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Word: superbus (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1970-1979
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...German firm of Neoplan Co. for some $600,000, the 594-ft-long Snoozer consists of two double-decker cars, joined by an accordion-like hinge, on an air-suspended chassis; it can traverse the bumpiest byway. Powered by a 10-cylinder, 400-h.p. Daimler-Benz diesel engine, the superbus can reach 80 m.p.h. and is as high and wide as the aw permits (13.12 ft. by 8.2 ft); a six-footer can walk its length without stooping...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Living: Mobile Motel | 3/19/1979 | See Source »

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