Stagecoach is offering free travel to veterans and serving military personnel on its bus services across the UK this VE 80 Day (8 May 2025). VE Day commemorates the end of WWII in Europe on 8 May 1945. The day honours the bravery and sacrifice of those who served, and is a time for reflection, […]
ZF’s Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division is unveiling its latest electrification technology for PCVs, a new and advanced air compressor. Designed as much for efficiency as it is for smooth operation, ZF’s new e-comp Scroll is an oil-free, low-noise and minimal vibration air compression system for medium and heavy-duty hybrid, battery electric and fuel cell […]
First Bus is kicking off its celebrations for 30 years by partnering with famed trainspotter and online content creator, Francis Bourgeois. Francis recently took a trip to the company’s birthplace in Aberdeen, where he was able to embrace his love and passion for public transport, diving into the world of buses. On his tour of Aberdeen, […]
Former National Express Group CEO, Phil White, is to take the reins at Mobico, National Express’s parent company. The business’s current CEO, Ignacio Garat, has announced he is to step down from his position tomorrow (30 April 2025). The news follows Mobico’s shares plummeting over 30% after it announced the sale of its North American […]
Faresaver Buses has received two Alexander Dennis Enviro200s, its first ever new double-deckers. The pair are also the operator’s first ever double-deckers from Alexander Dennis. Two further identical vehicles are due to follow this autumn. Built to a length of 10.9m with 77 seats, the new Enviro400s are fitted with Alexander Dennis SmartPack efficiency technology […]
Suffolk-based BorderBus has placed an order for a second Volvo B8RLE MCV eVoRa. The order follows the proven performance of an identical model purchased in October 2023, which joined a 30-strong fleet comprised largely of competitor brands. The new 10.8m single-deck vehicle is being built to the same specification, and is scheduled to enter service […]
Guide Dog trainers are being offered free travel on Stagecoach East Scotland buses when travelling with Guide Dogs in training. The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association trainers train puppies and dogs to become companions for the visually impaired. In particular, the training includes travel on buses. “This commitment continues to demonstrate that we do […]
Wheelchair-accessible vehicle products specialist, Koller Engineering, is helping raise funds for St Margaret’s Hospice Care. Both the hospice and the company mark their 45th anniversaries this year. Koller is taking part in the Colour Run and Bubble Toddle 2025 in support of the hospice. Taking place at Taunton Racecourse on 17 May 2025, the event […]