pride in the continued trust placed by Autobus Oberbayern and Bus-Verkehr Berlin in Mercedes-Benz buses and coaches. He also highlighted the significance of these coaches debuting at Germany’s foremost sporting event in 2024, where select national teams will travel in these premier vehicles. Oberwörder sees this endorsement from customers as a resounding success for Daimler Buses.
Safety takes precedence with these high-deck Tourismo 15 RHD coaches, featuring a sleek neutral white exterior. Equipped with a comprehensive safety suite including Electronic Stability Programme (ESP), Acceleration Skid Control (ASR), Brake Assist (BA), and an array of modern driver assistance systems like Adaptive Cruise Control (ART) and Active Brake Assist 4, passengers can rest assured of a secure journey. Enhanced visibility is ensured through LED headlamps and a host of other features.
Under the hood, the coaches are powered by the robust Euro VI Mercedes-Benz OM 470 engine delivering 315 kW (428 hp), paired with the fully automated Mercedes-Benz GO 250-8 PowerShift eight-speed manual transmission.
Passenger comfort is paramount aboard these coaches, with black and silver seating providing optimal relaxation even on extended trips. Amenities include a powerful convector heater, roof-mounted EvoCool Basic air-conditioning system with antiviral filtration, and a galley with a coffee machine and sausage cooker. Entertainment and communication needs are met with the Coach Infotainment series multimedia system and 24 USB charging ports distributed throughout the passenger compartment.
With safety, comfort, and entertainment seamlessly integrated, these Mercedes-Benz Tourismo coaches promise a superior travel experience for passengers, making them the preferred choice for Autobus Oberbayern and Bus-Verkehr Berlin.
