Wiltshire, UK-based bus operator Salisbury Reds, part of the Go South Coast group of companies, has put into service three BYD ADL Enviro200EV single deck electric buses. BYD is a global leader in batteries, energy management and electric mobility, while ADL, the UK’s best-selling bus manufacturer, is a subsidiary of leading independent global bus manufacturer NFI Group Inc. (NFI).

The total investment of £1.2 million (US$1.6 million) has been subsidized with £600,000 government funding following a successful submission by Wiltshire Council.

The electric buses, liveried as electric reds, are now in operation on Park & Ride services for Britford and Petersfinger. Each new vehicle is expected to delivery an annual saving of 32.2 tonnes of CO₂ and 15.5 tonnes of NO_x when compared to an equivalent diesel-powered vehicle.

With 24 seats and an overall 66 passenger capacity, the 10.8-meter BYD ADL Enviro200EV achieves 160 miles on a single charge. Power is delivered through its pure-electric drivetrain comprising 330 kWh electric motor and Iron-Phosphate batteries.