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Walmart’s New Transport Truck is Half Car/Half Train

Posted on the 06 March 2014 by Nrjperera @nrjperera

American retail giant, Walmart unveiled this brand new transport truck concept named “WAVE” or Walmart Advanced Vehicle Experience. With a radical design, the company plans to use this truck to cut down on fuel costs.

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The WAVE gets powered by a micro-turbine hybrid powertrain and can run on diesel, natural gas, biodiesel and other fuels as well. That design also takes a big part in fuel economy as it makes this truck 20 percent more aerodynamic than any other truck in Walmart’s possession.

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“It may never make it to the road, but it will allow us to test new technologies and new approaches,” stated Doug McMillon, President & CEO, Walmart.

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[Via: Wired / Source: Walmart Blog]
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