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

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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. The reduced yaw damping and increased agility support dynamic maneuvers such as driving on winding country roads.

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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 development of the lithium-ion energy storage system is inspired by technologies that have already been proven in the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team’s Formula 1 hybrid racing cars. Level 3: Maximum energy recovery, making so-called “one-pedal” driving possible as in an all-electric car.

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