Brussels, 4 October 2025 – At the opening of Busworld Brussels, Zhongtong Bus unveiled two all-electric flagship models engineered specifically for Europe: the H12E-Plus premium coach and the N12D double-deck city bus. The pair of zero-emission vehicles quickly became the center of attention on the show floor, attracting operators and press from around the world.

Zero-Carbon Duo Makes Its Debut

Zhongtong Enters the European Arena

Pure electric vehicles offer significant advantages in environmental protection, energy efficiency, intelligence, and comfort, making them a key choice for green transportation transformation worldwide. According to statistics, the market share of pure electric vehicles in the EU alone increased by 24.8% year-on-year in 2025.

Zhongtong’s H12E-Plus and N12D buses combine strengths in design, user experience, and operational efficiency, embodying the essence of Chinese intelligent manufacturing for the global market.

The Zhongtong H12E-Plus features a dynamic front fascia and ocean-inspired waistline, blending aesthetic appeal with low-drag aerodynamics. Moreover, its exclusive multi-dimensional safety architecture—integrating active, passive, and electrical safety—ensures comprehensive protection for both drivers and passengers.

Aligned with European GDPR regulations, the H12E-Plus significantly enhances active safety performance. It includes AEB (Autonomous Emergency Braking) capable of full stop from 60 km/h, Driver Drowsiness and Attention Warning (DDAW) with 99% accuracy, and Forward Collision Warning (FCW) that provides alerts 3–4 seconds before a potential collision.

The H12E-Plus also adopts a 100% cage structure, with high-strength steel accounting for 87% of the vehicle body, a maximum roll angle of 35°, and integrated front collision and rollover protection—laying a solid foundation for safety.

Aligned with 5A-grade healthy cabin standards, the model offers a 605mm aisle width and 440mm seat spacing. Optional features such as speed-sensitive steering assist and a zero-gravity driver’s seat further enhance onboard comfort.

In terms of powertrain, the H12E-Plus is equipped with a new-generation LFP (lithium iron phosphate) high-efficiency battery, offering a 15-year service life and a 1.5-million-kilometer ultra-long warranty. With IP69-rated protection, thermal insulation materials, and nitrogen protection systems, it adds an extra layer of safety assurance.

Beyond reliability, the H12E-Plus excels in intelligence. Its smart cockpit supports 8 languages and 40 voice wake words, offers full lifecycle OTA updates enabling continuous system upgrades for up to 15 years, and includes a transparent chassis function for blind-spot monitoring—making operations both efficient and intelligent.

At the launch event, Zhongtong also introduced the N12D double-decker all-electric bus, specially developed for Europe. Following its debut in Singapore in 2024, the European N12D integrates high capacity, long range, high efficiency, and strong power to meet diverse market demands.

With its low-floor design, three-door layout, and strategically placed front and rear staircases, the N12D ensures fast passenger flow—ideal for peak-hour commuting and city tourism. The vehicle delivers a range of over 400 km on a single charge and supports dual-gun DC fast charging for quick power replenishment.

Green Technology as the Driver

Empowering Global Markets with Core Quality

During the launch event, Zhongtong handed over the first H12E-Plus unit to a customer from Portugal.

Today, the global new energy bus market is booming. Chinese bus brands, through systematic breakthroughs in new energy technology, have transitioned from being participants to leaders in the field.

As one of the earliest enterprises in China engaged in R&D and promotion of new energy buses, Zhongtong has undertaken several national-level new energy projects, accumulated a large number of authorized patents, and established a leading position in areas such as intelligent, electric, and connected vehicle technologies.

From the Brussels stage to markets worldwide—from Dubai and Portugal to Singapore, Germany, Bulgaria, Chile, and other high-end markets—Zhongtong’s global footprint vividly illustrates the new trajectory and achievements of high-quality Chinese manufacturing.

By competing with international giants across technology, service, and branding, Chinese bus brands represented by Zhongtong have become a living testament to the upward move of “Made in China.” Industry standards once defined by European brands are now gradually incorporating Chinese elements—reflecting profound transformations in the global industrial landscape.

Making a standout appearance at the world’s top industry exhibition and empowering more users globally, Zhongtong Bus will continue to leverage its core technology and quality innovation to write a new chapter in the development of the worldwide bus industry.

Source : www.chinabuses.org

Editor : Lucy

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