Daimler has announced that it has just received an order for 1,052 Orion VII Next Generation Diesel-Electric Hybrid Buses from some of North America’s largest transport authorities.
New York alone has ordered 850 and anticipates having a fleet of around 1,600 hybrid buses by 2010.
The vehicles, which are powered by BAE Systems' Hybri Drive(R) diesel-electric hybrid propulsion system, are designed for greater fuel economy and lower emission levels. This works via a single electric motor that’s driven by a diesel generator and an energy storage unit.
Regenerative braking
The bus also features a ‘regenerative braking’ system that uses the drive motor for braking, effectively turning the motor into a generator to produce extra charge.
The vehicle can also boast 30 per cent better fuel economy than regular diesel buses and considerably less production of harmful discharges, not to mention a smoother, quieter ride.
Commenting on the order, Andreas Renschler from Daimler said: “In North America, where public-private partnerships create the right conditions, hybrid buses have proven to be an ideal solution for modern urban city transportation.”
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Date Published: December 18, 2007
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