The Dalian division of FAW Bus and Coach Co., Ltd. held a ceremony on June 23 to celebrate the initial delivery of 30 Yuanzheng brand model CA6105SQ1 municipal transit buses to the Dalian Tongheng Public Transit Company. This latest delivery to Dalian Tongheng can be attributed to the Dalian division's solid reputation for quality and philosophy of building long-term relationships in the public transport industry.

Representing the latest in municipal bus design, the attractive CA6105SQ1 city bus includes a modern and comfortable interior, outstanding maneuverability, powerful and efficient powertrains, and world class safety features. The bus¡¯s robust frame design, excellent utilization of space, and advanced assembly techniques all contribute to a stronger, durable, and safer product. Its ergonomically designed wrap-around instrument panel with adjustable steering column provides drivers with excellent access to controls and gauges. Dual pneumatically-actuated inward folding doors with specially designed grab handles offer passengers added convenience when boarding and exiting. Non-slip safety-yellow interior railing with hanging hand loops provides for a safer and comfortable experience.

The Dalian Tongheng Public Transit Company, a subsidiary of Hong Kong-based Tongheng Group Corporation, operates 3 bus routes and 160 buses within Dalian¡¯s public transportation sector that carry over 60,000 passengers each year. The sales staff and engineers of FAW Bus and Coach's Dalian division have worked closely with Dalian Tongheng to develop product that meets their unique needs and requirements. Tongheng Group's three municipal bus operations in the cities of Dalian, Fushun, and Wuhan have plans to update their fleets with a combined total of 300 new buses from FAW Bus and Coach's Dalian division within the next two years at an estimated cost of 80 million (RMB) Yuan (US $10 million).

The Dalian division of FAW Bus and Coach Co., Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of FAW Group, is a quality manufacturer of municipal transit buses, intercity buses, and luxury tourist coaches.

FAW Group is a leading global manufacturer of quality passenger cars, trucks, and buses. Established in 1953, the company is China's oldest and largest automotive group. Annual sales exceed one million units.