Six brand-new King Long EVolution low-floor electric chassis have entered service in Melbourne — a significant step forward for the brand and a strong demonstration of the world-class capability of the EVolution platform.

Purpose-built for the most demanding of missions, these vehicles were custom-designed for high-frequency airport operations. Running 24/7, they are engineered to meet the toughest duty cycles — proving beyond doubt that the King Long EVolution is not only capable but trusted for the hardest passenger transport tasks.

This milestone is the result of a powerful collaboration between King Long, one of the world’s largest bus manufacturers, and Global Bus Ventures (NZ), New Zealand’s leading body builder.

The vehicles were finished in Australia, delivering a final product with market-leading local Australian and New Zealand build content. This trans-Tasman approach supports local jobs and industry, combining globally respected chassis technology with craftsmanship that meets Australasian standards. Together, this partnership unites local build content with global innovation and scale — delivering the best of both worlds for operators who demand reliability, performance, and class-leading efficiency.

Pete White, Managing Director of Bus Stop Sales — the exclusive Australian distributor of King Long, said the milestone cements King Long’s growing presence in Australia: “SkyBus is one of the most demanding applications for passenger transport, with aroundthe-clock operations and the highest expectations for reliability. For the King Long EVolution platform to be trusted in this environment sends a powerful message — that King Long delivers world-class technology with the performance and dependability Australian operators need. This is global leadership, delivered locally.”

King Long’s EVolution chassis is the cornerstone of a fast-growing zero-emissions portfolio now operating in Australia. From 12-metre low-floor city buses to resource industry coaches and now high-frequency airport fleets, King Long electric buses are already proving themselves across diverse Australian conditions. Drawing on global expertise in battery and driveline technology — combined with local support, parts, and service through Bus Stop Sales — these vehicles are delivering quieter, cleaner, and more efficient journeys for operators and passengers alike.

Established in 1988, King Long has grown into one of the world’s leading bus and coach manufacturers, producing over 30,000 vehicles annually and exporting to more than 140 countries. With more than one million buses built globally, the brand is synonymous with innovation in zero-emission drivetrains, intelligent systems, and sustainable manufacturing.

Bus Stop Sales is a true Australian success story. From its origins as a family business, it has grown into the country’s leading independent bus and coach supplier. As the operator of Australia’s largest bus and coach sales and service facility, Bus Stop Sales combines unmatched scale with expertise, enabling it to deliver end-to-end support for operators nationwide.

Its head office in Rocklea, Queensland, lives the values of transition and carbon reduction, featuring onsite public superchargers, a Zero Emission training centre under development, a significant solar array, and an onsite battery energy storage system (BESS). These investments make Rocklea the industry’s benchmark facility and confirm Bus Stop Sales as the market leader in zero-emission bus support.

By combining King Long’s international expertise with trusted local backing, Bus Stop Sales ensures operators have confidence not only in the product but also in the long-term service and support that keep fleets on the road. And critically, this partnership supports local jobs and manufacturing across Australia and New Zealand — from body building and finishing to after-sales, service, and training.

In doing so, Bus Stop Sales and King Long are not only powering the transition to zero-emission transport but also investing in the skills and opportunities that strengthen the communities they serve.