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Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Biker seriously injured in Wolverhampton crash with car near hospital
A motorbike rider suffered 'serious injuries' in a crash with a car near a Wolverhampton hospital. The incident took place in Wolverhampton Road, near New Cross Avenue and close to New Cross Hospital at around midday on Easter Sunday (April 20). West Midlands Police was called to the scene and Wolverhampton Road was shut off while the incident was dealt with. Read more: Husband of golf club crash victim says 'our future was snatched away in instant' National Express West Midlands confirmed it diverted three of its services around the road closure. It posted on X and said: 'Diversion - Wolverhampton Road is closed due to a police incident. 'Bus numbers 59, 69, 9 To Walsall, Ashmore Park diverted Dean Road, Wednesfield Way, New Cross Avenue, Wolverhampton Road. 'Reverse of the above in the opposite direction.' Get the latest BirminghamLive news direct to your inbox A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: 'We were called following a collision involving a car and a motorbike on Wolverhampton Road, Wolverhampton. 'It happened near New Cross Hospital just after 12pm today (April 20). 'The motorbike rider, a man, was taken to hospital with potentially serious injuries. 'The driver of the car remained at the scene and is helping with our enquiries. 'Anyone with information is asked to contact us via Live Chat on our website, or by calling 101 quoting Log 1499 of 20 April.' There was residual queuing traffic in the area according to traffic information service, Inrix, but it said all lanes have been reopened.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
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.'
BBC News
17-04-2025
- Business
- BBC News
West Midlands mayor welcomes arrival of new electric bus fleet
The mayor of the West Midlands says the region is "leading the way" on green public transport, after a fleet of new electric double decker buses was Express West Midlands has rolled out 170 new Alexander Dennis Enviro 400 double-decker vehicles as part of a £95 million firm now operates 329 electric buses in the region, meaning nearly a quarter of the fleet is now zero emissions."That means cleaner air, quieter streets and a more comfortable, reliable service for passengers," said mayor Richard Parker. National Express West Midlands said each electric bus saves an average of 61 tonnes of carbon annually, reducing carbon emissions by almost 20,000 tonnes every strategy and commercial director Antony Goozee said the new buses would help the firm on its way towards a fully zero-emission 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," he added. The operator has also completed a major infrastructure upgrade of its Yardley Wood depot, which dates back to has been modernised with a new advanced charging infrastructure "as part of ongoing efforts to future-proof its operations and ensure long-term sustainability in its services," said Mr added that an electrification upgrade of the Perry Barr depot was also due to be completed in the next few weeks."Buses are the backbone of our network, with over half a million trips made in the region each day," said Mr Parker."That's why we continue to work closely with our bus operators to decarbonise public transport and support our green transport revolution for a cleaner and healthier West Midlands, while creating a network which works for everyone." Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Bad parking on Midlands street diverts hospital bus route
Bus passengers face delays in the West Midlands today due to 'inconsiderate drivers'. Cars have been 'badly parked' on a street, meaning that buses cannot pass through the road. As a result, bus operators have had to divert the service so it continue running uninterrupted. READ MORE: Midlands cheapest and most expensive places to buy petrol Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp, click the link to join The bad parking has occurred on Glover Street in West Bromwich, according to National Express West Midlands. It has affected the No 89 route which runs along the run between West Bromwich and the Midland Met Hospital in Smethwick. The 89 will be diverting in both directions via Kendrick Way. NX West Midlands apologised to passengers affected by the disruption. Taking to X/Twitter, the operator warned of the disruption taking place today. In a message posted at 1.33pm today (March 8), the operator wrote: "Service disruption. "Due to an badly parked cars blocking Glover Street, West Bromwich. "89 will be diverting both directions by using Kendrick Way. "We apologise for any disruption to your journey."
BBC News
10-02-2025
- BBC News
Birmingham: Man struck by car in hit-and-run dies
A man has died after being struck in a hit-and-run car crash in incident happened on Audley Road, Stechford, at about 21:10 GMT on Sunday. West Midlands Police said the victim had treatment at the scene, but, despite the best efforts of paramedics, he died.A spokesperson added the driver failed to stop, and enquiries were ongoing to trace them. Det Sgt Rich Evans from the serious collision investigation team said he would urge the driver "to do the right thing and hand themselves in".He also appealed for witnesses and anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage from around the area to come Road, Flaxley Road and Iron Lane would remain shut for most of the morning, the force company National Express West Midlands said the number 14 service would be diverted in both directions via Station Road, Manor Road and Church Lane during the apologised for any inconvenience caused. Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
