Stagecoach Manchester

[mbonwick]

RE: Stagecoach Manchester
Nope, you've still not grasped the point.

Hybrid vehicles are best on low speed, stop-start routes as this allows maximum use of the electric motor and keeps the battery charged. More use of electricity = less diesel. Their top speed of 40mph is a major limitation for suburban routes, and completely inappropriate for interurban routes.

Equally, hybrids are marketed as improving fuel consumption and air quality. Again, this is best achieved in cities with the ability to cut out engine idling in traffic.