Bus Users UK calls for widespread coach and bus PSVAR reform
Bus Users UK has called for an overhaul of PSVAR. That includes expanding the Regulations to those small PCVs that…
Future of the coach industry: What will it look like?
The coach industry has witnessed a period of high demand since 2021, but challenges for its future remain clear. Staff…
Ascendal Group: Franchising important, bus modal shift more so
Bus franchising has major scope to improve services and grow local markets if it is implemented and funded appropriately, newly-appointed…
What scope for more scheduled coach services within Wales?
In August, Newport Transport became the latest operator to partner with FlixBus, diversifying its work into scheduled coach services between…
PSVAR: What is required, and what is practical, are very different
Things that were going to kill off the coach industry: Compulsory seatbelts. Digital tachographs. Euro IV, V and then VI.…
‘Electric vehicle training: Where are the courses and resources?’
As an individual with over 30 years’ experience in the transport industry, I find myself retired but concerned about the…
Equipped for success in a fast-paced industry
Laser Tools prides itself on staying ahead of the curve to provide workshop solutions. We hear how it is able…
Rejection of Anthony Hazell’s bid for new licence upheld on appeal
The refusal of a bid for a new three-vehicle O-Licence by former Carmel Coaches Director Anthony Hazell by Traffic Commissioner…
Transport policy on the countdown to the general election
Little separates UK's two main parties when it comes transport policy, writes our Westminster insider Somebody asked me recently if…
Glen Valley Tours: ‘Can I cut a hole in the side of it?’
The COVID-19 pandemic provided a pause, giving many coach operators an opportunity to consider the future direction of the business.…
