Diesel engine maker China Yuchai (CYI), a subsidiary of Hong Leong Asia, recently announced that 598 school buses manufactured by Changan Bus Manufacturing Co., Ltd. and all powered by Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited (GYMCL)'s YC6J190-20 engines were recently delivered to the Kuwait Public Transport Company.  

The YC6J190-20 engine is a turbocharged 6-cylinder, 6.49-litre diesel engine for both on road and off road applications. It is noted for its fuel efficiency, low noise levels, and reliability. It is suitable for coaches between 8 to 11 metres in length.

Mr Weng Ming Hoh, President of CYI, commented, "We continue to build our international sales and to penetrate the Middle Eastern bus market with sales to both the Saudi Arabian and Kuwaiti bus transportation networks. Our broad line of advanced engines continues to be preferred to propel buses in these markets due to their excellent performance, reliability and our service in these areas noted for their harsh hot temperatures."

New York-listed CYI is a leading manufacturer and distributor of engines for on-and off-road applications in China through its main operating subsidiary, Guangxi Yuchai Machinery Company Limited.