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Scottish bus operator Lothian has announced an order for 50 new Volvo BZL Electric double deck buses<\/strong>, each with MCV bodywork<\/strong>, for Scotland\u2019s capital city Edinburgh. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At an investment of over \u00a324million, Lothian will introduce these new vehicles in two batches across 2024, with the first vehicles appearing on Edinburgh\u2019s streets in early spring. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lothian – Volvo – MCV for Edinburgh e-buses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The delivery of cleaner and greener buses into the fleet is key to Lothian\u2019s \u2018Driving towards Net Zero\u2019 environmental strategy, launched last week<\/strong>. The strategy outlines the company\u2019s plans for ongoing investments in zero tailpipe emission buses and infrastructure across the next decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 50 Volvo BZL Electric double decks will offer improved comfort and quieter journeys, each accommodating over 70 passengers and featuring Wi-Fi, high back seats and handy USB charging points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drivers will also benefit from a calm and quiet workspace which reduces stress, whilst a camera-based mirror system improves vision in all conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new buses will be powered by Volvo\u2019s pure electric driveline which comprises a 200kW electric motor coupled to a two-stage automated gearbox<\/strong>. Each vehicle has been specified with five lithium-ion batteries giving the maximum 470kWh of onboard energy storage \u2013 offering a range up to 300km depending on operating conditions, as the manufacturer claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They will be charged overnight at new charging stations being installed within the company\u2019s Annandale Street garage<\/strong>. Once plugged in, a full charge takes 3-4 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lothian introducing further 50 zero-emission double-decker buses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sarah Boy<\/strong>d, Managing Director of Lothian, said: \u201cWe are delighted to be working with Volvo Buses to introduce a fleet of 50 zero emission double decks to our fleet. Lothian continues to support the Scottish Government and City of Edinburgh Council\u2019s strategies to improve local air quality, and this level of investment ensures that we as a business are playing our part in improving air quality across the city. These buses are not only fitted with the latest zero tailpipe emission drivelines; they also offer an enhanced customer experience for the millions of passengers who choose to travel with us every week.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Domenico Bondi<\/strong>, Managing Director of Volvo Bus UK & Ireland, added: \u201cLothian put our BZL Electric demonstrator through its paces for more than four months, and it performed fantastically. Feedback was universally positive \u2013 from drivers, passengers, and Lothian management \u2013 plus the vehicle\u2019s range was more than sufficient for a full day\u2019s operation in Edinburgh, proven on even the coldest of winter days. It is a huge privilege to secure this landmark electric bus<\/a> order from Lothian, and we are confident the BZL Electric will play a pivotal role in supporting our customers ambitious net-zero strategy<\/strong>, which resonates strongly with Volvo\u2019s own ambition to create zero-emission cities. We look forward to continuing our partnership and working closely with Lothian to achieve our common goal of a greener, more sustainable tomorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Scottish bus operator Lothian has announced an order for 50 new Volvo BZL Electric double deck buses, each with MCV bodywork, for Scotland\u2019s capital city Edinburgh. At an investment of over \u00a324million, Lothian will introduce these new vehicles in two batches across 2024, with the first vehicles appearing on Edinburgh\u2019s streets in early spring. 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