Taruk, Mexico’s First Electric Bus, Begins Trials in Morelia

Taruk, the first fully electric bus entirely designed and manufactured in Mexico, has entered trial service in Morelia, Michoacan.  Taruk—which means “roadrunner” in the Yaqui language—will operate for one week on a trial basis along the city’s peripheral loop road. 

The zero-emission bus is manufactured by Megaflux Irina, and is being showcased as part of a phased testing program across several states. In April, it was similarly launched on a trial basis in Tepic, Nayarit, just one month after receiving the “Hecho en México” distinction from Minister of Economy Marcelo Ebrard.

According to Omega Vázquez Reyes, Federal Coordinator for the Ministry of Economy in Michoacan, the rollout serves as a public demonstration of Mexico’s capacity to develop and produce advanced electric transportation technology.

“For a long time, it did not matter who did what, or where. Today, we understand that promoting Mexican-made products, innovation, and technology—while protecting the environment and improving people’s quality of life—is essential for our economy,” she said. Vázquez—who serves as a federal official—framed the trial within the broader context of government-led electrification efforts underway across the country.

“President Claudia Sheinbaum initiated this in Mexico City during her tenure as head of government. Secretary Marcelo Ebrard also advanced it during his time leading the capital. Now, as part of a federal strategy, Mexican technology will reach the entire country—and Morelia can be a leading national example,” she emphasized.