The importance of a winter plan to coach and bus operation
Winter brings several challenges for the coach and bus sector. For bus operators, passenger numbers – and thus revenue –…
PCV driving test numbers in long-term fall but pass rate increasing
The number of PCV driving tests being taken in Great Britain lags well behind volumes seen in previous decades although…
Coach rates in 2025: Looking for bright spots amid industry change
At the close of 2024 routeone heard concerns from one independent operator that rates were struggling to keep up with…
Zero-tolerance attitude towards harassment is imperative for industry
Coach and bus operators must be proactive in taking action against the issue of sexism and misogyny in all its…
Coach and bus safety: The tools of the trade
According to Department for Transport statistics, coach and bus are approximately on a par with the car when it comes…
Reptons Coaches: Perseverance, long hours, and some good luck
Andy Repton loves what he does at Reptons Coaches. But in the 38 years since changing career and buying a…
Coach sector fears allayed as Dorset ‘tourist tax’ scheme halted
The Managing Director of Alfa Travel has welcomed news that the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government…
Fossil diesel, HVO and oil all up in December 2024, Portland finds
After closing November 2024 at US$73 per barrel, Brent crude futures remained relatively stable in December 2024, climbing gradually to…
The Big Coach Conversation to be staged in Derby on 27 March
The Big Coach Conversation will be staged on Wednesday 27 March at Derbyshire County Cricket Club in Derby. The event…
First Yutong GTe14 electric coach deliveries made to retail buyers
The first Yutong GTe14 battery-electric tri-axle coach deliveries to retail buyers have been made, with Wattsway Travel and Westway Coach…
