In the first quarter of 2025, Italy's bus market witnessed a shift in dynamics. While there was an overall decline of 7.4% in new bus registrations over 8 tons compared to the same period in 2024, certain segments showed promising growth. Urban buses dominated the market, accounting for the largest share of registrations with a 15% year-over-year increase. In contrast, intercity buses faced a notable decline of 44.5%, highlighting changing preferences in the market. Coaches emerged as a strong performer, experiencing a significant growth of 60.3% and now holding a 32% market share. The electric bus segment stood out with a remarkable 118% increase from the first quarter of 2024, now representing 15.3% of total registrations. This growth trajectory indicates a shift towards cleaner and more sustainable transport options. Despite diesel buses still leading the market in terms of numbers, their market share decreased by 24.7% in Q1 2025. Notably, the use of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses gained traction, with a 48.2% increase in registrations. Additionally, a small but noteworthy presence of hydrogen was observed, with 5 fuel cell buses registered in the market. Daimler Buses and Iveco Bus emerged as key players in the market, with Daimler Buses rapidly closing in on the leadership position. Overall, the bus market in Italy is witnessing a transformation towards more sustainable and electric-driven options, with clear indications of a shift in consumer preferences and industry trends.