Solaris Bus & Coach will present innovations for the environment and the future at IAA Nutzfahrzeuge 2008 in Hannover. Between 25 September and 2 October, the bus manufacturer will exhibit in hall 11, stand D37.
Three modern buses of the Urbino family, including a hybrid bus, will show highest standards in quality and design and will testify to the innovative spirit of the Solaris brand. 
The after sales portfolio and a shop complete the Solaris stand in Hannover.
New interior design, new hybrid bus, new Low Entry buses
In an Urbino 12 low floor city bus, Solaris will show its concept for a completely new interior. Its holistic design creates a pleasant travelling environment through the use of light colours and appealing materials, making bus journeys a refreshing experience. For Solaris, this futuristic concept study is not just part of regular model evolution, but a significant step towards the fourth generation of the valued and established Urbino family of low floor buses.
The Solaris Urbino 18 Hybrid, now produced in its second generation, helps to stop climate change. 
Through its combination of diesel and electric engines and by recuperating energy during braking, the Solaris hybrid bus has been independently verified to save between 22% and 24% fuel. Its emissions are up to 80% lower than those of comparable buses with conventional diesel drive trains. The state-of-the-art Solaris Urbino 18 Hybrid thus significantly reduces the strain on the environment. In times of rising oil prices, it also is a clear winner in economic terms.
Solaris Low Entry buses will be represented by an Alpino 8.9 LE. The new midibus offers up to 27 comfortable seats at just 8.9 metres length and 2.4 metres width. Together with the the standard length Urbino 12 LE and the new three-axle Urbino 15 LE, it completes the Solaris range of Low Entry buses.
After Sales: Service and Spare Parts
The Solaris after sales divison will also be featured at IAA Commercial Vehicles 2008, presenting its complete range of service packages and spare part offers. With a close network of accredited service workshops and spare part stores, Solaris is always close to the customer. Solaris Service is constantly increasing its portfolio of topical training courses for bus drivers and workshop staff.
A must for enthusiasts and aficionados will be the Solaris shop at the exhibition stand in Hannover, with offers ranging from model buses to elegant clothes for casual wear.
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Solaris Bus & Coach sp. z o.o. is a leading producer of city and intercity buses in Europe. It focuses on the development of low-emission and zero-emission vehicles, i. e. electric and hydrogen buses as well as trolleybuses. Over 25,000 Solaris vehicles have been delivered so far and they ply the streets in 850 towns and cities across 33 countries located throughout Europe as well as beyond it. Solaris is part of the Spanish CAF Group (Construcciones y Auxiliar de Ferrocarriles) S.A. From conception, to the design and manufacturing phases, all Solaris buses are produced in Poland. All activities undertaken by the company are in line with its mission, which is reflected in the brand’s promise: to change the image of public transport. Solaris also actively partners with public transport operators and provides them with comprehensive support in their transition to zero-emission mobility. Solaris products have been repeatedly awarded for quality and innovation. The Urbino 18 hydrogen bus has won the prestigious 'Bus of the Year 2025' title.
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Mateusz Figaszewski
Institutional Partnerships and External Relations Director
mateusz.figaszewski@solarisbus.com
