Return of the Routemaster: Boris Johnson unveils new version of classic double-decker bus that lets you hop on and off
London Mayor Boris Johnson today revealed the design of the new futuristic bus that reinstates the Routemaster's classic hop-on hop-off platform, still so fondly remembered by commuters.
Passengers have been promised a 'greener, light and airy' service when the new double-decker buses start running in London in 2012.
They will feature two staircases, two doors and an open platform allowing passengers to hop on and off.
The new bus, to replace the bendy bus which is gradually being phased out, was a key pledge of Mr Johnson’s election campaign.