Indian public transport system has been undergoing a drastic makeover recently. Hi-tech low-floor buses are no longer something that could only be seen in Hollywood movies. First, it was Volvo B7Rs, then came multi-axle B9Rs and even the iconic Merced…
Indian public transport system has been undergoing a drastic makeover recently. Hi-tech low-floor buses are no longer something that could only be seen in Hollywood movies. First, it was Volvo B7Rs, then came multi-axle B9Rs and even the iconic Mercedes-Benz buses.
This is exactly when we expect some surprise from Tata Motors. They didn’t disappoint, as usual. Tata has just launched not just a hi-tech low-floor, but CNG-Electric Hybrid Starbuses, India’s first such vehicle. Powered by a parallel hybrid engine comprising an internal combustion CNG engine and an electric motor using regenerative energy storage system, the Tata Hybrid Starbus offers substantial improvement in fuel economy compared to a conventional bus.
The launch is also Tata’s attempt to join the Delhi government’s effort to actualise the “Green Commonwealth Games“. Tata Motors will run four such low-emission buses in Delhi during the Games.
This air-conditioned bus can seat 32 passengers. Pneumatically operated in-swing and out-swing flat doors and kneeling facility allow easy entry and exit. Full air suspension and telescopic double-acting shock absorbers provide excellent ride quality, while an energy-efficient HVAC system enhances comfort. With high starting acceleration and a maximum speed of 70 kmph, the Hybrid Starbus is an innovative solution for fast and comfortable intra-city passenger movement in an environment-friendly manner.
Not bad eh?
Indian public transport system has been undergoing a drastic makeover recently. Hi-tech low-floor buses are no longer something that could only be seen in Hollywood movies. First, it was Volvo B7Rs, then came multi-axle B9Rs and even the iconic Mercedes-Benz buses.
This is exactly when we expect some surprise from Tata Motors. They didn’t disappoint, as usual. Tata has just launched not just a hi-tech low-floor, but CNG-Electric Hybrid Starbuses, India’s first such vehicle. Powered by a parallel hybrid engine comprising an internal combustion CNG engine and an electric motor using regenerative energy storage system, the Tata Hybrid Starbus offers substantial improvement in fuel economy compared to a conventional bus.
The launch is also Tata’s attempt to join the Delhi government’s effort to actualise the “Green Commonwealth Games“. Tata Motors will run four such low-emission buses in Delhi during the Games.
This air-conditioned bus can seat 32 passengers. Pneumatically operated in-swing and out-swing flat doors and kneeling facility allow easy entry and exit. Full air suspension and telescopic double-acting shock absorbers provide excellent ride quality, while an energy-efficient HVAC system enhances comfort. With high starting acceleration and a maximum speed of 70 kmph, the Hybrid Starbus is an innovative solution for fast and comfortable intra-city passenger movement in an environment-friendly manner.
Not bad eh?
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