Karsan Carries Electric Minibuses to Japan!

Türkiye-based giant commercial vehicle manufacturer Karsanwas one of the leading companies in the electric minibus and midibus market in Europe with its e-JEST and e-ATAK models. So much so that the e-JEST model has been the leader in the field of electric minibuses in Europe in recent years. The company, which recorded significant growth in the electric bus market in 2022, also entered Canada and the USA and North America.

A statement made yesterday announced that Karsan has made another very important move. Accordingly, Karsan from japan Altech Co. made a distributorship agreement with the company named as the distribution of its products in the country.

Work on the right-hand drive e-JEST model is accelerating, with the vehicle scheduled to be introduced in Japan at the end of the year

Karsan, which has high-tech models, has been carrying out its marketing activities in Japan since October 2022. With this move, he entered the country. CEO Okan Baş also stated that after the demand from Japan, the company opened its doors to the Far East.

With this deal, the company is right-hand drive to be eligible for Japan. e-JEST electric will accelerate its work on minibus models. With compact dimensions, e-JEST has more in tourist areas and the elderly population It was also among the statements that he was in demand in the cities he lived in. CEO Baş also stated that the works for the vehicle are continuing and that the right-hand drive version is available. that they want to promote in Japan at the end of this year stated.

On the other hand, Karsan achieved a first in Turkish automotive history with the Japanese market and took an important step towards becoming the Tesla of electric buses. Stating that they are located in a very wide geography and that they believe they will achieve great success in Japan, Baş added that they will be present in all regions where they operate, both with sales and after-sales services.

What are the features of e-JEST?

The e-JEST, which we will see in Japan with its right-hand drive version, has remarkable features. Electric minibus type vehicle, a compact design owner. In addition, its small size makes it a very suitable vehicle for cities.

According to Karsan, e-JEST is powered by 100% electric power. from BMW engine taking. The length of the vehicle with 4-wheel independent suspension is 5.8 meters. Maximum passenger capacity 22 while the maximum range 210 kilometers appears as. It is also emphasized by the company that the battery is fully charged in 55 minutes with fast charging.