Volvo Launches First Hybrid Bus!
The Volvo company has launched the first hybrid bus, which presents the advantage of a reduced energy consumption, up to 30%.
In terms of costs, the auto manufacturer announced that the depreciation of the investment will be made in 5-7 years. The first applications for the Volvo 7700 hybrid will be honored in 2009. The Volvo 7700 hybrid system is named I-SAM, and consists of a combined electric motor, electronic control unit, start motor and a generator.This bus join to the hybrid buses which are built by General Motors and Daimler.
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Alternative Energy Source News says:
July 5th, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Toronto has Hyrid buses already but the battery is the biggest issue as its not lasting and charging as much as promised.