Volvo has published the findings of independent research exploring how women and ethnic minorities perceive careers in and around zero tailpipe-emission buses, coaches and trucks, as part of a project aimed at making the sector feel more visible, accessible and inclusive.

Coach Services has taken delivery of its first two 10.8m Volvo B8RLE MCV eVoRa buses, supporting more frequent services across Thetford – in line with local improvement plans.

Allied Coaches has taken delivery of its first two Volvo B8R MCV eVoTor coaches, strengthening its capability for the high‑profile movements and day‑to‑day hire work it’s known for.

Serial production of the new Volvo B13R UNVI XL full-size luxury coach has commenced, with bodybuilding now taking place at UNVI’s facility in Porto, Portugal.

From 1 March 2025, the Workshop Services Standard application will be decommissioned. Since August 2024, users can access Impact and other tools directly in Volvo Connect, making the standard Workshop Services application no longer needed. There will be no changes for users of the Workshop Services Diagnostic application.

We would like to inform you that the previously communicated issue affecting how driver identification was recorded in Volvo Connect has now been fully resolved and all affected data has been corrected.

Following the strong performance of its current Volvo B8R MCV eVoTor coaches, Dublin-based Nolan Coaches has kicked off 2026 by doubling its eVoTor fleet with the delivery of a further three examples. The new arrivals secure the customer’s position as the largest operator of B8R MCV eVoTor models in Ireland

Volvo Buses has strengthened its role in Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM)’s transition to cleaner public transport, with its Volvo BZL Electric buses forming the majority of the 53-vehicle fleet at the Bee Network’s newly electrified Middleton depot.

Discover what’s new in the Report tool and Administration tool, each packed with improvements to simplify your daily operations and drive your business forward. Read on to learn how these enhancements can help you unlock greater value from your fleet!

The new 72-seat Volvo B8R - MCV eVoTor coach specifically meets the needs of operators with a focus on school transport across the UK and Ireland.

The Workshop History tool now features an improved design and enhanced functionality, providing you with a clearer and more comprehensive overview of your maintenance activities. With the new chips located at the top of the screen, you can easily choose the specific dates you wish to display. You can also select which event types you want to view. These options can also be adjusted using the Filter option.

We are happy to introduce a new tool in the Volvo connect portal! The new portal tool, Logbook, allows you to create incident reports and workshop requests. This makes it easy to record and track your vehicle’s issues, as well as conveniently communicate these issues and book a workshop visit. You access the Logbook tool from the main menu.

The landing page in Assets, Fleet Overview, is updated to now display widgets. The new design makes it easier and quicker for you to monitor and control warnings and alerts. Note that some widgets might not be visible on all markets.

Luton-based Three Star Coaches has taken delivery of a second new Volvo B8R MCV eVoTor 53-seat coach, following the successful performance of the first of Volvo’s new 12.6m-long models which joined the fleet earlier this year.

Three new Volvo B13R 9700 double-deck coaches have been delivered to County Monaghan-based Matthews Coach Hire – representing the first of their kind to enter service in Ireland.

Family-run operator Garelochhead Coaches has brought Scotland’s first bespoke Volvo B8L MCV eVoSeti into service.

Longstanding Volvo customer, Beestons, has taken delivery of four B8L MCV eVoSeti double-deck buses, continuing a trusted relationship that dates back to the 1980s.

Isle of Lewis-based Lochs Motor Transport is adding a pair of Volvo B8R MCV eVoTor coaches to its island fleet, joining earlier examples built on the previous B11R chassis.

Anil Singh has been named as Volvo Bus UK & Ireland’s Regional Sales Manager for bus and coach customers in London, South East and East Anglia.

The latest releases of Volvo Connect contain multiple features that make it easier for you as a bus operator to monitor your fleet. We are committed to providing frequent updates to continuously improve the user experience. Below improvements are free of charge and are included in your service subscriptions, ensuring that you always receive the latest enhancements. Continue reading to discover the updates, including enhanced reporting, map improvements and more data available to export.