Coaches may need longer than buses to become zero emission, says DfT

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Hydrogen coaches not a commercial option, says Turners Coachways

Hydrogen coaches not a commercial option, says Turners Coachways

The DfT is asking for views on when sales of new diesel passenger road vehicles should end, and acknowledges that coaches may need longer than buses to transition to zero-emission technology.

It says that ending sales of diesel buses from 2025 to 2030 had the broadest support in its initial consultation. It is now seeking views on setting a specific date between 2025 and 2032 for ending the sale of new buses which emit pollutants at the tailpipe.

It invites evidence on suitable end dates for...

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