The Foton Toano electric minibuses, which accommodate 17 passengers, have been introduced in Dushanbe. These modern and comfortable vehicles feature ergonomic seats, a spacious luggage compartment, stylish design, and a high level of safety. They are equipped with air conditioning, a multifunctional steering wheel, and a multimedia system.
Ahmar Limited Liability Company (LLC) has brought the electric minibuses to Dushanbe. “We are currently launching six minibuses. Soon, there will be many more," Ahmar LLC top manager said in an interview with Asia-Plus. “We are already the official distributor of Foton in Tajikistan, and we can import these models for other needs as well.”
The Foton Toano is powered by an 80-kilowatt battery, allowing it to travel about 350 kilometers on a single charge. This range enables the minibuses to serve passengers for several full working days without needing to recharge.
Recall, Tajik President Emomali Rahmon in December 2021 proposed to completely waive taxes and customs duties on imports of electric vehicles — electric cars, electric buses, trolleybuses, etc.
He instructed the government to take measures to provide infrastructure and other necessary conditions for the use of such vehicles in the country.
The gradual increase in electricity generation in Tajikistan reportedly allows increasing the number of electricity-powered vehicles in Tajikistan. Tajik officials say this will reduce the country's dependence on oil-exporting countries.
