Number of new buses, coaches and minibuses on UK roads up a third

SMMT: Sector continues to lead road transport decarbonisation with ZEVs representing a fifth of registrations YTD

The number of new buses, coaches and minibuses joining UK roads grew by a third (36.1%) between July and September, according to new figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

A total of 2,367 new registrations were made during quarter three, completing six consecutive quarters of market growth. It reflects a gradual rise in passenger levels following historic lows during the pandemic, with ridership supported by the Bus Fare Cap Grant.

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