BRAZIL Iveco Bus reports that it has has achieved the milestone of delivering 10,000 vehicles since its involvement in the Brazilian Caminho da Escola [School Bus] programme began in 2009. The vehicles are specifically designed for student transport, the company says, and are helping to modernise and expand the country’s fleet of school buses, ensuring safe access and regular school attendance for students in public schools throughout Brazil.
Danilo Fetzner, Head of Iveco Bus’ Commercial Operations for Latin America, said: “We are immensely proud to have reached the milestone of 10,000 units delivered. This achievement reflects our commitment and strategic leadership role in the Caminho da Escola program. Iveco Bus vehicles are renowned for their robustness, performance, and the quality of our service network, making them the preferred choice for municipalities across Brazil.”
Manufactured at the company’s Sete Lagoas plant in Brazil, the Iveco ORE (Rural School Bus) features a reinforced chassis, ensuring high durability and resistance on difficult terrains, and reduced front and rear overhangs to enhance its manoeuvrability and stability. Iveco’s 10-190 ORE 2 model can accommodate 44 students, while the larger 15-210 ORE 3 version has a capacity for 59. They are equipped with FPT Industrial engines that deliver maximum power of 190 and 210 horsepower respectively. These buses are fully accessible and air-conditioned.
