Green Cars News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2009

If you weren’t already salivating with anticipation for next week’s Frankfurt Motor Show, then Mercedes Benz may just push you over the edge as it reveals its latest concept vehicle. Tags: Green cars Hybrid cars Latest news Mercedes. The vehicle achieves 73.5mpg and CO2 emissions are just 74g/km in the New European Driving Cycle.

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EV Central

JULY 7, 2023

A spin-off from the petrol-powered X1, the newly arrived iX1 compact SUV is undoubtedly proof of that. READ MORE: The electric year ahead: Every EV coming to Australia in 2023 READ MORE: The five best family EVs under $100K: From Tesla and Hyundai to Kia and Mercedes-Benz READ MORE: Can the Model Y outsell the HiLux and Ranger?

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Green Cars News

AUGUST 14, 2009

The old Trabant whose name means ‘foot soldier’, became the butt of many a joke thanks in part to its clattery two-stroke engine and very basic use of technology, including a petrol gauge in the form of a dipstick. As Germany united, the Traban could not compete with the popularity of sophisticated Audi, BMW or Mercedes models.

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Green Car Congress

JUNE 24, 2009

Today’s announcement signals our intent to reduce our dependence on petrol- and diesel-based engines, and determine the best practical alternatives. The research will include a focus on domestic recharging behavior over a 12-month period. The government investment will support the investment already made by the consortia themselves.

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EV Central

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Here you’ll find superb all-rounders from Hyundai, Tesla and Kia, plus entry-level versions from premium players like BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo. Australia’s EV options are ever-increasing, not least in the talent-packed sub-$100,000 arena. Our experts rank the best electric cars on sale costing between $80,000 and $100,000.

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EV Central

MARCH 22, 2023

Tesla Model 3 587km: Mercedes-AMG EQS53, $324,800 Rapid, high-priced AMG limo uses huge 107.8kWh battery for its 587km range, but fully exploit the EQS53’s 484kW and 950Nm and possible distance will quickly tumble. Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive and Performance versions don’t go as far, but they’re still impressive.

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Green Car Congress

MAY 14, 2012

The new Mercedes-Benz A-Class, due to begin sales in Europe in September 2012, features a wide choice of gasoline and diesel engines with up to 26% lower fuel consumption compared to comparable preceding models, accompanied by a considerable power increase. The new CAMTRONIC variable valve lift adjustment system debuts in the 1.6-liter

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Green Car Congress

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010

Mercedes-Benz is introducing four new diesel and gasoline engines for its luxury S-Class, including the first four-cylinder engine in its almost 60-year history, the S 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY diesel. Following the first spark discharge and a brief combustion period, the coil is rapidly recharged and a further spark is discharged.

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Green Cars News

JUNE 22, 2009

This means you can plug it directly into any UK mains 3 pin plug socket and it will happily recharge. The ed also borrows the tried and NCAP tested Tridion safety cell from the petrol driven smart. As a company car the smart ed brings big benefits.

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EV Central

MARCH 20, 2023

Tesla Model 3 Tesla Model 3 The Tesla Model 3 is not just a top selling electric car it’s the top selling mid-sized car , blitzing everything from the Toyota Camry and Mazda6 to BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Mercedes-Benz EQA Mercedes-Benz EQA250 The EQA leans on the successful GLA compact SUV but adds EV running gear.

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EV Central

NOVEMBER 25, 2022

Alfa Romeo Tonale – the Italian brand finally has a rechargeable car in its ranks in the form of the Tonale PHEV compact SUV. Kia Soul EV – as a petrol wagon the Soul received a luke warm reception in Australia, but with an all-electric drivetrain it promises so much more. Expect to see it Down Under in 2023.

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Drive Electric

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

That’s why the government has banned the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030. One of the big concerns we encounter when people are considering switching to an electric vehicle (EV) , is that they think it’s going to be much more expensive than a petrol or diesel car. Here we answer some of the key questions you’re likely to have.

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EV Central

JANUARY 15, 2024

Australia’s electric vehicle ranks are only getting more and more crowded, with new options seemingly arriving daily from the big prestige marques like BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi, as well as more mainstream brands like Kia. Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 SUV – $134,900 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE 300 SUV.

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EV Central

JULY 26, 2023

But the price is high, the equipment content is lower than the cheaper petrol Partner range and load carrying also takes a hit. litre turbo-petrol Partner is the $40,878 (plus on-road costs) long wheelbase Premium. Petrol models are rated up to 1037kg. But it’s still a big ask considering the most expensive 1.2-litre

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 21, 2009

Daimler/Mercedes Took over Daimler/Chrysler Sprinter PHEV program. Volvo Ford-owned company exploring PHEVs "ReCharge" flex-fuel series 60-mile concept PHEV w/wheel motors. They will buy a car and rent or lease the battery and the cost of leasing the battery will be the same as, or less than, the cost theyre paying today for petrol.

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EV Central

MARCH 27, 2023

Options are very limited for super-breeders needing more than five seats – although the Kia EV9 due late in 2023 will provide a tantalising option – but a huge advantage of going EV (if built on an electric vehicle-only platform) is roomier and smarter interior packaging compared to petrol and diesel vehicles.

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Tony Karrer Delicious EVdriven

APRIL 16, 2009

Please feel free to tell us what you believe to be the benefits of some of the various recharging modes mentioned above in the comments section below. Jason ↓ ↑ report 7 jharlan 10:41PM (4/09/2009) Home recharge with your home solar recharge station would be the most desirable for commuting from the suburbs.

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