Harris Bus & Coach is putting the Higer V12 through its first operational trial, introducing it on the FlixBus network.
FlixBus operator partners are to put the V12 to the test in real-world service. For Harris Bus & Coach, the trial represents an important opportunity to demonstrate that the HIGER V-Series can compete on the criteria that matter most to professional fleet operators.
James Hooker, National Key Account Manager, Harris Bus & Coach, said, “This is exactly what we want. We’re not asking operators to take a leap of faith with Higer – we are putting the product into operation and allowing it to be judged on the things that matter; how it performs, how it operates and how passengers respond to it.
“The five-year/500,000km warranty is a very important part of that proposition. It demonstrates the confidence we have in the product and gives operators meaningful reassurance as they consider an alternative to the established players in the market. We believe this is the beginning of something significant for Higer in the UK and Ireland. The market is ready for new thinking, and we intend to challenge some of the established assumptions around what a modern coach should cost, deliver and be supported by.”
The V12 in FlixBus branding will also be displayed at Euro Bus Expo, alongside its V10 stablemate and the first public showing of HIGER’s latest 8.9m Euro-6 Azure 9 city-bus.
Shamil Maindiratta, Managing Director, FlixBus UK, said, “Delivering a high-quality experience for every journey is our priority. This starts with safe, reliable and modern vehicles which include the key features expected from every FlixBus service: the iconic green, charging points and comfortable seats. As we continue our path towards market leadership, with our ambitious growth plans for 2027, we are keen to see the results of the Higer V12 as part of our expanding network.”
