Oxford and Coventry announce plans for all-electric bus fleets

Oxford and Coventry are set to become the first UK cities to run their bus fleets entirely on electric energy through a Department for Transport competition to improve air quality and reduce emissions across England.

The proposals could see both cities receive a £50 million (US$68 million) injection to replace fleets and install new infrastructure, such as charging stations and electric grid updates.

Speaking on the announcement, West Midlands Mayor Andy Street said: "Turning all of Coventry’s bus fleet electric is not only a major boost to public transport in the city, but it will also help tackle the climate emergency we face both here in the West Midlands and the wider UK."

The £...