A high spec diesel Metrodecker left the factory last week for it's new home at @johnsonscoaches

7 years ago today I picked up York's first brand new electric bus ⚡⚡ Optare

Following a recent increase in COVID cases amongst our staff, we ceased production for a short 10-day circuit breaker last week. Staff and Aftersales operation will continue as normal. Production will re-start on February 1st.

We are saddened to hear the news that Sir Captain Tom Moore has died. He was an inspiration to his country at a time when it was needed the most. Our heartfelt condolences to his family.

New or old - the @FirstYork engineering team carry out regular inspections on our fleet. Here's one of our electric Optare Metrodecker 🚌⚡️🔋vehicles being lifted ahead of its check up. #Metrodeckerrising

Dr Andy Palmer @ Autocar Pro EV Forum: "I hope India & the rest of the world legislates urgent adoption of EV buses. Buses, delivery vehicles & taxis are the prevalent source of pollutants in urban air & the easiest to fix. I call upon all govts to expedite their replacement."

It's great to see this happening in Jakarta. thejakartapost.com/adv/2021/03/15… #collaboration #EV #sustainabletransport #electricbusfleet

We are pleased to see funds being made available to start the delivery of 4,000 new zero emission buses.

Today I've launched a £120m scheme to introduce zero emission buses 🚌 across the country. We’re inviting authorities to submit their bids for funding as we strive to decarbonise our transport network, improve air quality & #BuildBackGreener ✅ gov.uk/government/new…

Despite COVID having a severe impact on the bus industry and the amount of buses on the road over the last 12 months, we are thrilled that the Metrodeckers at Metroline have delivered 1 million electric miles!

Blue bus in the blue skies above #York. Dave from our @FirstYork engineering team is preparing one of our electric⚡️ Optare buses for its MOT this morning.

Its Thursday, you know what that means! A new video from Coach & Bus Week premieres at 1830hrs 🎉. This week's video features Sargeants and Optare. youtu.be/S3c0omnI_NI

Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with the Royal Family.

📢 NEWS: UK to cut emissions by 78% by 2035 As #COP26 Presidency, the UK has set into law the world’s most ambitious climate change target as we work tirelessly towards a net zero future. #TogetherForOurPlanet | #ClimateAction

Buying buses from China will leave us in slow lane, despite climate ambitions - Andy Palmer, Vice Chairman, Switch Mobility thetimes.co.uk/article/buying…

Our new @YorkKnightsRLFC bus is heading out for its first day in service on @FirstYork route 9. A big Thank you from me to all the people who made it possible! More local partnership for our city. York Knights Fans The Press York Stadium Leisure Complex Optare LW Graphics #WeareYork #York

Today marks 💯 days to go until #COP26 At Switch we believe that everyone has a right to be a part of the protection of our planet 🌏 That's why we're making electric transportation accessible to all bit.ly/Switch100 #TogetherForOurPlanet #NetZeroWeek2021

We are proud to be part of a global family focused on creating a better tomorrow. To discover how we're taking the next step in zero-emission transportation with Switch Mobility @SwitchEVGlobal, visit their website here: switchmobility.tech

Exciting news for Switch! Follow @switchevglobal for all the info!