Rise in sustainable coach travel online searches, says CHC
There has been a 12% year-on-year increase in Google searches related to electric and sustainable coach travel, a coach hire website has said.
Coach Hire Comparison says the rise in online interest mirrors the growing shift in the transport sector:
- ‘Eco-friendly travel’ searches rose 12%
- ‘Electric minibus hire’ increased 16%
- ‘Electric coach hire’ grew 13%
- ‘Green group travel’ saw a 250% surge
James Stokes, Managing Director at Coach Hire Comparison, said: “The surge in electric coach and minibus adoption is being matched by growing customer demand for greener travel options. We’ve seen a notable rise in people actively searching for eco-friendly transport, indicating that sustainability is becoming a key factor in decision-making. At Coach Hire Comparison, we are committed to helping travellers easily find operators that prioritise low-emission vehicles. This shift isn’t just an industry trend, it’s a necessary step toward the future of group transport.”