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  • Volvo Is Ready to Unveil yet Another Hybrid

    Volvo HybridVolvo Cars is ready to reveal the world’s first seven-seat vehicle, that is a plug-in hybrid. The ride will be first introduced in the United States and the model is XC90 T8 Twin Engine. The hybrid is powered with Volvo’s 2.0-Liter supercharged and turbocharged Drive-E powreplant and with a rear axle electric motor. With the cooperative power of both power supplies the car is capable of producing 394 hp (289 kW) and goes from 0-68 mph in 5.7 seconds.

    The brand’s latest model will come with three selectable driving modes, that allow smooth performance and flexibility on every terrain and occasion. The modes are:

    Hybrid: This is the default mode, often referred as the “casual” mode and brings alternate power from both motors and has the greatest fuel consumption efficiency.

    Pure electric: Obviously the mode, that uses energy only from the electric motor. It is a wonderful city-drive based mode and is  capable of going for about 17 miles without recharging.

    Power mode: This is the special mode, that utilizes both the combustion engine and the electric motor. It works as this. When both engines are started, the system takes advantage of the electric motor, which has faster response time until the combustion engine gets up to speed. This is the ideal mode if you need better torque at lower revs.

     The XC90 T8 design really highlights the sporty performance with incredibe features, that include the piano black grille, R-Designed front spoiler, dual tail pipes, silver trim. The cabin is really a comfortable place and welcomes the drivers with Nubuck and Nappa leather clothing.

    With all the wonderful features, the XC90 TB has its well-deserved positive feedback. In fact, there is large interest in buyers, who already made tremendous preorder pays.

    Soon the XC90  will be completely unveiled and we will watch with interest everything that it has to show us. Keep with us for further information.

    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid
    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid
    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid
    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid
    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid
    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid
    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid
    2015 Volvo HC90 Hybrid

    Source: Volvo

     

  • Mean Green – Volvo Hybrid Truck

    Mean Green is the fastest hybrid truck in the world. However, it will attempt a new speed record in excess of 260 km/h (165 mph). The event will be held on April 27th at Wendover Airfield in Utah, USA. The truck will try to beat its own world speed records set only last year by ‘Mean Green’s driver, Boije Ovebrink.

    The Volvo-built hybrid currently holds speed records in the standing 500 metre, standing kilometre and flying kilometre – international speed standards*.

    “Technology and innovation are at the core of our business,” commented Ron Huibers, president, Volvo Trucks North American Sales & Marketing.

    “Mean Green’ is a prime example of Volvo’s technical capabilities and our continued focus on emerging technologies. Our engineers developed the world’s fastest hybrid truck utilising the same Volvo hybrid drive system powering hundreds of Volvo buses throughout the world – including London’s double-decker buses.”, he added.

    Mean Grean features adapted hybrid driveline and chassis to meet requirements of a world-class truck built for speed. Engineers then outfitted ‘Mean Green’ with a highly-tuned Volvo D16 engine and a modified version of Volvo’s automated I-Shift gearbox, which interacts with the hybrid’s electric motor.

    “The result is a lightning-speed boost from start-off without any of the customary diesel-engine delay,” said the driver – Boije Ovebrink,

    “Mean Green’s owner and driver. “It’s like a champagne cork, but without the sound effects. For the first couple of seconds the truck just makes a slight whistle until the diesel engine, which runs on renewable liquid rosin diesel, starts delivering with an explosive force.” – he added.

    Mean-Green - Volvo Hybrid Truck
    Mean-Green – Volvo Hybrid Truck

    The powerful truck develops 2100HP (1544 kW) and 6779Nm (5000 lb-ft) of torque. From these massive powerl, just 200HP and 1200Nm (885 lb-ft) come from the electric motor.

    Aerodynamics also plays a vital role in achieving top speed, so Volvo designers selected a North American VN cab and sculpted the optimal aerodynamic shape for the truck.

    Mean Green features modified versions of the following Volvo production components:

    • Volvo hybrid motor
    • Volvo hybrid battery
    • Volvo D16 diesel engine
    • Volvo I-Shift automated manual transmission
    • Volvo VN cab and frame
    • Rear axle with 1.85:1 ratio

    During its North American tour, Mean Green will also visit Truck World, in Toronto (April 19 to 21) and the Volvo Ocean Race when it reaches in Miami (May 17 to 20).

    Source: Volvo

  • Groundbreaking plug-in hybrid – the Volvo ReCharge concept

    The Volvo ReCharge Concept on display at the Paris Motor Show is a groundbreaking plug-in hybrid. The specially designed Volvo C30 features individual electric wheel motors and batteries that can be charged via a regular electrical outlet. (more…)