An Ecobus
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An Ecobus
Image: © M J Richardson Taken: 24 Sep 2011
One of Edinburgh's newest buses, recently on the streets on route 10 [Colinton-Western Harbour]. They are hybrids, powered by electric motors driven by batteries. The batteries are charged by a diesel engine smaller than used in existing buses, and by regenerative breaking. They are expected to be more economical [30% less fuel], cleaner, quieter and smoother [no gearbox]. http://lothianbuses.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=796.
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Image Location
Latitude
55.971401
Longitude
-3.173589