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Volvo b5l

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The Volvo b5l is a hybrid bus powered by a non-diesel fuel motor, currently being used in European countries This volvo bus can save up to 35% on fuel consumption and reduces the out put of carbon dioxide (green house gases) The bus is powered by an acid battery which is not dependent on fuel. The vehicle will also be quieter because the reduction of diesel engines. The operation to make this bus is also considerably cheeper. The battery is stored under to of the seats in the bus to balance out weight distribution.



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  2. ^ Allaboutbuses. "World Debut for Volvo Hybrid Double-deck." World Debut for Volvo Hybrid Double-deck (Nov. 2008): n. pag. allaboutbuses. Web. 16 Oct. 2009.<http://allaboutbuses.wordpress.com/2008/11/04/ world-debut-for-volvo-hybrid-double-deck/>.