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New York Metro Transit Authority testing micro-turbine hybrid bus

digg_url = 'http://digg.com/environment/New_York_Metro_Transit_Authority_testing_micro_turbine_hybrid_bus'; In New York City the Metropolitan Transit Authority has started testing a new hybrid bus, but this one is different from existing models. Rather than using a conventional diesel engine and parallel hybrid setup, this one is a series hybrid. The bus is driven by batteries which are recharged from regenerative braking and a diesel fueled turbine engine. The MTA is testing the New Zealand-built bus for two months before deciding whether ... Read more →

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