Fuzzy logic, meets today’s coaches and buses
I was fortunate to attend a fascinating conference in Birmingham, about artificial intelligence (AI). Some operators are already claiming that…
‘Red Routes and LEZ – a double dichotomy’
We all want to improve the air we that we breathe, but the solutions need to be practical Trial starts…
Busways: The silent revolution
One of the themes I mentioned in my Presidential inauguration speech was the need for the industry to showcase what…
Conferences and dinners at work
It’s that time of year again. The conference and dinner season. I know people tend to have polarised views. Some…
Bendy bus blunder?
Now Birmingham has secured the 2022 Commonwealth Games, the city council and West Midlands Combined Authority are kick-starting the Sprint…
DVLA delays
Being of a certain age, my road has certain statutory benefits and obstacles; one is an annual Class 6 medical.…
Coaches is not a nine-to-five job
It’s time that main dealers realised that coach operation is 24 hours a day, seven days a week. A few…
Continue to engage at all levels
My year as CPT President ends shortly. It is a huge honour to represent the industry’s trade association and I…
Life on the duel carriageway
‘Shouldn’t the title be ‘dual carriageway’? I hear you ask. No, I chose my words carefully, because many drivers’ everyday…
Lessons from Budapest
Peter Bradley of the London Tourist Coach Operators Association (LTCOA) reflects on London coach challenges after a carefree trip to…