Reprieve for bus operators as BRG gets a further six month extension
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…
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OEM remanufactured EBS components reduce costs without compromising on quality
Reducing the cost of electronic braking systems Today’s cost-conscious environment continues to focus attention on the need to reduce vehicle operating costs. As a result, PSV maintenance mangers face the…
Coach sector at a crossroads on zero emissions
Zero emissions A new report that highlights the challenges faced by the UK coach sector has been published by the Zero Emission Coach Taskforce (ZECT). Working backwards from a deadline…
Keeping the wheels turning with regular propshaft checks
Propshaft maintenance Mounted on the underside of the vehicle, propshafts on diesel-powered buses transmit the rotational torque from the engine via the transmission to the drive axle. At the same…
Managing the journey to zero bus emissions with effective compliance
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…
The importance of regular ‘e-compressor’ maintenance
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….
Tools for maximising brake system service life
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 funding to be extended for bus industry in England
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…
Imperial welcomes uplift in apprentices joining the bus industry
Apprenticeships With the spotlight on apprentices during February thanks to the annual National Apprenticeship Week, a number of operators have pledged their commitment to apprenticeship programmes as part of their…
Winter maintenance tips: Disc brake system care
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,…