CAROUSEL BUSES EXPANDS FLEET OF CLEAN TECHNOLOGY VEHICLES

Carousel Buses has increased the number of ultra-low emission buses in its fleet, thanks to a significant investment in green technology.

12 buses in the company's fleet have been upgraded to the latest Euro VI emission standard, through fitment of exhaust after-treatment technology which reduces emissions of harmful nitrous oxides by as much as 90%.

The £200,000 investment in retrofitting the vehicles will positively contribute to improving air quality across Buckinghamshire, and parts of Hertfordshire and Greater London.

The upgraded vehicles will go into service this month on the Chiltern Hundreds services between High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Gerrards Cross and Uxbridge.

The buses will operate on the 101, 102, 104 and 105 routes. It will take the number of Euro VI buses in the Carousel Buses fleet to 28, more than 50% of the total fleet.

Phil Southall, Managing Director of Carousel Buses, said: “This significant investment is a positive step forward in our on-going commitment to introduce more sustainable modes of transport. The introduction of more ultra-low emission vehicles will further help improve air quality in our communities and is another step in helping us build back better from the COVID-19 pandemic.”

Each bus has free Wi-Fi, luggage space, and contactless payment technology. Carousel Buses are continuing to maintain extensive cleaning regimes and high levels of hygiene to protect the health and well-being of passengers and colleagues. The regimes are carefully monitored, with a continued greater focus on high-touch areas.