Hire purchase with Asset Alliance Group delivers for Teulu Travel
Hire purchase has proved its worth for Teulu Travel of Trealaw, which earlier in 2025 took delivery of a new Temsa HD13 coach on that basis via an agreement with Asset Alliance Group.
It is the first collaboration between the two businesses and the Temsa has worked across the summer season, the Rhondda Cynon Taf operator reports. The firm previously bought used vehicles outright, but director Dorian Chapman notes how work with Asset Alliance has allowed it to introduce its first factory-fresh coach.
“The new Temsa will require less maintenance than the older vehicles it replaces, deliver improved reliability, and if there is an issue, we have peace of mind that it is covered by the manufacturer’s warranty,” says Mr Chapman.
Asset Alliance observes that use of hire purchase allows operators to gain the benefits of ownership while spreading the costs over a fixed term.
VAT is either paid in full at the outset and reclaimed or can be deferred in line with the customer’s next VAT return, so it does not negatively affect cash flow. The supplier adds that hire purchase is also tax efficient and can be offset against an operator’s capital allowance.
Says National Sales Manager Scott Burke: “I had the pleasure of meeting Dorian at his premises to fully understand the business and its objectives, and we quickly built a rapport. I am delighted to have onboarded Teulu Travel as an Asset Alliance Group customer and wish it safe travels with the new vehicle.”
Alongside the Temsa, Asset Alliance has facilitated the arrival of a used Neoplan Tourliner. Teulu Travel is named after the Welsh word for family, and to that end, the Temsa and the Neoplan recently gained names added to their fronts by local firm Dab Hand Signs.
Those match the cherished registration marks, with the HD13 christened Jason after Mr Chapman’s son and the Tourliner named Lady Pauline in honour of his late mother.
The vehicles join a 20-strong fleet that is utilised across a wide variety of work from home-to-school to European tours.
Teulu Travel also has a connection to the showbiz world via one of Mr Chapman’s previous ventures. It supplied the vehicle that was used by Dave’s Coaches throughout the TV series Gavin and Stacey. The operator now runs guided tours of locations around Barry featured in the show in partnership with Brit Movie Tours.
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EVM and Ilesbus are latest to commit to Euro Bus Expo 2026
EVM and Ilesbus are further major suppliers to confirm their places at Euro Bus Expo 2026, underlining strong demand for vehicle space ahead of the coach and bus industry’s leading trade show returning to the NEC Birmingham on 3-5 November 2026.
The floorplan includes 18 vehicle display sites, a 14% increase on 2024. With just over a year to go, most of those are already reserved – a faster rate of uptake than at the same stage in the previous event cycle.
Confirmed other names include BASE Coach Sales, Coachtraders, GM Coachwork, Irizar UK, London Hire, Minibus Options, PHVC Minibus Leading and Fleet Suppliers, Pelican Bus and Coach, TBC Conversions, VDL Bus Group and Wrightbus, with discussions well underway with several further suppliers.
The miniplus Zone, dedicated to exhibitors of small and mid-size vehicles, has grown after strong early demand saw the space initially allocated sell out. That further demonstrates the building momentum for Euro Bus Expo, says organiser Diversified UK and Europe.
Adds Event Director Helen Conway: “It is a fantastic position to be in so far ahead of the show. With rapid take-up of the increased vehicle space and a strong pipeline of vehicle suppliers interested in exhibiting, Euro Bus Expo continues to prove itself the UK’s established platform for the coach and bus industry.”
For operators, the buoyant manufacturer commitment means unrivalled access to a wide range of vehicles tailored to the domestic market, providing the chance to review options and plan fleet investment efficiently.
In addition to a strong vehicle exhibitor showing, Euro Bus Expo continues to provide a cost-effective way to explore technology, equipment and services from across the coach and bus sector, with free entry for all trade visitors.
Recently confirmed exhibitors include Drivetech, Elydium, Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions, Hanover Displays, IntSol Recruiment, Luxvision, Microlise, Systrans (an Equans company), The Bridge Group, Vogelsang, and Wrightsure Insurance Services.
With over 200 suppliers expected in total, Euro Bus Expo 2026 is once again shaping up to be the must-attend event for the UK coach and bus industry.
Opportunities to exhibit are filling quickly. Those interested in taking part should act now to secure their place by contacting Commercial Manager Martin Laverton via email. Find out more information on Euro Bus Expo 2026 by visiting the event website.
Johnson Brothers Tours adds two Irizar i6S Efficient integrals
Johnson Brothers Tours of Worksop has taken delivery of two Irizar i6S Efficient integral coaches, supplied by Irizar UK.
One of the arrivals is a 12.9m, two-axle vehicle that seats 53. It carries Just Go! Decals on a white base colour. A drinks machine has been installed adjacent to the courier position.
The other addition is a 13.2m tri-axle model that is in Johnsons Brothers' trademark blue livery applied by S&G Coachworks. Like the smaller coach, it is a 53-seater. What the dealership terms a drinks cupboard solution has been integrated into the central decency screen.
Common across both vehicles is specification of a floor-mounted rear toilet, wood-effect flooring, and a Bosch Smart Series audio system. Seats are equipped with drop-down tables and three-point belts, while USB charging points are provided.
On the exterior are black tinted privacy glazing and LED lighting, while the driver of each coach gets a leather-trimmed multifunction steering wheel.
Also common on both vehicles is PSVAR compliance. On the two-axle coach that uses a Masats KS7 lift in the luggage compartment, while the tri-axle utilises a KS8 platform that sits in a ski locker. Hanover destination displays are at the front, side and rear.
The DAF MX-11 engine powers each coach, driving through the ZF EcoLife six-speed automatic gearbox. In the two-axle, output is 408bhp, while in the tri-axle, it is 450bhp.
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