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APRIL 9, 2013

Mercedes-Benz is offering a new 4-cylinder gasoline engine for the GLK-Class compact SUV—the first gasoline four-cylinder offered on the range. direct-injection engine delivers output of up to 155 kW (211 hp) and torque of 350 N·m (258 lb-ft). mpg US) (180-176 g CO 2 /km). liters per 100 kilometers (30.6

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AUGUST 15, 2013

Mercedes-Benz previewed the new 2015 GLA-Class compact SUV prior to its global debut at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt next month. The GLA, which will go on sale in 2014, is Mercedes-Benz’ first entry into the fast-growing compact SUV segment. mpg US ) and 114 g CO 2 per kilometer (provisional figure).

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DECEMBER 16, 2013

Mercedes-Benz has launched its new C-Class, featuring a lightweight design concept with weight savings of up to 100 kg (220 lbs); excellent aerodynamics and new, economical engines along with a hybrid model. New C-Class launch engines. l/100 km/mpg US. A new small diesel engine with a displacement of 1.6

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OCTOBER 3, 2010

Honeywell Turbo Technologies launched three innovative turbocharger technologies designed to enable fuel efficiency and performance on several of the newest premium engines featured at this year’s 2010 Paris Motor Show. Mercedes says that its new 3.0L Mercedes says that its new 3.0L The new Mercedes Benz 4.6L

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NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Mercedes-Benz is introducing a Shooting Brake version of its CLA compact coupé. Two years ago, with the CLS Shooting Brake, Mercedes-Benz created a sports car with five seats and a large tailgate. The new CLA Shooting Brake is the latest member of Mercedes’ successful compact range, which now includes five models. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 4, 2010

Mercedes-Benz introduced the E 300 BlueTEC diesel HYBRID at the Geneva Motor Show. The new vehicle—Mercedes’ first production diesel hybrid, and based on its modular hybrid system ( earlier post )—pairs a 2.2-liter liter four-cylinder diesel engine developing 150 kW (204 hp) with a hybrid module incorporating a 15 kW electric motor.

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AUGUST 31, 2011

After five years and use exclusively in AMG engines, twin-wire arc spraying technology will now also be used in the series production of Mercedes-Benz diesel engines to reduce friction and increase wear resistance. Mercedes-Benz was the developer of what is now known as Nanoslide technology. liter AMG engines.

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JULY 29, 2014

Mercedes-Benz introduced its new Vito model series for the mid-size van (2.5–3.2 The variety of diesel engines available in the new Vito is also unique in the model’s segment. The front-wheel drive variants are equipped with a compact, transverse-mounted four-cylinder engine with 1.6-liter Click to enlarge. t GVW) segment.

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DECEMBER 21, 2011

Mercedes-Benz is is launching two new luxury hybrids in its core segment: the diesel-electric E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID, and the gasoline-electric E 400 HYBRID. —Professor Dr. Thomas Weber, Daimler Board Member for Group Research and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars Development. L/100 km (56 mpg US). E300 BlueTEC HYBRID. E400 HYBRID.

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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. liters per 100 kilometers (41 mpg US) NEDC, corresponding to CO 2 emissions of 149 grams per kilometer. Earlier post.).

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JULY 15, 2014

Mercedes-Benz is adding a new Estate (wagon) model to its C-Class family starting in September 2014. Depending on its configuration, the single-stage turbocharged engine generates 85 or 100 kW (116 or 136 hp) of power from a displacement of 1598 cc and delivers 280 or 300 N·m (207 or 221 lb-ft) of rated torque. mpg US) NEDC.

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JULY 10, 2014

Mercedes-Benz has outlined areas of actual synergies between its F1 motorsport activities with Mercedes AMG Petronas and Mercedes-Benz Cars. Thomas Weber, Member of the Daimler Board of Management responsible for Group Research and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars Development. liters for 100 kilometers (84 mpg US).

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JUNE 26, 2014

liter EcoBoost engine ( earlier post ) was named 2014 International Engine of the Year for the third consecutive year. EcoBoost was also named Best Engine Under 1.0-Liter The Best Green Engine Award this year went to the Tesla Model S electric powertrain. liter EcoBoost engine are now available in 72 countries worldwide.

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MAY 14, 2012

liter gasoline engine. 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. liters (48 mpg US). Click to enlarge.

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DECEMBER 17, 2012

Mercedes-Benz has introduced the updated 2014 E-Class Sedan and Wagon, featuring an array of new driver assistance systems in addition to new fuel efficient engines. Both the E-Class sedan and wagon offer a range of gasoline and diesel engines, all coming with the ECO start/stop system as standard equipment. Earlier post.).

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MARCH 31, 2014

Source: Mercedes-Benz. It was not possible, however, to achieve the very good figure shown by the preceding model at the time of market exit, Mercedes-Benz said. l/100 km (31 mpg US and 31.8 mpg) at the time of the market launch in 2007 or from between 6.4 mpg) at the time of discontinuation in 2013 to between 5.5

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AUGUST 11, 2014

Mercedes-Benz will replace conventional aluminum pistons with a new generation of steel pistons in the V6 diesel engine of the E 350 BlueTEC in September. Mercedes-Benz has already announced the coming use of steel pistons in the OM 626 four-cylinder diesel produced by Renault and applied in the C-Class Estate. Earlier post.).

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MARCH 26, 2015

Keeping pace with its announced intention to roll out 10 plug-in hybrids by 2017 ( earlier post ), Mercedes-Benz introduced the new GLE550 e 4MATIC plug-in hybrid (PHEV) along with the other members of the new GLE family of full-size SUVs. The GLE550 e is Mercedes-Benz’ first plug-in hybrid SUV. l/100 km, 71 mpg US).

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MARCH 18, 2015

Compared to the gasoline-engined C 250, the Mercedes-Benz C 350 e plug-in hybrid ( earlier post ) can reduce full life-cycle (manufacture, use over 200,000 km and recycling) CO 2 emissions by some 26% (9.6 liters per 100 kilometres (98 - 112 mpg US), or 55 – 48 g CO 2 /km) and up to 31 kilometres (19 miles) of all-electric driving.

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JANUARY 25, 2011

Over its entire life cycle—from production and operation over more than 250,000 kilometers up to recovery— the new Mercedes-Benz CLS emits 30% less CO 2 than its predecessor did when it was launched in 2004, according to TÜV Süd. mpg US) on its market entry in 2004 to 6.8 L/100 km (23.3 L/100 km (34.6

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2010

Mercedes-Benz is introducing new V6 and V8 gasoline direct injection engines for the CL and S Class that increase output by as much as 12.5% The new V6 and V8 power plants for the luxury saloons and coupés from Mercedes-Benz establish a modular and flexible gasoline engine family. mpg US) and 234 g/km CO 2.

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OCTOBER 7, 2009

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has designated the new Mercedes-Benz 2010 S400 Hybrid ( earlier post ) as eligible for the Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit as a Qualified Hybrid Motor Vehicle. Mercedes-Benz S400 Hybrid customers are eligible for a one-time tax credit of up to $1,150.

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MAY 27, 2016

Mercedes-Benz is investing about €3 billion (US$3.4 billion) in engine technology to ensure further improvements in fuel consumption and emissions in gasoline and diesel engines in current as well as current vehicles, according to Prof. Exhaust aftertreatment systems. Click to enlarge. The E 220 d now consumes as little as 3.9

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MARCH 27, 2015

Testing was also conducted at the DTNA Detroit engineering facility to demonstrate engine efficiency by achieving 50.2% engine brake thermal efficiency. mpg (19.26 mpg (19.26 liter engine, a hybrid system, a Waste Heat Recovery (WHR) system, along with a number of other upgrades.

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JANUARY 10, 2013

Just a few months after the launch of the new A-Class, Mercedes-Benz is now adding two BlueEFFICIENCY Edition models to the range. l/100 km (65 mpg US) according to the MVEG cycle and CO 2 emissions of 92 g/km—making the new A 180 the most fuel-efficient combustion-engined Mercedes-Benz yet, according to the company.

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MARCH 6, 2014

Design of the Mercedes-Benz automatic transmission 9G-TRONIC. Mercedes-Benz’ new 9-speed 9G-TRONIC, the first rear-wheel drive nine-speed automatic transmission with torque converter, is making its debut in the E 350 BlueTEC as the standard transmission paired with the 185 kW (252 hp) V6 diesel. Click to enlarge. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2014

Mercedes-Benz is extending the model range of the new S-Class with the particularly economical European market S 300 BlueTEC HYBRID ( earlier post ), the second S-Class hybrid after the S 400 HYBRID. As perspective, over the course of ten years, Mercedes-Benz has cut fuel consumption in the 150 kW performance class by almost half.

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DECEMBER 23, 2010

Mercedes-Benz has restyled the 2012 C-Class sedan and lowered fuel consumption by as much as 31%. Efficiency-enhancing measures include new engines, an improved 7-speed automatic transmission with the gear ratios on all versions optimized for fuel economy, and the ECO start/stop function. L/100km (53 mpg US)—0.4

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NOVEMBER 13, 2009

Mercedes-Benz will launch the ML450 HYBRID ( earlier post ) in the US on 16 November. Mercedes-Benz will offer the two-mode ML450 HYBRID as part of a special lease only option (no purchase) for a monthly lease price of $659 per month for 36 months and $549 per month for 60 months. The new Mercedes-Benz ML450 HYBRID uses a 3.5-liter

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

Despite drastically more stringent emission standards for nitrogen oxides and particulates, the fuel consumption of Mercedes-Benz heavy trucks has been reduced by 22% over the last 20 years, according to the results of a comparative test drive certified by the test organization DEKRA. mpg US); The Actros 1846 Euro III consumed 37.4

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AUGUST 28, 2009

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL at the OMV hydrogen filling station at Stuttgart Airport. Mercedes-Benz is launching its first series-produced fuel cell car: the new B-Class F-CELL. liter gasoline car and is suited for everyday driving, Mercedes says. liter gasoline car and is suited for everyday driving, Mercedes says.

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DECEMBER 1, 2014

The Mercedes-Benz S 500 PLUG-IN HYBRID ( earlier post ) can cut CO 2 emissions by some 43% when recharged using the European electricity mix and by up to 56% when using hydroelectricity compared to the conventional S 500 model on a full lifecycle basis, according to the environmental certificate awarded by TÜV SÜD. Source: TÜV SÜD.

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MAY 17, 2015

With the 2016 XC90 ( earlier post ) heading to dealerships across the US, Volvo Cars gave media an opportunity to experience the next generation of its full-size luxury SUV—in both its conventional T6 and plug-in hybrid T8 Drive-E Twin Engine forms—in and around Los Angeles. Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 10, 2011

Mercedes-Benz E 200 NGT. In parallel with its appearance at the Geneva Show, Mercedes-Benz’ new E 200 NGT BlueEFFICIENCY with bi-fuel natural gas drive is rolling out to European dealers. The basis for the natural gas engine is provided by the four-cylinder supercharged "Kompressor" engine with an output of 120 kW (163 hp).

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AUGUST 21, 2013

Mercedes-Benz unveiled the third hybrid model of the new S-Class, the S 500 PLUG-IN HYBRID, prior to its introduction in a few weeks at the Frankfurt Motor Show. liter turbocharged V6 engine. liter turbocharged V6 engine. Fuel consumption is 3 l/100 km (78 mpg US ), with about 30 km (18.6 S 500 PLUG-IN HYBRID.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

At the 64 th IAA Commercial Vehicles Show, Daimler is unveiling the latest result of its “Aerodynamics Truck & Trailer” initiative, the new Mercedes-Benz Aerodynamics trailer and separate Aerodynamics rigid truck. With the new Actros, Mercedes-Benz introduced its most efficient heavy-duty truck. mpg US). >. in long-haul usage.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2014

BlueDIRECT 2.0L, 4-cylinder direct injection engine operates in stratified lean-burn or homogeneous modes. Mercedes-Benz announced that seven new versions of the Mercedes-Benz A-, B- and CLA-Class now offer enhanced fuel savings compared with their respective predecessors. mpg US)—7% less compared to its predecessor.

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