FRIDAY STORY: New London Routemaster finally takes a bow

Author: Simon Warburton | 16 December 2011

Following the catastrophic failure of London's notorious 'bendy-buses,' that were possibly the most unpopular addition to the capital since pigeons, Mayor Boris Johnson looks like he is delivering on a long-touted promise to bring back his version of the much-loved Routemaster.

just-auto articles are only available to registered users and members.

Join now for increased access

There are various access options to choose from. All provide instant access to the latest news, insight and expert analysis.

If you’re already a member, login here.


Join just-auto now and save 42%

If you’re already a member, login here

Not what you were looking for?

Search just-auto:

More articles related to this one

US: Ford starts selling C-Max hybrid
Ford has begun taking orders for the C-Max hybrid in the US, claiming it is America's most affordable, fuel-efficient hybrid utility vehicle.

US: Brose expanding in Michigan
Tier One supplier Brose North America said on Monday it would expand manufacturing in New Boston, Michigan, and add 450 jobs as a result of "significant growth" in orders from domestic OEMs.

ROMANIA: Ford starts EcoBoost production at Craiova
Ford has started volume production of EcoBoost engines at its new factory in Craiova, Romania.

Market research related to this article

SEAT 2010 company profile edition 2
This latest edition just-auto company profile is part of a major series of reports that will provide you with convenient and concise analysis on the world's largest component and vehicle manufacturers. Each individual company is profiled in a consist...

Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing Industry in the U.S. and its International Trade [2011 Edition]
NEW 178-page report covers 10 years of key industry-wide statistics. PLUS supply chain analysis of 125 upstream and 348 downstream industries. INSIGHT into 92 countries US exported to and 69 countries US imported from. October 2011 release with lates...

Motor Vehicle Seating and Interior Trim Manufacturing Industry in the U.S. and its International Trade [2012 Q2 Release]
NEW 177-page report covers 10 years of key industry-wide statistics. PLUS supply chain analysis of 125 upstream and 348 downstream industries. INSIGHT into 92 countries US exported to and 69 countries US imported from. April 2012 release with latest ...

Welcome to the home of automotive information, insight & intelligence

Not a member? Join here

Decrease font sizeDecrease font sizeDecrease font size Increase font sizeIncrease font sizeIncrease font size Comment on this article Email this to a friend Print this page