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Urban design plan approved for Melbourne’s Eastern Freeway upgrades
Victoria has approved the urban design plan for Eastern Freeway upgrades between Hoddle Street and Burke Road in Melbourne. The project will add freeway capacity, bus lanes, traffic-management technology and walking and cycling connections.
South African team to test electric minibus taxis in 2023
GoMetro, MiX by Powerfleet, HSW, ACDC Dynamics and Stellenbosch University are forming a project team to test electric minibus taxis in South Africa. Trials near Stellenbosch and a national roadshow will assess operational suitability and support wider taxi-sector electrification.
2026 Driver CPC rules and fleet compliance explained
A 2026 guide explains Driver CPC’s five-year, 35-hour training requirement, the distinction between National and International CPC, requalification after expiry and how fleets can track driver compliance.
GMV to add 258 validators across Granada’s urban bus fleet
GMV will add 258 TV100 validators to Granada’s urban bus fleet, enabling boarding through middle and rear doors with card, QR and mobile payment. Deployment has begun on Line 4, with the full rollout due by mid-2027.
Peak Mobility launches range-aware depot dispatching software
Peak Mobility will demonstrate Predictive Dispatching, a PEAK.DMS extension that plans full-day vehicle blocks across electric, hybrid and diesel fleets using range, charging and depot-dwell data. The tool will be showcased at InnoTrans 2026 in Berlin.
Perth completes Australia’s largest electric-bus depot upgrade
Perth’s Karrinyup bus depot has added 56 dual chargers and 112 plugs, supporting 53 electric buses and planned expansion to 110. The upgrade is part of a A$250 million programme expanding electric-bus infrastructure across the city.
OTA vehicle updates raise cybersecurity concerns after bus investigations
Analysts and transport authorities warn that over-the-air vehicle updates could expose connected systems to cyberattacks. Investigations of Yutong buses in Norway, the UK and Denmark found potential routes to battery and power controls, while US experts urged tighter security reviews and data disclosures.
Spain’s first autonomous on-demand bus launches at Mercamadrid
Project MOBILITIES FOR EU has deployed Spain’s first autonomous on-demand bus at Mercamadrid. The fully electric shuttle uses autonomous driving and 5G connectivity to provide flexible mobility within the logistics hub.
Zonar survey finds school fleets face major 2026 readiness gaps
Zonar’s survey of 128 US student-transport leaders found only 15% of fleets fully ready for the 2026-27 school year. Staffing and route coverage were the leading challenge, while 36% planned no new technology investment.
Zonar launches reimagined Bus Suite web portal
Zonar has launched a reimagined Bus Suite web portal that has unified routing, dispatch, GPS tracking, student ridership and field-trip management into a single platform, and has introduced AI-assisted schedule adjustments and enhanced real-time route visibility for K–12 districts.
South Australia opens major electric bus charging hub
South Australia has commissioned its first major electric-bus charging hub at Morphettville, with 60 chargers and an A$9m upgrade to support 60 battery buses; the rollout has been projected to reduce emissions by about 4,500 tonnes annually.
Cummins Updates Engine DEF Inducement Calibrations
Cummins has begun updating engine calibrations to extend time before DEF inducements, increase final derate speeds for certain applications and support emissions compliance; revised calibrations have been offered for over 1.5 million medium- and heavy-duty engines across select model years.
Australia’s first locally made electric articulated bus unveiled
Volgren and Volvo have unveiled Australia’s first locally made electric articulated bus in Perth. Two 18-metre BZL Electric Articulated buses will be tested before entering Transperth service around August.
NSW commits $6.5bn for electric buses and depots
New South Wales government has committed $6.5 billion over ten years to procure at least 1,700 electric buses and construct 17 charging depots, and has included a $561.4 million transport affordability package in the state budget.
London reaches 3,000 zero-emission buses
Transport for London has marked the launch of its 3,000th zero-emission bus, has grown the fleet a hundredfold over the past decade and has expanded service to more than 200 routes, delivering estimated annual CO2 savings of 100,000 tonnes.
Scania to supply 91 electric buses to VR Sweden
Scania has agreed to supply 91 Fencer F1 battery electric buses to VR Sweden for Södertälje and Nykvarn services, which have been specified with 445 kWh batteries and 73-minute 5-95% charging times; the deal has included long-term service support.
Saucon expands 2026 webinar series for motorcoach and fleet operators
Saucon is running an expert-led webinar series on motorcoach and fleet operations, covering telematics-based driver performance, safety investigations, hours of service and marketing applications. Further sessions are scheduled throughout 2026.
San Francisco school district to deploy 104 electric buses with V2G
San Francisco Unified School District has purchased 104 electric school buses from Zum, supported by bidirectional charging infrastructure. Deployment is planned by August 2026, with the fleet expected to return about 3GWh of energy to the local grid annually during peak periods.
New and expanded bus services to improve South West Sydney connections
New and expanded bus routes will launch across South West Sydney from 5 July, including services connecting growing communities with Western Sydney Airport, schools, hospitals, transport hubs and employment precincts.
VR orders 91 Scania battery-electric buses
VR has ordered 91 Scania Fencer f1 battery-electric buses and they have been scheduled to enter service from June 2027 in Södertälje; 32 4×2 and 59 6×2 units have been specified, all with 445 kWh batteries.
Viking launches electric motor coach for guest transport in Vienna
Viking has put its first fully electric motor coach into service in Vienna, carrying up to 49 passengers. The cruise operator plans to introduce more electric coaches across Europe in the coming years.
Construction begins on Sydney electric-bus depot
Construction has begun on a $145 million Macquarie Park depot to charge 150 electric buses; it has been jointly funded by state and federal governments, contracted to Fulton Hogan and has been scheduled to be operational in 2028.
C-ITS Deployment for Public Transport in Europe
The webinar has presented operational C-ITS deployments across Germany, Czechia and Austria, has highlighted measurable benefits in travel times, timetable stability and safety, and has identified interoperability and integration as ongoing challenges.
Victoria joins Drive to Zero for zero-emission freight
Victoria has joined the Drive to Zero memorandum, committing to 100 per cent zero-emission new truck and bus sales by 2040 and a 30 per cent interim target by 2030, aligning with other national and subnational signatories.
Traton raises €850m for battery-electric vehicles
Traton has completed two transactions under its Green Finance Framework, issuing a €500m green bond and securing a €350m loan to fund battery-electric truck and bus projects across its brands; EV sales share has risen to 1.4%.
FlixBus and Green Drive launch electric intercity buses
FlixBus and Green Drive Mobility have partnered to introduce electric intercity bus services on the Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam corridor, deploying four electric buses initially and integrating FlixBus's digital ticketing with Green Drive's fleet operations for expansion in South India.
Electric bus fleets expand across five countries as managed charging pilots begin
Electric bus orders, deployments and development projects are advancing in Sweden, Italy, Brazil, Uganda and the UK. First Bus is also piloting managed charging at Glasgow and Great Yarmouth depots to support grid balancing and renewable-energy use.
SAM Act proposes federal changes for autonomous buses
Representative Kevin Kiley has introduced the SAM Act, which has proposed amending federal grant rules, funding testing and establishing a $100 million programme to accelerate deployment of ADS‑equipped buses within public transit networks.
First Bus launches smart-charging trial to support the UK grid
First Bus and Optimo Energy have launched a smart-charging trial at a Glasgow depot, with Great Yarmouth next. The scheme shifts electric-bus charging to use surplus renewable power and reduce demand at peak times, supporting grid flexibility.
Heliox pilots 480 kW Flex Pro charger at King County Metro
Heliox has piloted its 480 kW Flex Pro DC charger with King County Metro, offering modular power sharing, CCS1 and pantograph interfaces, backward compatibility, fault-tolerant operation and both Build America, Buy America‑compliant and non‑compliant versions.
ACEA and COVESA advance VSS for trucks and buses
ACEA and truck and bus OEMs have collaborated with COVESA to integrate FMS v5 into the Vehicle Signal Specification, have defined the data structure and repository branch, and have targeted an initial specification release for COVESA’s October meeting.
Hendrickson launches ELECTRAAX integrated e-axle
Hendrickson has launched ELECTRAAX, an integrated electric drive axle co-developed with Driventic for Class 6-7 buses and trucks. The system has combined axle, single-speed gearbox, motor and inverter and has been internally rated at up to 94% efficiency.
KATSANA and MARA Liner sign fleet digitalisation MoU
KATSANA has signed an MoU with MARA Liner to implement a unified fleet management and CMMS platform, aimed at enhancing visibility, preventive maintenance and operational efficiency across MARA Liner’s bus and heavy vehicle operations.
Swiss Post commissions Kempower charging at Villmergen
Swiss Post has commissioned a Kempower DC fast‑charging system at its Villmergen logistics centre and has deployed 16 charging points to charge buses and trucks; Jebsen & Jessen has supplied the technology and Repower has undertaken planning and installation.
Construction begins on Nowra electric bus facility
Construction has begun on a 6,000-square-metre Nowra facility by Foton, which has been contracted to deliver 128 electric buses for Transport for NSW’s Zero Emissions Bus programme and has projected employment to rise to 127.
De Lijn commissions its 1,000th electric bus in Flanders
Belgian transport agency De Lijn has commissioned its 1,000th electric bus and ordered more than 650 in 2025. It plans to operate 3,800 electric buses by 2035, supported by investment in charging infrastructure, software, training and maintenance.
ZF e-comp Scroll wins busplaner Sustainability Prize
ZF has won the International busplaner Sustainability Prize for its e-comp Scroll, an oil-free, low-noise electric air compressor that has been designed for medium and heavy commercial vehicles and has been engineered to reduce cost of ownership.
ZF unveils bus driveline and axle technologies at Bus2Bus
ZF has presented driveline condition‑monitoring and predictive‑maintenance software, the CeTrax 2 dual electric drive (up to 380 kW, at least 94.5 per cent efficiency) and the A134 rear axle, aimed at improving bus availability, efficiency and integration.
Saucon outlines ways for coach operators to reduce fuel costs
Saucon discusses how fuel prices affect coach operators and how driving speeds and driver behaviour can improve bus fuel economy and reduce operating costs.
Cagliari adds three hydrogen buses to electrified fleet
CTM Cagliari has deployed three hydrogen fuel-cell buses as part of a 15-vehicle procurement and has increased its electrified fleet to 236 vehicles, including 203 battery-electric buses and 30 trolleybuses, supported by 50 Level 2 and 22 DC fast chargers.
Scotland commits £45 million to deploy 334 zero-emission buses and coaches
Scotland’s third Zero Emission Bus Challenge Fund will provide £45 million towards 334 electric buses and coaches and associated charging infrastructure. Fleet operators will contribute more than £163 million, taking total project funding above £118 million in public and private investment.
Copenhagen completes transition to an entirely electric bus fleet
Copenhagen has completed its transition to a fully electric bus fleet, deploying 62 battery-electric buses on routes 5C, 19 and 350S. Movia now operates 794 electric buses, representing 72% of its total fleet.
Zonar Adds French and Spanish to Bus Suite App
Zonar has added French and Spanish language options to its Bus Suite parent app, expanding access to real-time school transport tracking and notifications for families and enabling districts to communicate more effectively.
Cuckmere Buses installs SureCam dual-view dashcams
Cuckmere Buses has upgraded its 16-seat minibuses with SureCam dual-view dashcams, enhancing connectivity, video quality and tracking; the system has provided evidence for incident resolution and has been adopted to support driver protection, monitoring and operational reporting.
UK funds 484 electric buses and charging infrastructure across England
The UK government and transport operators and authorities will invest more than £167 million to procure 484 zero-emission buses and charging infrastructure across 10 English regions, with 186 battery-electric buses planned for Sheffield.
Integrated thermal safety for electric transit fleets
moviTHERM and Troman have launched an integrated thermal-safety platform for buses, rail and paratransit, combining infrared monitoring, onboard detection and suppression to cover vehicles, depots and charging sites via a single cloud-based system.
India extends PM E-Drive localisation deadline
The Indian government has extended PM E-Drive localisation deadlines to September 2026, has allowed continued imports of traction motors and has provided manufacturers relief from supply constraints while preserving a phased push for domestic production, including electric buses.
GMV awarded $43m Los Angeles transit contract to 2030
GMV has been awarded a $43m contract to support Los Angeles’ DASH and Commuter Express through 2030, and has committed to upgrade the fleet with GMV Hub and deploy more than 300 solar-powered digital signs for real-time passenger information.
Bosch launches hydrogen fuel-cell system for buses
Bosch has unveiled a hydrogen fuel-cell system for 12–18-metre buses, including the roof-mount FCPM C100 for urban transit, and has expanded its portfolio to support longer-range, fast-refuelling public transport operations.