2012 Volvo 7900 Hybrid
The Volvo 7900 Hybrid is the second series-produced hybrid model from Volvo. Its predecessor is already on the market for several years and has both its enormous fuel-saving potential as well as its reliability in commercial applications repeatedly demonstrated. The hybrid technology from Volvo is currently the most versatile drive solution that combines eco-friendliness with performance and economy. In fuel savings of 37 percent, the reduction of CO2 emissions in the same range. For nitrogen oxides and particulate matter reduction is even greater: up to 50 percent compared with an average diesel-powered bus with Euro 5 engine.
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This vehicle is available in a series!
The reason why Volvo can present better numbers than others, is no secret. The parallel hybrid drive is highly efficient, the Volvo I-Shift gearbox ensures optimal switching strategy and the batteries are kept by heating and cooling in the best possible condition.
At higher speeds, the diesel engine to drive and also loads the batteries. Since the electric motor works both as a motor and generator that is charged during driving and braking. Is idling, such as at traffic lights or at bus stops, the diesel engine is shut off in order to zero-emissions.
The Volvo 7900 Hybrid has lithium-ion battery cells with active temperature control and single cell loading control. This results in reliable and efficient energy storage. The lithium-ion battery is characterized by a high energy storage capacity with low weight and low environmental impact. The hybrid drive is independent of the weather conditions anywhere.
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An electronic control module regulates the switching on and off of the electric motor and diesel and the switching mode, and the battery charging. The fine-grained, automated I-Shift gearbox has a software that is optimized for city and commuter traffic. The five-liter four-cylinder diesel engine Volvo D5F runs sparingly, develops 215 hp and is vertically mounted in the left rear.
