48 Electric Bus Chargers To Be Installed In Devon, United Kingdom - CleanTechnica

Stagecoach South West is partnering with e-fleet solutions provider VEV to install 48 electric bus chargers across three strategic depot locations in Devon, United Kingdom—specifically in Torquay, Exeter, and Barnstaple. This infrastructure supports Stagecoach’s transition to an all-electric bus fleet of 110 vehicles, expected to be fully operational by 2026. The chargers will primarily serve electric buses from manufacturers Alexander Dennis, Volvo, and Yutong, replacing the current diesel fleet and marking the Torquay depot as 100% electric. These buses will provide vital public transportation across North Devon and Torbay, connecting over 100 towns and cities and serving local communities, commuters, and visitors. The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions significantly, with Stagecoach estimating the switch to electric buses will cut emissions equivalent to removing approximately 2,000 diesel cars from the road over the buses’ lifetimes. The VEV-IQ platform will optimize energy use and costs, enabling operational savings