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Buenos Aires Begins All‑Electric Trambus Pilot on Juan B. Justo

Payments start via bank cards, with SUBE support planned after full integration.

Overview

  • The test‑drive phase began on November 17 along the Juan B. Justo Metrobus corridor to train drivers and validate the technology.
  • The T1 corridor from Nueva Pompeya to Aeroparque is slated for a 2026 launch with up to 40% faster trips and connections to five subway lines plus key commuter rail links.
  • Plans include exclusive lanes, telemetry‑based signal priority and 71 stops, with 11 signature stations at major transfer hubs.
  • Vehicles are 100% electric and fully accessible, offering air conditioning, Wi‑Fi, USB ports and safety tech including ADAS, DMS, onboard cameras and digital mirrors.
  • During the pilot, fares are paid by credit, debit or contactless systems, with SUBE and an automatic Subte transfer discount expected once the service is integrated; published reports differ on capacity, range and fleet size.