Puebla to deploy 3,000 electric Olinia vehicles for public transport

Puebla is set to embrace electric mobility with Governor Alejandro Armenta Mier announcing a significant plan to acquire at least 3,000 Olinia electric vehicles for public transport starting next year. This initiative marks a crucial step in the state's transition towards sustainable transportation.

Governor Armenta detailed that his administration is working with the secretaries of Mobility and Finance to implement the acquisition plan. The goal is to integrate these Olinia units into the local transport system, signaling a commitment to reducing emissions and promoting cleaner transit options. The plan includes provisions to finance 20% of the vehicles, making the transition more accessible.

The announcement follows the recent launch of Olinia, recognized as Mexico's first fully electric utility vehicle. Armenta expressed pride in the project, highlighting its alignment with a humanist vision, environmental protection, and the development of indigenous technology. He believes this achievement positions Puebla at the forefront of automotive innovation in the country.

The Olinia vehicle was officially presented at the Military Air Base of Santa Lucía in the State of Mexico, during an event led by President Claudia Sheinbaum. Designed as an accessible urban mobility solution, Olinia boasts low operating costs and zero emissions, a testament to the collaborative efforts of researchers and institutions across Mexico. This development is seen as a triumph, demonstrating that such advanced projects are no longer exclusive to large monopolies.