Posts

Showing posts from November, 2023

Featured Post

First Bus and FlixBus Launch Five-Year Partnership

Image
First Bus and FlixBus have announced a five-year partnership that will see eight new or expanded coach routes launching across the UK from next year, strengthening long-distance travel options nationwide. The collaboration marks a major milestone for both companies, with First Bus furthering its reach into the intercity coach market and FlixBus doubling down on its UK expansion.

Liverpool to Wirral Late Night Bus Set to Return in December

Image
People of Liverpool and the Wirral, rejoice! Mayor Steve Rotheram has just unwrapped an early Christmas present for late-night commuters and shift workers alike: the revival of a cross river night bus service. Tom Harrison (Bus Ambassador) In a move aimed at enhancing convenience for the Liverpool City Region, this nocturnal journey is set to re-enter the scene from the 8th December 2023, providing a lifeline for those working or enjoying the city's nightlife during the early hours. Operated by Stagecoach, the N1 will roll into action just before midnight every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, traversing the Mersey Tunnel until approximately 5am. Mayor Rotheram, in collaboration with local campaigners, students, and the hospitality industry, has championed the return of this vital service, which faced suspension during the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the Liverpool City Region, said, “We’re about to enter the busiest time of the year for our visit

You WON'T BELIEVE What Happens When You Ride the Bus through the Mersey Tunnel to Liverpool

Image
Strap yourselves in folks because we’re about to embark on a whirlwind adventure! Don’t go splashing out on any exotic holidays just yet - save your money for an epic ride of a lifetime! No, not Disney World - the bus journey through the Mersey Tunnel to Liverpool. What could be more thrilling than diving into the underwater realm right in your own backyard?! The Cross River bus that goes "Under the River" (Bus Ambassador) The Number One Reason You Should Do It? The Suspense. There's a bone-chilling thrill to gliding beneath the surface of the River Mersey in a state-of-the-art subaquatic carriage (AKA the bus), much like the impending excitement of bungee jumping, or your first date. Anything could happen! You wrestle your way on board one of these wondrous aluminium beasts and be prepared to have your heart racing faster than your average post-Christmas-sale rush! Your bus ticket won’t just be your fare, but a golden ticket to a magical subterranean world that even Alic

Wrightbus to Bolster London's Green Fleet with 34 New Electroliner Buses

Image
Wrightbus, the pioneering manufacturer behind the world's most efficient battery electric double deck bus, is gearing up to expand its green footprint in London. Wrightbus The company has recently clinched a substantial order to deliver 34 additional StreetDeck Electroliner buses to Arriva in the capital. These new additions to London's electric fleet will undoubtedly help to revolutionise public transport, bringing an additional wave of sustainable and eco-friendly commuting to the city. The StreetDeck Electroliner: A Game Changer in Electric Transport Wrightbus's StreetDeck Electroliner has quickly become a trailblazer in the realm of electric buses. Combining cutting-edge technology with efficiency, these buses boast an impressive range and ultra-fast recharge times. Official assessments conducted by UTAC using the ZEMO-accredited Ultra Low Emission Bus (ULEB) test have revealed outstanding results. The Electroliner achieved a remarkable energy consumption rate of just 0