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

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At the heart of this is the AMG High Performance Battery (HPB) for the upcoming performance hybrid models. Development of the lithium-ion energy storage system began in 2016 and was inspired by technologies that have proven themselves in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Formula 1 hybrid racing cars.

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Porsche introduces 918 Spyder plug-in hybrid sports car

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This is especially beneficial to the lithium-ion traction battery, as it provides optimum performance at temperatures between 68 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. kWh, liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery pack comprises 312 individual cells and delivers 220 kW maximum power. Race Hybrid.

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

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kWh battery is 13 kilometers (8 miles). This compact design has numerous advantages: The electric motor acts directly on the rear axle and can therefore convert its power more directly into propulsion for extra boost when moving off, accelerating or overtaking. The electric-only range supported by the 6.1

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Mercedes-AMG’s first performance hybrid entering series production

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Electric range is 12 kilometers (7 miles). This compact design has numerous advantages: The electric motor acts directly on the rear axle and can therefore convert its power more directly into propulsion for that extra boost when moving off, accelerating or overtaking. In the AMG GT 63 S E PERFORMANCE, the 4.0-liter

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