Rapid charging tram-like buses launched on London’s longest route

Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport - Transport for London (TfL) has introduced new mp;amp;quot;tram-likemp;amp;quot; buses powered by pantograph technology, now operating on one of Londonmp;amp;rsquo;s longest bus routes, connecting Crystal Palace and Orpington. The project is the result of a collaboration between TfL, Go-Ahead London, and Spanish bus and coach manufacturer Irizar. According to TfL, the pantograph system on Route 358 enables rapid, high-power charging of the buses at both ends of the 15-mile route. This technology employs an arm-like structure attached to themp;amp;nbsp;roof of the buses, allowing them to recharge in j...