A batch of 72 Volvo BZL Electric buses have been delivered to Arriva’s depot in Tottenham, completing a major phase of the operator’s nationwide fleet renewal programme.
Entering service across North London, the new vehicles form part of Arriva’s recently announced £340m UK investment.
They add to the substantial number of Volvo buses already operating across Arriva’s network, with 63 B8RLE MCV eVoRas also on order for deployment in Bangor, Luton, Luton Airport and Teesside in the fourth quarter of 2026.
The BZL Electric platform is powered by the group’s 200 kW electric driveline, which pairs with an electric motor and a two‑speed automated gearbox, propeller shaft and conventional rear axle.
Each vehicle is equipped with five lithium‑ion batteries providing 470 kW/h of onboard energy storage, with additional range supported by a regenerative braking system that recovers energy during deceleration and feeds it back into the vehicle as clean, usable power.
Martijn Gilbert, Managing Director – UK Bus, at Arriva, said, “Volvo vehicles continue to perform strongly in urban and rural service areas, giving us confidence in their reliability and day‑to‑day operational efficiency.
“Our drivers value the easy handling and the quiet ride from the Volvo BZL Electric buses, making a real difference to their working environment.
“The strength of Volvo’s dealer network has also been a key factor in our continued investment in new Volvos across the country.”
Richard Mann, Sales Director at Volvo Bus UK & Ireland, said, “Arriva’s continued investment in Volvo Buses is a clear endorsement of the real‑world operation of our vehicles.
“We’re proud of the success seen so far, and we attribute that to consistent performance and the strength of our aftersales support. I look forward to continuing to build on our long-standing partnership.”
