NEWS THIS WEEK: Dublin begins testing electric buses, FTA allocates $20 million funding & New Lime report urges 10,000 e-bike parking bays in London

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Dublin begins testing first batch of battery electric buses

The arrival of nine out of the 120 ordered vehicles marks a crucial milestone in Dublin’s ambitious plan to replace a third of the city’s urban bus fleet with zero-emission technologies within the next two years. Read more.

FTA allocates $20 million to boost public transit in distressed communities

FTA allocates $20 million to enhance public transit in 47 distressed communities, creating job opportunities and improving accessibility for residents in low-income areas through targeted studies based on Census data. Read more.

New Lime report urges 10,000 e-bike parking bays in London by 2025

Through this report, Lime aims to advocate for a comprehensive London-wide e-bike regulation framework, emphasising the importance of expanding e-bike parking bay locations to meet the increasing demand for sustainable transportation. Read more.

Metlink announces new fares for children and young adults from September 2023

Metlink’s new fare changes in the Wellington region, starting from 1 September 2023, offer increased accessibility and affordability for children and young adults, promoting sustainable transportation choices. Read more.

Greater Manchester unveils ambitious Bus Strategy for a greener, inclusive future

Greater Manchester sets out an ambitious Bus Strategy to increase patronage, focusing on affordability, improved infrastructure, as well as inclusivity for a greener, fairer and more prosperous transit future. Read more.

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