B18. b
Winner
Excellent Product Design
Aviation, Maritime and Railway
Credits
Company / Customer
Details
Premiered with German specification, the all-electric B18. B articulated LF bus is ideal for European urban public transportation. Inspired by European tram design, the bus offers a high passenger capacity with a dynamic exterior with iconic details and a spacious interior. Its driver cabin is VDV and EBSF standards complied, featuring integrated cockpit, ADAS system, rotatable driver seat and convenient accessories. The cosy interior with 2 wheelchair areas, slimline seats, ambient lighting, continuous damping control offers passengers a pleasant journey. B18. B has a capacity of max. 146 passengers with 630 km range and 25% gradeability.
The Jury‘s Statement
The striking exterior design fuses iconic details with a clear formal language, creating a presence full of character. »B18. b« impresses inside with generous space, elegant ambient lighting, and a coherent operating concept for drivers. Its expressive design, paired with high functionality and comfort for all users, sends a powerful signal of contemporary excellence in demanding urban mobility environments.
