A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are after it as when you are in it. –Anonymous

http://www.icongrouponline.com/Quotation/Quotation/0546688578.htm

Monday, December 7, 2009

Hybrid School Bus

While we're on the topic of school buses that run on fuel other than diesel....

Friday welcomed the sale of a hybrid school bus in Virginia. It uses both diesel and electricity-- and with the "stop-and-go" motion of the bus, the motor can constantly charge. Although the buses cost a bit more in the beginning, they save a lot in fuel and are very helpful for the environment.

Read the rest of the article here: http://smart-grid.tmcnet.com/news/2009/12/04/4516791.htm

Thursday, December 3, 2009

Not Your Average Bus...


In Virginia, one school system is trying a new kind of fuel: propane! By switching from diesel to propane, it is more fuel efficient and causes less noise. What a great idea!

Picture and story found at: http://www2.nelsoncountytimes.com/nco/news/local/article/school_bus_promotes_energy_efficiency/21931/.

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

New Limousine-- Audi 8

Check out the features and more pictures here: http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/new-audi-a8-limo-revealed-20091201-k2ht.html.