www.chinabuses.org: On 25 August, the first 20 electric buses formally run in No.239 bus route in Changchun. The journalist experienced it and felt comfortable for riding.

Compared with the conventional fuel bus, electric bus has good sealing effect, cleanness and light noise even though in the condition of 40km/hr. Zero noise, emission and quick acceleration is the direct impression of electric buses. One driver said that "It is really low energy consumption and cost-saving." and when mentioned energy consumption comparison between electric bus and fuel bus, he said "It is amazing that the power is still full after the driving of 15 kilometers with the cost of 15 Yuan for charging."