National Express West Midlands marks major milestone with new buses
RESIDENTS can now enjoy "smoother, quieter and greener bus journeys" thanks to a new fleet of zero-emission buses now in service across the region.
It comes as National Express West Midlands rolls out 170 new Alexander Dennis Enviro400 double-decker zero-emission buses as part of a £95 million investment to modernise its fleet, reinforcing the company's commitment to creating a more sustainable future for public transport.
The arrival of these state-of-the-art buses brings the total number of electric buses in operation to 329, meaning nearly a quarter of National Express West Midlands' bus fleet is now zero emissions.
Each electric bus saves an average of 61 tonnes of carbon annually, reducing carbon emissions by almost 20,000 tonnes every year - a significant step towards tackling climate change and improving air quality in the Midlands.
Antony Goozee, Bus Strategy and Commercial Director at National Express West Midlands, said: 'Replacing our diesel buses with electric vehicles and modernising our depots are key steps in our journey towards operating a fully zero-emission bus fleet by 2030.
"These new clean, green double-decker buses are not just about improving efficiency and reducing our environmental impact, they also deliver a better experience for our passengers with quieter, smoother and more comfortable journeys.'
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