Bulgaria continues to expand the use of electric buses in public transport. More than €60 million has been invested in modernising transport infrastructure across 30 municipalities under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP), as part of the “Environmentally Friendly Mobility” initiative.
According to information published by the Bulgarian news outlet Banker, the initiative has supported the delivery of 99 electric buses and 82 charging stations. In addition, more than 26 km of cycling infrastructure has been developed, 270 pedestrian crossings have been improved for greater safety, and six intelligent digital transport management solutions have been implemented.
The participating municipalities include Gabrovo, Sevlievo, Kazanlak, Pazardzhik, Sandanski, Petrich, Pernik, Sliven, Vratsa, and others. Nearly 940,000 residents are benefiting from upgraded urban infrastructure and improved opportunities for cleaner, safer, and more accessible mobility.
Chariot Motors Contributes to Electric Mobility in Sandanski
Among the municipalities advancing sustainable public transport is Sandanski, where Chariot Motors delivered a 6.8-metre electric bus in 2025.
The vehicle accommodates 11 seated and up to 21 standing passengers and offers a driving range of up to approximately 400 km on a single charge. Its low-floor design and wheelchair ramp provide improved accessibility for passengers with reduced mobility and parents travelling with strollers.
The delivery also includes an 80 kW charging station, enabling a full recharge in approximately 3–4 hours. The electric bus is designed to serve urban routes as well as peripheral areas and surrounding settlements.
Learn more about the Chariot Motors project in Sandanski
Sustainable Mobility – An Investment in the Future of Bulgarian Cities
The expansion of electric public transport represents an important step towards reducing harmful emissions, noise pollution, and operating costs. Alongside their environmental benefits, modern electric buses offer greater passenger comfort, accessibility, and energy efficiency.
Through its successfully implemented projects across Bulgaria, Chariot Motors continues to support the transition towards clean and sustainable public transport, providing innovative technological solutions tailored to the needs of both major cities and smaller municipalities.
