ADL’s Richard Matthews, says: “There is growing evidence of a trend towards buses that combine the option of 80-plus seats with a touch of luxury.”
He adds: “When it comes to matching capacity and comfort the Enviro400 is in a class of its own.”
The view is borne out by Kent-based Hams Travel and Wheelers Travel of Southampton, both of which have taken delivery of ADL’s Enviro400 MMC models in recent weeks.
Paul Ham, managing director of Hams Travel, has added an 11.5m 85-seat Enviro400 MMC to his fleet of 50 vehicles, while Derek Wheeler, MD at Wheelers Travel, has boosted his 85-strong line-up with a 10.5m 74-seat Enviro400City.
Both vehicles are finished to a high specification with LED interior lighting, sophisticated CCTV, DVD, PA and radio systems, low emission packages, QRG (quick release glass), under seat lighting and seatbelts. The Wheelers Travel vehicle (pictured) also has USB ports, while the Hams Travel vehicle has wood-effect flooring.
Derek Wheeler says: “I think the steady move towards more premium vehicles, whether for service routes, private hire, contract work, day trips or special events, is now inevitable. People are used to cars with higher quality interiors and they expect the same when they go on buses and coaches.
“I am delighted with our new Enviro400City. It has a real street presence and endorses the image we are keen to project as a company. It will be a big bonus for large group hires, school outings and special events such as weddings.”