Coach and bus operators Coach and bus operators have signalled some cautious optimism about their business prospects for 2023 in a survey carried out by trade publication, routeone, at the…
Imperial Engineering new premises Leading distributor of bus and coach parts, Imperial Engineering, has seen in 2023 with the opening of its brand new facility in Harlow, Essex, having relocated…
Engineering skill shortages Whilst a skills shortage of engineering based roles in the automotive sector is nothing new, an ageing workforce within the bus and coach sector and subsequent retirements…
Bus Recovery Grant The cost of living crisis has been a major factor in the Government’s decision to further extend the Bus Recovery Grant (BRG) until the end of March…
Zero bus emissions Buses remain the most popular form of public transport, accounting for around 50% of all passenger journeys in the UK. They are also one of the least carbon…
Hybrid and electric buses from a range of manufacturers including BYD ADL, Caetano, Optare, Volvo, Yutong and Wrightbus, have become commonplace on urban services where there are stringent environmental controls….
Maintenance for braking systems Inexpensive special tools such as measuring gauges play an essential role in maximising the service life and performance of bus disc brake systems. That’s according to…
Recovery fund The UK’s leading distributor of OE parts and components for the bus and coach sector, Imperial Engineering, has applauded the Government’s decision to extend the pandemic recovery funding…
Disc brake care Wet winter weather conditions place the spotlight on the need to ensure key vehicle systems are properly maintained to safeguard their intended service life. Disc brake assemblies,…
Established for almost sixty years and now a third-generation family business, Imperial Engineering is one of the leading distributors of OEM parts to the bus and coach sector. As the…