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The Mercedes-Benz battery-electric Vito E-CELL is ideal for inner-city operations(30/07/2010)
Experts are convinced that in highly populated areas with dense infrastructures, where exhaust and noise pollution levels are high, the future belongs to electrically powered vehicles. Additional incentives include a sense of responsibility on the part of businesses and not least the public relations effect of "clean" drive systems. Another motivating factor for the development of vehicles with electric drive is the conservation of finite resourc... [more]
Mercedes-Benz and smart install electric recharging points across their dealer networks(06/07/2010)
Mercedes-Benz and smart are preparing for the widespread uptake of electric vehicles (EVs) in the UK by beginning the installation of recharging points across their dealer networks. So far 20 Elektrobay recharging units, produced in the UK by Brighton-based Elektromotive, have been installed at seven locations as part of a pilot project, and further expansion of the initiative is planned later this year. smart will be starting public trials o... [more]
Prototype electric version of the Mercedes Vito Taxi ready for trials(30/03/2010)
A prototype electric version of the Mercedes Vito Taxi has been designed and built by a consortium of British technology companies. Part-funded by the UK Government’s Advantage Niche Vehicle Research & Development Programme, the prototype vehicle meets the demanding requirements of the London Carriage Office and can carry up to six people more than 120 kilometres on a single six hour charge. The E-Vito taxi uses a new 70kW version of Zytek’s e... [more]
Mercedes-Benz increases market share in the 1.8-3.5 tonne segment(16/02/2010)
Mercedes-Benz has reported its market share increased last year - despite the recession - in the 1.8-3.5 tonne segment. Following a strong 2009 sales performance by the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Vito model range, the brand secured market share of 14.96%, increasing its five year market share average by a remarkable 3.4 percentage points. Although not immune to the falling market (Mercedes-Benz experienced a drop in new van sales of 27% in 20... [more]
New Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate is now on sale(29/01/2010)
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate, now on sale, is setting a new benchmark for the premium estate sector, with enhanced practicality, class-leading load capacity, greater fuel efficiency and low emissions from just 150 g/km. New innovations are designed to make life easy - even from across a busy car park. The Easy-Pack electronic tailgate can be activated at the press of a button on the key, opening the tailgate and automatically raising ... [more]
Infiniti M Line will go on sale in European showrooms from September 2010(09/12/2009)
The all-new Infiniti M Line had its first outing at an unveiling in California, prior to US sales commencing in the spring. An earlier debut, in August this year, was as a “virtual” car created in 3D by video mapping – presaging a trend for “firsts” that the new M Line is well placed to expand upon. Featuring advanced Safety Shield technology, Infiniti’s latest example of Inspired Performance will be the first M to be available in all of Infiniti... [more]
Car manufacturers demonstrate the potential of hydrogen and fuel cell technology in Copenhagen(02/12/2009)
Hydrogen and fuel cell technology supplements batteries in electric vehicles and therefore provides the same convenience as gasoline and diesel with regards to fast refuelling and a long driving range. Many companies worldwide are investing in this technology aiming for a market introduction by 2015. A Parade of 14 vehicles featuring the latest innovations in fuel cell and hydrogen technology from the world’s main manufacturers has crossed the... [more]
Mercedes unveils Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID three-litre premium car(14/09/2009)
Shortly after the market launch of the S 400 HYBRID, Mercedes-Benz is presenting the Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID, first “three-litre car” in the premium class, at the 63rd IAA in Frankfurt. The technology vehicle displays the future of Mercedes-Benz’ modular set of hybrid systems. The Vision S 500 Plug-in HYBRID can drive for up to 30 kilometres solely on electricity and therefore without producing any local emissions. The efficient drive sys... [more]
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