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

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Mercedes-AMG laid out its new electrified drive strategy , which is based on two pillars: Performance hybrids with a completely independent drive concept under the technology label E PERFORMANCE. Battery-electric AMG derivatives based on the new Mercedes Electric Vehicle Architecture (EVA) for luxury and premium-class vehicles.

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GOGORO Smart Scooters (TESLA of Scooters) to Launch Battery Swapping Stations in India

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Gogoro is a Taiwanese company that developed a battery swapping refueling platform for urban electric two-wheel scooters, mopeds, and motorcycles. On April 21, 2021, Gogoro announced a strategic partnership with the world’s top two-wheel vehicle maker, Hero MotoCorp, to roll out its Gogoro Network battery swapping in India.

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New Mercedes-AMG C 63 S E PERFORMANCE 680hp hybrid with technology transfer from Formula 1

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The electric powertrain and the high-performance battery with 400 volts are AMG-exclusive, in-house developments. Just like in Formula 1, the battery is specifically designed for fast power output and draw with innovative direct cooling of the cells. kWh battery is 13 kilometers (8 miles). a P3 hybrid.

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Mercedes-AMG’s first performance hybrid entering series production

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The concept includes a distinctive drive layout with an electric motor and battery on the rear axle as well as a high-performance battery developed in-house. As in Formula 1, the battery is specifically designed for fast power delivery and draw. The lightweight high-performance battery is also located above the rear axle.

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Audi to increase participation in Formula E; full factory-backed motorsport program for 2017/2018

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In the light of these plans, adapting our motorsport program and taking up a commitment in a fully electric racing series is only a logical move. With quattro drive we revolutionized rally racing and subsequently set standards in circuit racing as well. Now we intend to repeat this in fully electric racing.

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