Neobus a.d. was a Serbian bus manufacturer which went bankrupt in 2012. It was known for producing urban, suburban, intercity, and articulated bus bodies, often mounted on Volvo, Mercedes-Benz, and MAN chassis. It was established in 1952 in Novi Sad. Production declined after the 2008 financial crisis, and went bankrupt in 2012, ending over 60 years of bus manufacturing tradition in Novi Sad.
Built on the Volvo B10MA‑55 articulated chassis, and fitted with the Neobus 405GZ body, they were produced in the 1980s and early 2000s. Their distinctive look, loud engine sound, made them a memorable part of transportation history in Serbia.
Despite their age, many of them still remain in service, usually during peak hours on high-demand routes. However, with the average age of the fleet exceeding 12 years and the increasing frequency of mechanical issues, they are becoming less reliable. While they aren't entirely scrapped yet, they are being retired as part of the fleet modernization efforts and also to improve the service quality.
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