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The Volvo Bus telematic system is a tool that can simply reduce costs for bus and coach operators. In principle, all you have to do is log on to a website to gain access to the information that potentially leads to a more efficient operation.

On the eve of its 10th year in India, Volvo Buses announced SEK 500 million investment plans for the next 5 years. In the first phase the company will expand its current industrial establishment and introduce a range of new products.

Volvo Buses is currently developing a plug-in hybrid bus that can drive long distances silently and exhaust-free on only electricity. Three buses will be tested in Gothenburg, Sweden, supported by the European Union.

Volvo Buses reports a strong increase in deliveries for the second quarter compared with the same quarter last year, up 36%. Deliveries increased in almost all markets.

Volvo Buses has received a new major hybrid bus order in Norway. Nobina has purchased 91 Volvo buses, of which 32 hybrid buses, for operations in Tromsö in northern Norway.

Volvo Buses has received its largest hybrid bus order to date. The city of Curitiba in Brazil has ordered 60 buses that generate up to 35% less fuel consumption.

Volvo Buses has secured an order for 328 articulated buses for New York City through its subsidiary Nova Bus. The order is valued at USD 231 M.

Volvo Buses has received an order for 61 coaches for Greyhound Lines. It is Volvos subsidiary Prevost that will deliver the 61 X3-45 coaches during 2011.

Volvo Buses recognized increased order bookings and improved profitability for the first quarter of 2011. As a result of stricter environmental requirements and high fuel prices, demand for hybrid buses is increasing globally.

Volvo Buses has received an order for 177 coach chassis for the JCA Group. This is one of Brazil’s largest passenger transport companies, with more than 3,000 buses and coaches in its fleet.