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Falcon Coaches partners with VEV to decarbonise Surrey’s bus fleet and upgrade the UK’s transport network
Falcon Coaches is electrifying its fleet with 13 new electric buses, set for delivery in 2026, with VEV.VEV is upgrading the West Byfleet depot, adding a 1.5 MVA grid to support 35 electric buses.Surrey...
Kempower continues charging network expansion across Europe with Austrian bus partnership
Kempower supports NIGGBUS in electrifying ten buses by 2025, reducing 680 tons of annual CO₂ emissions.The company’s fast-charging solutions ensure efficient operation with 10 Satellites and 2 Power Units installed.Kempower is expanding across Europe...
New Irizar electric buses bring new tram-like tech to London’s Route 358
London’s Route 358 now has 20 advanced electric buses by Irizar with fast six-minute pantograph charging for efficient operation.The buses offer USB ports, safety enhancements, and advanced features like cameras and speed-limiting technology for...
VEV and Stagecoach collaborate to power over 150 electric buses across the UK
VEV is installing high-power charging and solar power systems across four Stagecoach depots, supporting over 150 electric buses.Stagecoach is testing a shared charging hub in Aberdeen to increase charger efficiency by allowing third-party use.The...
Transforming school transport: First Student hits 4 million electric school bus miles
First Student has driven over 4 million miles on electric school buses, improving safety and reducing noise.The company’s First Charge technology speeds up electrification by cutting installation costs and eliminating trenching needs.First Student plans...
India to deploy 100,000 electric buses by 2030
Bharat Urban Megabus Mission will introduce 100,000 electric buses in major cities across India by 2030.The government targets 60% of motorised trips via public transport and 50% by walking or cycling.With a 1.75 lakh...
First Bus orders 30 electric bus conversions from NewPower, kick-starting Wrightbus’s conversion career
Wrightbus's NewPower converts diesel buses to electric, offering a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to new electric buses.First Bus has ordered 30 converted buses, reducing CO2 emissions by 2,100 tonnes annually and supporting their...
Wrightbus launches NewPower to convert 500 diesel buses to electric annually in the UK
Wrightbus's NewPower initiative aims to replace diesel engines with zero-emission electric powertrains, decarbonising bus fleets cost-effectively.The conversion process takes three weeks, handles six buses at a time, and allows up to 500 annual conversions.Wrightbus...
Equipmake continues to convert as it upgrades 10 Golden Tours buses to electric in London
Equipmake contracts Golden Tours to convert ten London tour buses to electric using ZED technology.Conversion emphasises sustainability and efficiency, featuring advanced thermal management and cost-effective repowering.Partnership follows initial £2 million order, expected to save...
First Bus opens its rapid-charging bus depot to the public
First Bus unveils innovative EV charging hub in Summercourt, Cornwall, with eight rapid-charging points.Users and local businesses can access rapid charging at 69p per kWh, aiding in the transition to electric vehicles.With a £1...
UK government invests £143 million in electric buses to improve public transport
UK government invests £143 million in nearly a thousand new electric buses.Priority given to rural areas to improve public transport networks.Initiative aims to support UK jobs, boost the economy, and pave the way for...
Volvo introduces a pivotal advancement in electric bus technology: The BZR Electric platform
Volvo Buses introduces BZR Electric platform: A huge step in electric bus technologyAdaptable design targets intercity and commuter operations globallyFocus on safety and versatility sets new standards in emobilityThe Volvo BZR Electric Platform is...
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SWARCO Smart Charging unveils electric bus charging hub at crucial Sheffield interchange in the UK
SWARCO Smart Charging unveils Electric Bus Charging Hub at Sheffield InterchangeHub features four 100kW CCS chargers, capable of charging eight buses simultaneouslyInitiative supported by UK government funding, part of South Yorkshire's move towards zero-emission...
Touring in style: City Sightseeing Oxford unveils its fully electric bus fleet
City Sightseeing Oxford unveils entirely electric bus fleet during English Tourism Week.Transition signifies a significant step towards sustainability in public transport.Investment highlights commitment to Oxfordshire's visitor economy, with enhanced passenger features and safety measures.City...
Tootbus teams up with VEV to save over 15,000 kg in carbon emissions per year across London bus operations
Tootbus teams up with VEV for a 15,567kg annual carbon emission reduction goal.Aiming to convert 30+ buses to electric by 2029, with three already transitioned.VEV provides 100% renewable power, ten chargers, and a solar...
Electric bus trailblazer, KleanBus, expands its emobility expertise with the launch of KleanDrive
KleanBus expands beyond the electric bus sector into KleanDrive, providing electrification for various vehicles.'ePowertrain Module' offers a quick, cost-effective shift to zero-emission fleets.The launch marks a major step toward sustainable mobility and positive change.KleanBus...
Transport UK Group and Wrightbus unite to propel zero emissions buses across London
Wrightbus energises Abellio's Transport for London lineup with 80 zero emissions buses, including 24 GB Kite and 56 StreetDeck Electroliners.The 2024 Kite models set the safety bar high, while StreetDeck Electroliners features cutting-edge interiors,...
Kleanbus urges UK Government to prioritize electric buses
Kleanbus’s cost-effective repowered electric buses offer an affordable alternative to new electric buses.Rapid conversion to electric fleets can significantly reduce harmful emissions and combat air pollution.Increased funding and support are crucial for a successful...
