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Mercedes-Benz receives world’s first internationally valid system approval for Level 3 conditionally automated driving

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As a result, the first customers will be able to buy an S-Class with DRIVE PILOT the first half of 2022, enabling them to drive in conditionally automated mode at speeds of up to 60 km/h (37 mph) in heavy traffic or congested situations on suitable stretches of highway in Germany. accidents or roadworks) from a digital HD map.

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Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC PHEV available to order in US starting from $122,550

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Starting from $122,550 and offering a WLTP range of more than 100 km (~62 miles), the Mercedes-Benz S 580e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid (PHEV) ( earlier post ) is now available to order and will arrive in US dealerships in the first half of 2023. Top speed mph 155 Top speed, electric mph 87 This is paired with a 21.5

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Efficient Drivetrains delivers Class-6 PHEV with CNG range-extender armored truck

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The industry-first Class-6 International brand armored truck was the first delivery from the company’s newly expanded Dixon, California hybrid and electric vehicle center of excellence. The truck offers 20+ miles of all electric range, and a top speed of 65 mph. The EDI PowerDrive 6000 has been durability tested over 1.5

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Mercedes launches new plug-in hybrid S 580 e; Gen4 hybrid system, 100 km electric range

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Mercedes-Benz is launching the new S 580 e plug-in hybrid, with which the fourth generation of the hybrid drive system is celebrating its premiere in the S-Class. The high power density of the hybrid traction head is achieved using a permanently excited synchronous motor with internal rotor. S 580 e combined fuel consumption: 1.5-1.1

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Tesla Model S Plaid reaches 140 MPH during first place run at Pikes Peak Hill Climb

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The Tesla Model S Plaid, driven by veteran Unplugged Performance team member Randy Probst, continues its domination of the Exhibition Divison at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. The Model S Plaid topped out at 136 MPH while driving at 14,000 feet above sea level. Pikes Peak International Hill Climb (@PPIHC) June 23, 2021.

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Volkswagen unveiling electric, fully autonomous I.D. VIZZION concept at Geneva; 413-mile range

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VIZZION concept at the Geneva International Motor Show next month. Volkswagen says that the premium-class MPV is showing the direction Volkswagen is taking in the technology and design of its future electric models. Its top speed is 180 km/h (112 mph). Volkswagen will unveil the electric, autonomous I.D. The new I.D.

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Mercedes-Benz introduces 2014 B-Class Electric Drive; on sale first in US in 2014

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Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive. Mercedes-Benz staged the world premiere of the production battery-electric 2014 B-Class Electric Drive at the New York International Auto Show; a concept version had appeared last year at the Paris Motor Show. Acceleration from 0-60 mph is under 10 s, and the top speed is 100 mph (160 km/h).

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