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According to foreign media reported on November 6, the bus company launched a new version of the bus - Volvo 7900. The model is equipped with a larger battery pack to provide more mileage. There are three different battery capacity options available: 150, 200, and 250 kwh; capable of driving up to 200 km (124 miles). In terms of charging, Volvo can use CCS and oppcharge. The first delivery of the car is expected by the end of 2018. The battery capacity of this car has been greatly improved compared with before. The battery capacity of the new Volvo 7900 is 150 kwh, 200 kWh and 250 kwh respectively. It means the car has a longer endurance and can run more efficiently in a day. Volvo buses have also expanded the range of charging options. As before, the new Volvo 7900 electric vehicle can be charged quickly through the open and competitive neutral oppcharge interface. However, it can also be charged through CCS grid now. The new Volvo 7900 electric vehicle made its debut at the international bus show held in cortrek, Belgium, from October 20 to 25. The first vehicles are expected to be put into operation by the end of 2018. Electric buses are sold with a complete turnkey solution and Volvo will be responsible for the fixed cost of monthly maintenance of vehicles and batteries. Introduction to Volvo 7900: • pure electric drive, two axle 12m city bus, low chassis, three door design. • quiet operation, zero emission. • 80% less energy consumption than diesel buses. • battery capacity 150, 200 or 250 kwh. • it can be charged by oppcharge or CCS (250kwh can only be charged by CCS) • it can travel up to 200km according to terrain and driving conditions. • Volvo's advanced steering system VDS and detection warnings for pedestrian and rider safety. H å Kan agnevall, President of Volvo bus, said: "Volvo 7900 is a very important part of our electric vehicle product line, providing our customers with the most flexibility in daily operation. During peak hours, it can run continuously and be charged. Once the traffic is off peak, the battery can continue to charge. On shorter routes, vehicles can run during the day and charge at night. ".