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Gabrovo municipality reports successful results from its sustainable mobility project

Chariot Motors, Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva August 4, 2026

Gabrovo Municipality has officially presented the results of its Sustainable Mobility Project, implemented in partnership with Sevlievo Municipality and financed under Bulgaria’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan. With a total investment exceeding EUR 5.2 million, the project introduced innovative solutions for sustainable public transport, road safety, and the modernization of transport infrastructure. Among the project’s…

Sofia secures funding for new electric buses – Chariot Motors contributes to the modernization of public transport

Chariot Motors News, Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva July 16, 2026

The Sofia Municipality has taken a significant step toward modernizing the city’s public transport system by allocating more than EUR 41.8 million in advance funding for the implementation of existing contracts for the delivery of new trams, trolleybuses, and electric buses. The funds will be provided to the municipal operator Stolichen Electrotransport to enable the…

Electric buses are taking over urban transport networks worldwide

Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva March 20, 2026

Electric buses are experiencing significant growth on a global scale, starting in China and gradually expanding to Europe, North America, and India. In 2025, registrations of battery-powered buses over 8 tons in Europe reached 11,607 units, representing a 48% increase compared to 2024. Zero-emission buses now account for over 60% of the urban bus market…

Electric buses in public transport, trends and future

Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva March 9, 2026

Global market and growth Electric buses are rapidly becoming a cornerstone of sustainable public transport worldwide. Cities and transport operators are accelerating the replacement of diesel fleets with battery-electric buses in response to climate goals, air-quality regulations and public demand for cleaner mobility. In Europe alone, registrations of battery-electric buses have exceeded 9,300 units, and…

Municipality of Sandanski introduces modern and eco-friendly public transport

Chariot Motors, Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva February 7, 2026

The project for the development and modernization of public transport in the Municipality of Sandanski has been officially approved. As part of the initiative, three electric buses have already been delivered, one of which is supplied by Chariot Motors. Chariot electric bus is 6.8 meters long and has a capacity of 11 seated and up…

Bulgaria Ranks 7th in the EU for Electric City Buses (2021–2024)

Chariot Motors, Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva July 16, 2025

Bulgaria is making solid progress in electrifying its public transport. Between 2021 and 2024, 67% of new city buses were fully electric, placing the country in 7th place within the European Union. The next step is to consolidate and accelerate this trend through a clear national strategy and targeted investments. The path toward clean European…

Italy opens €650M tender for 600 electric buses

Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva July 10, 2025

Italy’s procurement giant, Consip, has launched a high-impact tender worth €652 million, ordering 600 battery-electric buses to support urban and interurban routes. Source: sustainable-bus.com. 🚍 Fleet Breakdown by Type & Charging Consip’s versatile specifications reflect a full spectrum of public transport needs: Minibuses (5 m & 6 m): 70 units, plug-in charging – ideal for last-mile transit Midibuses…

Europe’s Road to Zero-Emission Buses: What’s Coming by 2030?

Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva June 11, 2025

The European Commission has released a major analysis of the market readiness for zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles, outlining what needs to happen in the next five years for Europe to meet its climate targets in the transport sector. From battery-powered city buses to long-distance hydrogen coaches, here’s a clear look at where we’re headed — and…

The Global Electric Bus Market – оn the road to аaccelerated growth by 2030

Chariot Motors News, Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva April 16, 2025

The global electric bus market is moving at an accelerated pace, projected to grow from USD 17.0 billion in 2024 to USD 37.5 billion by 2030, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 14.2%. This surge is driven by a combination of factors, including stringent environmental regulations, technological advancements in battery systems, and substantial…

Electric Buses Market Trends in Europe: 2022–2024

Chariot Motors, Global NewsBy Natalia Yaneva March 9, 2025

Electric Buses Market Trends in Europe: 2022–2024 In 2022, the European electric bus market saw a total of 4,152 registrations, marking a 26% increase from the previous year. The United Kingdom led with 685 units, followed by Germany with 581 and France with 549. Notably, Yutong emerged as the top manufacturer, registering 479 buses and…

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