AN INDEPENDENT bus company has begun trials of 16 seat minibuses on its routes around the Dengie peninsula.
Stephensons has introduced its new minibus to its D4 route between Burnham and Bradwell-on-Sea.
The first model to be tested will be the Mercedes CityBus 45 with EVM bodywork, followed by the full Evobus City 45 built by Mercedes Benz.
Bill Hiron, Managing Director of Stephensons, said: “Many of our rural routes need bigger buses, since even though lightly loaded during the day, they carry larger numbers at school times.
“However, we have a number of services where even at peak periods, loadings are lower, and with the potential for lower purchasing and fuel costs, it makes sense for us to try these new products.”
Both models tested are fully wheelchair accessible. To provide feedback for Stephensons, email customerservices@stephensonsofessex.com.
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