2,000th UK Yutong is delivered
As reported in B&CB issue 1702 (2 May 2025), Pelican Yutong has sold its 2,000th Yutong vehicle in the UK. The landmark coach, a GT12, has now...
Stagecoach plans first fully-electric depot
Stagecoach has announced plans for its first fully-electric fleet and depot in Stockton-on-Tees. The fully electric operation forms the blueprint for...
Trade at the UK Coach Rally
As well as the glittering entries and heated competition at the UK Coach Rally, there was also the chance to speak to and see the wears of several...
Obituary – Phillip Hodgson 1944 – 2025
On 13 April 2025, Phil Hodgson, Pelican Bus and Coach’s recently retired South of England Sales Manager passed away at the age of 80. After working...
Electric coaches start work with Scottish Citylink
Scottish Citylink has introduced two new electric coaches on one of its most popular routes. The new 53-seat Yutong GTe14 coaches have gone into...
Yutong electric ‘deckers launched by Xplore Dundee
A new fleet of 12 electric Yutong U11DD double-deckers has been unveiled by Xplore Dundee today (28 march 2025). The £8.4 million investment by...
First reveals electrified Somerset depot
First’s Weston-super-Mare depot has now been transformed to electric power. The West of England’s first electrified bus depot has been...
Hereford Zipper electric Yutong bus success hailed
Since their launch over one year ago, Hereford’s Zipper buses have achieved pleasing ridership figures, according to Hereford City Council....