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Mercedes-Benz launches new S-Class with hybrid, diesel, gasoline models; 59 mpg PHEV model to come

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Mercedes-Benz’s new generation flagship S-Class, introduced at an elaborate event at Airbus in Finkenwerder, marks a number of technology firsts in numerous areas from comfort, to driver control, to efficiency. With the hybrid model, which combines a V6 gasoline engine with a compact hybrid module and Li-ion battery pack, the Mercedes?Benz

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Mercedes-Benz introducing diesel E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID with fuel economy of 56 mpg US; gasoline-engined E 400 HYBRID model to follow

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Mercedes-Benz is introducing the new E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID; the luxury-class diesel hybrid offers fuel consumption of 4.2 Daimler will introduce the Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID—equipped with a V6 gasoline engine—into in the US market, and later in other countries such as Japan and China. E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID Click to enlarge.

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Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC EQ Power Gen 3 PHEV offers increased range

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One of the greatest innovations compared with the previous version is the use of a torque converter with integrated lockup clutch as a starting device, and an additional clutch between the combustion engine and electric motor for all-electric driving. Gasoline/4 in-line. Acceleration 0-60 mph (s). est. Top speed (mph).

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EVI Introduces Line of EV/HEV Class 3-6 Commercial Vehicles

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During the Work Truck Show in Chicago, California-based Electric Vehicles International (EVI) has introduced a line of electric and hybrid Class 3-6 commercial vehicles to the US market. For a hybrid configuration, LNG, CNG or gasoline engine options are available. eviLightTrucks. eviLightTrucks.

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Mercedes-Benz introducing B200 Natural Gas Drive

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Mercedes-Benz will stage the debut of the new B 200 Natural Gas Drive member of the B-Class family at the upcoming Paris Motor Show (27 September to 14 October 2012). As a result, emissions are around 16% lower than those of the B 200 BlueEFFICIENCY with gasoline engine, which offers equal performance. Location of the storage tanks.

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Hyundai introduces hybrid version of new Sonata; 10% improvement in fuel economy over predecessor

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liter Nu GDI four-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that houses a more powerful 38 kW electric motor and clutch where the torque converter would normally be found. 2016 Sonata Hybrid offers best-in-class cargo volume at 13.3 The 2016 Sonata Hybrid features a downsized 2.0-liter

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New Mercedes C-Class Estate offers new 1.6L diesel, diesel hybrid options; gasoline plug-in hybrid model coming

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Mercedes-Benz is adding a new Estate (wagon) model to its C-Class family starting in September 2014. The powertrain range for the Estate, which includes diesel, gasoline and hybrid options, features a new 1.6-liter Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate (S 205) 2014: C 300 BlueTEC HYBRID & C 250 BlueTEC. l/100 km (54.7 mpg US) NEDC.

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