Field test shows Volvo Buses’ plug-in hybrid reduces fuel consumption by 81% and energy consumption by 61%; 21 mpg
Green Car Congress
NOVEMBER 14, 2013
The 4-cylinder, 5-liter Volvo D5F diesel engine produces 215 bhp and is installed vertically. The conventional hybrid offers up to 37% fuel savings compared to a diesel version and 40-50% lower exhaust emissions. A demo project that will bring eight more plug-in hybrid buses into service will commence next year in Stockholm.
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