Africa’s first solar powered bus

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... launched in Uganda:
http://www.africanreview.com/energy...-s-first-solar-powered-bus-launched-in-uganda
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(Pic cap: The bus is run on a traction motor powered by a battery linked to the solar panel on the roof. (Image Source: Kiira Motors))

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(About the paper/website news is in:)
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Per British BBC:
One of its two batteries can be charged by solar panels on the roof which increases the vehicle's 80km (50 mile) range.
The makers now hope to attract partners to help manufacture the bus for the mass market.
http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-35458465

Kiira not shy about their bus:
http://kiiramotors.com/vehicles/kayoola-solar-bus/

Extra fun their "Bus Information Memorandum" PDF file:
http://kiiramotors.com/inthenews/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Kayoola-Solar-Bus-Info-Memo.pdf

[spoiler alert!]
150 kw peak
torque 400 NM
solar 1320 watts
range 80km
battery 70kwh

"solar system real time mobile charging"
"solar panels a 12km range extender"
"quietly cruises" [hehe]
"handcrafted (leather) bucket-shape seating"

I Lust

Oddly. Can't find out any info re drinks holders. TBA
 
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