Avoiding brake system faults on hybrid and electric buses
Improve urban air quality Driven by the need to improve urban air quality and targets to eliminate carbon emissions, bus operators across the UK are continuing to lead the way…
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New Year heralds new premises for Imperial Engineering
Imperial Engineering new premises Leading distributor of bus and coach parts, Imperial Engineering, has seen in 2023 with the opening of its brand new facility in Harlow, Essex, having relocated…
Bus operators reliant on freelance labour to meet demand
Engineering skill shortages Whilst a skills shortage of engineering based roles in the automotive sector is nothing new, an ageing workforce within the bus and coach sector and subsequent retirements…
Tools for maximising brake system service life
Maintenance for braking systems Inexpensive special tools such as measuring gauges play an essential role in maximising the service life and performance of bus disc brake systems. That’s according to…
Imperial Engineering looks forward to the sector’s recovery in 2022
Established for almost sixty years and now a third-generation family business, Imperial Engineering is one of the leading distributors of OEM parts to the bus and coach sector. As the…
Supporting operators during the challenging winter months
Although we are still yet to see any sign of snow, this time of year is challenging for bus operators as daylight hours are reduced, temperatures drop significantly and driving…
Imperial Engineering stocks up bus parts as Brexit deadline looms
Imperial Engineering increases stock levels With under six weeks before the Brexit transition period expires on 31st December, bus parts specialist, Imperial Engineering, has increased its stock levels by over…
The importance of the bus brake disc
Bus brake discs The brake disc, or rotor, is one of the most important elements that makes up the air disc brake assembly on buses and coaches, in fact it…
The importance of regular air dryer filter cartridge changes
Air dryer filter cartridges Although a humble service part, air dryer filter cartridges play an important role within the compressed air system. Typically part of the air dryer assembly, the…
Keeping your fleet moving this winter
Vehicle Fleet in Winter This time of year is particularly challenging for bus operators as daylight hours reduce, temperatures drop significantly and driving conditions become more hazardous. Across the UK,…