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Repowering diesel buses and trucks with proven electric powertrains

NewPower by Wrightbus

NewPower by Wrightbus offers a groundbreaking solution by repowering mid-life diesel buses and trucks, making it more affordable to decarbonise and improving air quality in cities. Wrightbus, the first bus manufacturer to launch repowering at scale, introduces NewPower Trucks to accelerate the decarbonisation of bus and truck fleets across the UK, ensuring zero carbon emissions on all journeys.

Why NewPower

Repower Mid-Life Diesel Buses and Trucks To Zero-emission Technology

Fleet operators want to decarbonise faster but face significant capital constraints. Repowering offers a proven, affordable solution that extends the life of vehicles while delivering the benefits of zero-emission technology. From buses serving cities to trucks delivering goods, NewPower provides a practical way to cut emissions, reduce costs, and support cleaner communities.

This shift is driving a significant change in the marketplace towards more responsible consumption, as consumers support businesses that align with our values​ (Mastercard)​​ (TheRoundup)​.

NewPower Bicester

NewPower UK has Collected The Statistics From The First 35 000 Miles In Service Of It’s Bus Fleet

Each repowered bus has its diesel engines replaced with new zero-emission electric powertrains in our hi-tech Bicester factory in Oxfordshire, saving 70tonnes of CO2 emissions per bus per year.

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Reduction In Maintenance & Energy Costs

The NewPower Repowering Advantage

Less than half the price of a new EV vehicle.
Better total cost of ownership than diesel.
Extended 10-year life expectancy of diesel powered buses.
Improved air quality where vehicles operate.
Zero carbon emissions on every journey.
Buses Qualify for 22p/km the Bus Service Operators Grant.
Turnaround in weeks, with full OEM support — Wrightbus homologates, MOTs and covers the vehicle with OEM warranties.
Option to refurbish the bus: repaint, new upholstery, interior refurbishment.
Diesel powertrain can be refurbished and returned to the depot as backup spare parts for your remaining diesel fleet.
Repowering buses and trucks from diesel to electric reduces 70tons of carbon per vehicle per annum.

NewPower Repower Range

NewPower Repowered Buses

Buses

Repowering buses with NewPower provides operators with a cost-effective path to fleet decarbonisation, extending the life of existing vehicles while delivering zero-emission journeys for our cities.

NewPower Bicester
NewPower Repowered Trucks

Trucks

Building on its success in bus repowering, NewPower now brings its expertise to trucks. Repowered trucks offer operators an affordable route to decarbonise freight operations, starting with the 19T DAF platform.

NewPower Factory

NewPower, a new repower option from Wrightbus, represents a significant advancement in the company’s efforts to accelerate the decarbonisation of bus fleets. Wrightbus, the first bus original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to scale up the repowering of its own buses, has integrated engineering, homologation, testing, warranty, and a comprehensive service support network into this affordable and reliable option. This initiative is set to revolutionise fleet management by providing a seamless transition to zero-emission technology.

The NewPower initiative is supported by the latest zero-emissions technologies designed to reduce operating costs. It is backed by Hydra B companies, which offer extensive support through the transition to a zero-emission fleet. This support includes vehicles, energy services, maintenance, and finance solutions, ensuring that operators have all the necessary resources to make the switch efficiently.

The dedicated repower facility, which opened in June 2024, spans 45,000 square feet and is located in Bicester, UK. This state-of-the-art plant is equipped to handle the complex process of repowering buses, making it a central hub for the production and maintenance of zero-emission buses. The facility underscores Wrightbus’s commitment to sustainable transportation and its leadership in the field of bus repowering technology.

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