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Mercedes-Benz to showcase pre-production version of coming GLC F-Cell fuel cell PHEV at IAA

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The GLC F‑CELL received its aerodynamic finishing touches in the wind tunnels in the Mercedes-Benz Technology Center in Sindelfingen: Even the most extreme weather events can be moved indoors here. The vehicles were driven on the proving grounds in Spain (IDIADA near Barcelona), Sweden (Arjeplog) and Germany (Boxberg), among others.

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Porsche’s 800V electric sports car Taycan makes world debut

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Porsche’s first all-electric sports car, the Taycan, made its world premiere at three simultaneous events in Canada, China and Germany. The top speed of both all-wheel-drive models is 260 km/h (162 mph). The rear axle module is installed parallel to the axle. The electric motors: synchronous motors with hairpin winding.

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Audi’s Gen2 A5 offers up to 17% more performance and up to 22% lower fuel consumption

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Nine years after the launch of the mid-size A5, Audi unveiled the second-generation A5 and S5 Coupé during an event at the company’s headquarters in Ingolstadt. The new Audi A5 Coupé will launch in Germany with five engines: two gasoline TFSI and three diesel TDI units. mph) takes 4.7 Audi S5 Coupé. seconds.

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Upcoming Mercedes-Benz E-Class driver assistance package to enable semi-automated driving

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At speeds up to 130 km/h(81 mph), the system is not dependent on clearly visible lane markings; it can also intervene actively if the lines on the road are unclear—as is often the case at road works—or even if there are no lines on the road at all. Active Brake Assist is active in a speed range from 7 to 250 km/h (4.4

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Mercedes-Benz introduces production version of SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive super sports car

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The price in Germany (incl. The new, conventional V8 SLS AMG Roadster going on sale next month carries a price in Germany, including VAT, of €213,010 (US$274,074).). Top speed (electronically limited) is 250 km/h (155 mph). Installed in a home garage, this technology provides a 22 kW quick-charge function.

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Audi introduces Q7 e-tron quattro diesel PHEV SUV at Geneva; 138 mpg US

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The new two-phase charging technology installed in the new Q7 e-tron quattro allows charging with up to 7.2 They range from changeover to renewably generated electricity (Audi Energy) to installation and customer service. In the event of moderate or sharper deceleration, the hydraulic brakes come into play. The 6-cylinder 3.0

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World premiere of new smart fortwo and forfour

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In 2013 the smart electric drive car was the market leader in Germany and ranked third in Europe and fifth worldwide in the registration statistics for electric cars. Today, five years after the market launch, China is the third most successful market for smart, after Germany and Italy. smart fortwo vs. S-Class.

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