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Mercedes-AMG reveals performance hybrid and battery-electric AMG derivative strategy

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The resulting optimized weight distribution, the best possible utilization of torque and the very immediate power output promise driving dynamics at the highest level. The power of the electric motor is applied immediately with full torque, a characteristic of the design. Added to this are fast energy absorption and high power density.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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Combined system power is 887 hp (661 kW). It is based on knowledge gained by Porsche during motor races with the 911 GT3 R flywheel Hybrid ( earlier post ). liter V8 derived directly from the power unit of the successful RS Spyder. Weight and performance optimizations achieve a power output per liter of approx.

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Mercedes-AMG’s first performance hybrid entering series production

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As in Formula 1, the battery is specifically designed for fast power delivery and draw. 0 - 60 mph) takes 2.9 seconds, and 200 km/h (125 mph) is reached in less than ten seconds. Acceleration only ends at 316 km/h) (196 mph). Added to this are the fast energy draw and the high power density.

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