BYD unveils the C12 DUO electric coach at Euro Bus Expo 2026 in Birmingham
By Eve
BYD gave the C12 DUO its world premiere at Euro Bus Expo 2026 in Birmingham (3 to 5 November), initially targeting the UK market. The 12-metre coach uses BYD's Blade Batteries and has a manufacturer-claimed range of about 340 miles (547 kilometres). The unveiled version is a two-axle model seating up to 57 passengers, and BYD says it can also be registered as a Class II bus for interurban and regional routes.
Why it matters
A long-range electric coach from a major manufacturer points to future demand for depot and en-route charging for intercity fleets, not just urban buses. Operators and CPOs planning coach-capable sites should watch charging specifications and UK rollout details as they emerge.
Source
- Original title
- “BYD has unveiled the C12 DUO, its new electric coach”
- Published
- 3 November 2026
- Updated
- 4 November 2026
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- electrive.com
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- Electric Vehicles
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- Global
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- BYD
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