G-Line Holidays adds two more Mercedes-Benz Tourismo coaches
G-Line Holidays of Lytham St Annes has added a pair of Mercedes-Benz Tourismo coaches to its fleet, supplied by Daimler Buses UK.
They are 12m, two-axle examples, with and each having 49 seats in Luxline upholstery. To that are added drop-down tables, footrests, and USB charging points.
Further parts of the package across both coaches are rear-view cameras, peripheral lighting on the exterior and the usual safety items including Active Brake Assist 6, Sideguard Assist 2, Traffic Sign Assist, and full compliance with the General Safety Regulation.
The newcomers complement a variety of two- and three-axle Tourismos previously supplied to G-Line Holidays, which delivers over 200 tour options per year to a diverse client base.
Power is from the OM 470 engine developing 422bhp coupled to the ZF EcoLife six-speed automatic gearbox.
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Three Forveda Mobility minibuses supplied to East Lothian Council
East Lothian Council has taken delivery of three Forveda Mobility minibuses built on the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter base vehicle, supplied by EVM UK.
Access is via the OEM passenger door and a three-stage step, while at the rear the original 270-degree doors are retained and a passenger lift is fitted. 16 seats with three-point belts are provided along with hard-wearing Tarabus non-slip flooring.
In-dash and roof-mounted air-conditioning is part of the package, and the passenger area also has a separate heater. Speakers are within the saloon ceiling, while the driver benefits from a multimedia unit with a 10-inch screen and a reversing camera.
The Sprinter 515CDi base vehicle is used, including the 9G-Tronic automatic gearbox. Externally the minibuses are finished in arctic white.
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EVM to showcase range at Scotland roadshow on 24-25 February
EVM will showcase members of its accessible minibus and small coach ranges to operators, local authorities and community transport organisations in Scotland on 24 and 25 February when it hosts a roadshow at the Doubletree by Hilton Glasgow Strathclyde in Bellshill.
Six vehicles will be present, with Area Sales Manager Lorna Miller and Business Development and Market Strategy Manager Tim Griffen both on hand among other industry experts with the supplier to engage with visitors. The products to be shown are:
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- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Tribus M1 minibus, capable of carrying eight seated passengers or four wheelchair users
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter EVM Cityline low-floor 16-seat accessible minibus – which is available in diesel or as the battery-electric e-Cityline
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Forveda Mobility 16-seat accessible minibus
- Karsan e-JEST 12-seat battery-electric microbus that uses a BMW drivetrain
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter EVM X-Clusive luxury minicoach highlighting the converter’s offering in the high-end field
- AOS Grand Toro midicoach, which seats up to 37 and will give guests the opportunity to learn more about the upcoming Grand Toro II.
Attendance is free and the event will give visitors the opportunity to discuss key industry topics and take a close look at vehicles that EVM believes “are integral options for councils and transport fleets in 2026 and beyond.”
Ms Miller will provide a product overview and demonstration of each of the models present, while Mr Griffen will deliver a seminar on funding and market trends. The supplier’s wider sales team responsible for northern UK regions will also be present.
EVM notes how a similar roadshow was staged in 2025 and was successful. Ms Miller adds how the 2026 gathering “is about supporting the industry in a way that feels welcoming and informal.”
She continues: “It is important to us that everyone feels relaxed and part of the day. We have got a strong line-up of industry professionals joining us to talk all things bus with guests from community transport, local authorities and bus service operators.
“Last year’s event was a real success, and this year’s is one we are especially excited about – with great hospitality and a fantastic vehicle showcase.”
Each day will operate two sessions, the first between 1000-1245hrs and the second from 1300-1545hrs. Tickets can be booked online, and food and refreshments will be provided.