Before we all get excited, let's not forget that both 1808 and 7416 are planned trials.
That means neither type are here to stay. Infact, this may result the the Yorkshire B9s not being considered.
The fact that Arriva are bothering to trial vehicles instead of blindly assuming either would be okay is commendable in my eyes.
The current B7s that Redcar have may not be suitable, but the fact they are trialling suggests that they are too aware.
The service has improved dramatically over the past 2 years! It actually turns up these days.
RE: Arriva North East: Latest News and Discussion - April 2016