Osaka Metro Discontinues Use of Chinese-Made Electric Buses for Expo Due to Frequent Problems
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Due to safety concerns, Japan's Osaka Metro has decided to discontinue the use of 190 Chinese-made electric buses purchased for 7.5 billion yen. The buses, originally intended for the Osaka-Kansai Expo and city transit, are being removed starting May 18th following frequent issues, including brake failures. Osaka Metro plans to seek a refund from the dealer, EV Motors Japan, which has already filed for civil rehabilitation.