Next Modular Vehicles‘ electric pods will be tested by on-demand transit van provider Wayla in Milan, that started operation in late 2024.
The modular vehicles are set to be manufactured starting this year, in the Tecnobus factory, close to Rome.
In mid-December 2024 Next presented the generation of its modular pod for passenger transportation. Also the collaboration with Wayla was announced during the same event.
Next modular pods on a trial with Wayla
In the name of modularity, the Next capsules can operate as a single ‘wagon’ or connect to other modules according to real-time transport demand. During peak hours, the vehicle can connect to other ‘pods’ to cope with increased demand. During less congested hours, the configuration can adapt to a shorter and lighter trim, optimising energy use and planning for future demand.
The vehicle configuration for Wayla’s fleet will allow the transport of nine seated passengers plus driver. In addition, there will be a 900-litre interior cargo compartment for bags and luggage. The configurations set to be used by Wayla are named Next Vision MaaS and Next Vision Lounge.
Next startup is the creator of a three-meter-long module with the aim of revolutionizing the concept of mobility.
Source: Sustainable Bus Weekly
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