Why Hybrid
There are many reasons why hybrid technology is superior to diesel.
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- Hybrid electric drive is today's best choice for powering transit buses.
Hybrid energy bus fleets have been implemented in over 30 U.S. states, 3 Canadian provinces, and 6 European countries and are now proving their worth in Asia too. With over 650 million miles driven and 50 million gallons of fuel saved, this technology is here to stay.
- You can depend on integrated hybrid power systems for efficient, reliable and clean power.
With over 50 million gallons of fuel saved over 650 million miles of global operation, you can tell that hybrid power is one of the most efficient technologies in use. Hybrid electric systems can match or exceed the reliability of conventional diesel systems. So far, hybrid electric systems worldwide have reduced C02 emissions by approximately 600,000 tons, providing for a healthier tomorrow through green power.
- Better performance is one of the many benefits of hybrid power.
Industrial hybrid solutions for buses have a lower operation and maintenance cost than legacy drive options.
This chart demonstrates the lifecycle cost of our industrial hybrid electric systems compared to diesel.
- Recent performance tests show that hybrid electric power is the clear winner for increased
fuel economy and decreased engine and brake wear.A comprehensive test conducted at the Altoona Bus Research and Testing Center in Pennsylvania showed that in some cases HybriDrive® buses achieved almost double the MPG of equivalent conventional diesel buses.
- Improved ride comfort is an added benefit of hybrid electric power.
The hybrid electric motor offers a smooth, powerful, shift-free ride that your passengers will really appreciate.
See what real people have to say about hybrid electric buses:
Keith Ward
Chief Engineer
Reading Transport Limited
Rae Alexander
Passenger
Reading Transport Limited
Andrew Skabowski
Associate VP Operations
Houston Metro
Ernest Robinson
Former San Francisco
Bus Driver - Decreased environmental impact.
Besides drastically lowering carbon emissions, hybrid electric buses also greatly reduce noise pollution. On average, hybrid buses produce 30% less carbon emissions and are almost as quiet as passenger cars.
- New and emerging policies and regulations demand cleaner, more efficient transit.
This makes hybrid electric your most logical choice for cleaner transit.
- Only hybrid electric systems with a series architecture can readily accept future
technological advances, such as fuel cell systems.With the removal of the engine and generator, the series architecture is fully adaptable to technologies such as fuel cells, plug-in or pure battery power to enable sustained zero-emission operation. BAE Systems HybriDrive® systems can already operate in engine off modes, and we are actively pursuing the path to a future zero emission electric vehicle through our participation in a number of fuel cell and plug-in hybrid programs.
- What is the only responsible choice for the future of our children and communities?
Hybrid electric drive is the right choice today – and a series hybrid solution offers the transit bus market with the right choice for tomorrow, too.