Blackbuck ELON 3X begins road trials: To hit roads by 2025
The Hyderabad-based electric bus manufacturer has commenced road trials for the Blackbuck ELON 3X multi-axle electric bus.
Following the unveiling of the first pictures in 2023, Blackbuck EV has now commenced road trials for the ELON 3X electric bus.
The trials are being conducted near the company’s facility in Hyderabad.
This marks a significant step forward in the development process of the Blackbuck ELON 3X electric bus, which is India’s first multi-axle electric bus.
Ramakrishnam Raju, Founder & CEO of Blackbuck EV, announced that the ELON 3X is slated for market debut in 2025.
He also revealed plans for manufacturing the bus at their upcoming Micro-factories in Hyderabad.
After completing the proving ground trials, Blackbuck EV intends to proceed with public road trials in the first quarter of 2025, collaborating with a prominent transport operator in India.
Additionally, production is set to commence within the same quarter, signifying a significant milestone in the company’s timeline.
The ELON 3X marks the debut model from the ELON skateboard platform, with future plans to introduce additional models such as the ELON 2X (10.5m) and ELON 4X (14.5m) in the years ahead.
Blackbuck ELON 3X’s Skateboard Platform
Unlike conventional electric bus chassis, the ELON 3X utilizes an ultra-lightweight Skateboard platform, consolidating the transmission, axle, and electric motor into a singular unit, thereby enhancing efficiency.
A standout feature of the Blackbuck ELON 3X is its lightweight electric axle system, which replaces the conventional propeller shaft. Furthermore, unlike traditional buses, all axles on the ELON 3X are equipped with single tires.
