Iveco Bus has said it has been chosen by Rápido Sumaré, operator of the State of São Paulo, to renew its urban transport fleet.

Rápido Sumaré, a Belarmino Group company, one of the largest transport conglomerates in Brazil, has received its first 55 units equipped with the Iveco Bus 17-280 chassis, as part of a fleet renewal.

An additional 18 will be delivered during the year.

Danilo Fetzner, Iveco Bus’ Vice President for Latin America said: “Being chosen by a group such as Rápido Sumaré confirms that we are on the track to increase our presence in the Brazilian urban market.”

Designed to offer maximum economy, the 17-280 chassis is equipped with the FPT Industrial N67 Euro 6 engine.

It lowers operating costs through reduced maintenance costs and optimised fuel consumption.

Developed specifically to meet the needs of Brazilian operators and produced in Sete Lagoas (MG), the 17-280 model can meet the daily challenges of operation, accommodating up to 59 passengers.

The vehicles equipped with the 17-280 chassis and bodied by Mascarello, also inaugurate the new identity of public transport in Piracicaba (São Paulo state), with a livery inspired by the colours of the city's flag.