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Volvo to deliver plug-in hybrid buses w/ fast overhead recharging to Hamburger Hochbahn as part of development partnership

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The company has now entered into a development partnership with Volvo Bus Corporation for electric hybrid buses, and will operate three vehicles on regular service routes in the hanseatic city from the end of the year. The new buses are diesel-electric hybrid buses that can travel up to 10 km using only electricity. Earlier post.).

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Volvo Buses officially launches the all-new plug-in Electric Hybrid bus

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The plug-in hybrid drive reduces diesel fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions by up to 75%, compared to a conventional diesel bus. Recharging takes approximately 6 minutes at end stations. Diesel engine. The diesel engine and electric motor then propel the vehicle together. Electric motor/generator (I-SAM).

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