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 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 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…
The Ministry of Education and Science has announced a public tender, which envisages the staged purchase of electric buses over the next four years, depending on the particular needs of each municipality. The expected total value of the bus purchase is BGN 23 million. The public tender is divided into 10 separate sections depending on…
Bulgaria is holding negotiations with the European Investment Bank (EIB) to finance a project for replacing the buses used in the country’s urban transport with electric buses. This was announced by Finance Minister Asen Vasilev, who attended the Bank’s Bulgarian annual results presentation, as reported by the Bulgarian National Television (BNT). According to him, if…