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Nobody knows more about batteries than Helena
Helena Berg is one of the Volvo Group’s three technical specialists at the highest level. She is a graduate chemist and, as a result of her expertise when it comes to the technology relating to...
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Noiseless electric buses on the streets of Gothenburg
Buses that glide noiselessly without emissions, that pick up passengers indoors and which are powered by a renewable source of electricity – this will become a reality in 2015, through the launch of an...
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No limits with electricity
Electric buses that can be driven indoors and plug-in hybrids that are charged at the terminus. In Gothenburg in western Sweden, Volvo Buses is currently involved in a number of unique products...
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The Volvo Group studies potential to test electric roads in a city
The Volvo Group is now taking the next step in the development of sustainable transport solutions. In collaboration with the Swedish Transport Administration, the Volvo Group will study the potential...
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City noise a problem for seven in ten
Seven in ten of the residents in Gothenburg, Sweden, say that they are disturbed by the high levels of noise in the city. Most are disturbed by the noise of traffic. This is the result of a survey...
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New hybrid buses milestone
Sales of Volvo hybrid buses passed yet another important milestone in the second quarter of this year. Volvo Buses has now sold more than 2000 hybrid buses in about twenty countries since their...
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Here it is – Volvo’s first electric bus!
Quiet, exhaust-free and passenger-friendly. Volvo Buses’ new electric bus is now being tested for the first time in regular traffic in Gothenburg with its official premiere on June 15. What is more, it...
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Volvo’s love story demonstrates the advantages of electric buses
To demonstrate the advantages of silent, electric buses, Volvo will today be presenting a short film “Route 55.” This film shows a key moment in life – and how easily it can be lost. June 15 will see...
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A technology with great benefits
Electric buses are one of the most exciting technological developments within public transport in any years. Here we learn why Volvo Buses decided to opt for fast-charging and lithium-ion battery...
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Electric bus route 55 launched in Gothenburg
Gothenburg is launching the public transport of the future. Gothenburg’s first route for electric buses will open on 15 June. The buses are silent and emission-free and run on electricity from wind...
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Unique stopover ended the Volvo Ocean Race
What better way to finish the 2014-15 edition of the Volvo Ocean Race than in the home city of Volvo, Gothenburg. This stopover was unique as it gave Volvo the chance to really showcase its brand on...
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Volvo welcomes government investment in electric buses
Volvo welcomes the Swedish government’s proposal for a new premium to support the market introduction of electric buses from 2016. The premium would amount to a total of SEK 350 million, of which SEK...
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Zara Larsson performs new song on Gothenburg’s electric bus route
Unsuspecting passengers could hardly believe their eyes when they boarded the bus on 7 September and stepped right into a Zara Larsson concert. During the Silent Bus Sessions, the Swedish artist...
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ElectriCity’s campaign featuring Zara Larsson and Seinabo Sey reaches 2.5...
Last week, the ElectriCity project launched its viral campaign “Silent Bus Sessions”, featuring the Swedish artists Zara Larsson and Seinabo Sey. The videos have become a viral success and are expected...
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Gothenburg’s new electric bus route wins European sustainability prize
The 55 electric bus route (ElectriCity) in Gothenburg has been awarded the European Solar Prize 2015 for being the best example of sustainable public transport operated using renewable energy. This...
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Electric teamwork for the future
A unique electrification project is paving the way for the construction machines of the future. Volvo CE has joined forces with other partners to develop technology set to reduce carbon dioxide...
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Successful year for Gothenburg’s electric bus service
After one year of electric bus service on route 55 in Gothenburg, it is clear that the expectations have been surpassed by a wide margin. The buses and bus stops received a high rating by passengers...
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