The State of Mexico has launched the first operational tests of Taruk, the first fully electric bus designed and developed using national engineering.
The vehicle is currently being evaluated along the Metepec-Toluca-Tenango corridor as part of a public mobility strategy aimed at transforming local transportation systems.
Taruk was built entirely with Mexican technology and tailored to meet the demands of urban mobility in the country’s largest cities.
With an electric propulsion system, a range of over 300 kilometers, and a 60-passenger capacity, it stands as a modern, environmentally friendly solution to replace outdated public transport units.
This initiative is part of a broader public policy that promotes safer, more efficient, and sustainable transportation. The plan includes incentives like scrappage bonuses to encourage the replacement of old vehicles with newer, cleaner models.
Technical assessment and academic collaboration
The tests are being conducted on a route operated by transport company TEO, allowing experts to evaluate the vehicle’s performance and efficiency under real-world conditions.
The project also benefits from strong collaboration with academic institutions. Taruk’s development involved the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM), the Metropolitan Autonomous University (UAM), and the Secretariat of Science, Humanities, Technology and Innovation, reinforcing its role as a national innovation initiative.
You may also read: Blink Charging Expands Presence in Mexico with 50 New Charging Stations in Partnership with Porsche
Economic and social impact
Beyond its environmental benefits, Taruk’s local production significantly boosts the economy. It is expected to create up to eight times more jobs than imported alternatives.
Led by Megaflux in partnership with Dina, the project ensures nationwide availability of parts and technical support.
This marks a major step toward more organized and sustainable mobility in the State of Mexico—and a model that could soon expand to other parts of the country.
Mexico, a key player in the automotive industry
Mexico is one of the leading vehicle producers in Latin America, with the automotive industry accounting for 3.6% of the country’s total GDP and 18.7% of its industrial GDP. The sector also generates approximately one million formal jobs and attracts 13.3% of the nation’s foreign direct investment.
These topics will be part of the discussion at the Latam Mobility Summit CDMX 2025, an ideal space for debate, networking, and business development for those seeking to strengthen their presence in the sustainable mobility sector in Mexico and Central America.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover what’s coming and be part of the future of mobility. For more information on how to participate and explore positioning options, write to us at: info@investinlatam.org.
Contact us via WhatsApp or take advantage of the pre-sale for tickets to Mexico City, here.
