Coach

I6s Efficient for Heathside Travel

Dorset based Heathside Travel has taken delivery of a new Irizar Integral i6S Efficient luxury coach. The 12.2-metre vehicle, powered by a Paccar MX11 330kW (449bhp) engine paired with ZF Ecolife automatic transmission reinforces Heathside’s commitment to delivering stylish, comfortable and environmentally conscious travel experiences. It is finished in a striking purple metallic paint with […]

Stagecoach teams up with VEV for Devon electrification

Stagecoach South West has appointed VEV to design, build and manage high-powered DC charging infrastructure across three depot locations in Devon: Barnstaple, Torquay and Exeter. The comprehensive charging network will deliver a combined capacity of 7,200kW, supporting the operator’s introduction of a fleet of 110 electric buses by early 2026. Construction has started at the […]

Irizar UK appoints Darren Fuller as Aftersales Manager

Irizar UK has appointed Darren Fuller as Aftersales Manager for Irizar e-mobility. The move is expected to further enhance the company’s customer support as demand for sustainable transport solutions continues to grow. With over 27 years of experience in the PSV and HGV sectors, Darren brings extensive technical and operational expertise to the Irizar team. […]

DfT considers next steps for PSVAR exemption – survey launches

With Medium-Term Exemptions from PSVAR due to expire on 31 July 2026, the DfT is considering what the next steps for these exemptions might be. The Department has been gathering data to support decision-making and has asked for the assistance of the UKCOA, CPT and RHA in acquiring further information, specifically about demand for home-to-school […]

Volvo B13R 9700 double-deckers are a first for Ireland

Three new Volvo B13R 9700 double-deck coaches have been delivered to County Monaghan-based Matthews Coach Hire. They are the first of their kind to enter service in Ireland. They form part of an order for five identical high-capacity double-deck coaches, with the first examples now operating across routes connecting towns including Dundalk and Drogheda with […]

New light from Durite boosts safety

Durite is launching a new LED warning light. It combines standard amber LED strobing with the HINVII system to improve visibility in low-light conditions and enhance safety for on-site personnel. HINVII (High intensity non-visible intelligent illumination) produces a distinctive purple flash to activate high-visibility materials. This makes hi-vis clothing, signs, cones and machinery glow brightly. […]

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