Phuket Retires Iconic Pink Buses for Modern Electric Fleet

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Phuket has retired its iconic pink Pho Thong buses, replacing them with 24 modern electric buses imported from China. The Pho Thong, known for their open-air design and symbolic pink hue, were introduced in 2008 and had become a local landmark. Their retirement on June 4 marks a shift towards sustainability, cost efficiency, and improved passenger comfort, especially during monsoon seasons. The electric fleet now operates across the same three main routes—Yellow, Green, and Red Lines—offering a quieter, climate-conscious alternative. The old buses have been donated to community institutions.