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some facts about electric vehicles

Some facts about Electric Vehicles

Behind the history of the electric vehicle are more than hundred years. Yes, I was surprised to find out this too. In particular, their history began in the middle years of the 19th century. However, at this time it was really costly to afford such automobile. Moreover, compared to internal combustion vehicles, the electric ones had much lower speed. Gradually this led to their extinction worldwide. Nowadays what we experience is quite the opposite. As we can see ourselves on the market are gra

the carlsson ck63 rs (cls 63 amg) at geneva

The Carlsson CK63 RS (CLS 63 AMG) at Geneva

It's rare to see people expressing discontent from an AMG product, but just to be safe, German tuning house Carlsson have an ambitious project - The Carlsson CK63 RS. It is based on the current Mercedes-Benz CLS 63 AMG but with a bigger bite, lower ride and a dash of exclusivity. Carlsson do mean business, for a performance bundled version of the CK63 RS is set to appear to the public at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. The standard CLS 63 AMG with Performance package has a 5.5 V8 biturbo engine that feeds 557 BHP and

mercedes-benz iphone on wheels - a-class interior [pictures]

Mercedes-Benz iPhone on wheels - A-Class interior [pictures]

Mercedes-Benz will fully integrate Apple iPhone into their vehicles. This means that Mercedes-Benz is now able to offer the Facebook generation its natural home on four wheels, in the form of the new A-Class. Along with Facebook, Twitter and so on, the "Digital DriveStyle App" developed by Daimler offers further services and content to suit the digital lifestyle and will be available to download free of charge from the Apple iTunes store. Its hig

sr mercedes-benz c63 amg

SR Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

The new project developed from the tuners SR Auto Group is the astonishing SR Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. It is all painted with matte black, thus making it look far greater and empowering. The color is one the best ones which any sport car can have today. This unique shade gives even sportier stance and when one sees its mate black body one will turn their head twice for sure! This project has been done with the collaboration of SR Auto Group with Inspired Autosport – well known tuners from Tor

mercedes-benz vito e-cell

Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL

The Mercedes-Benz Vito E-CELL is the world’s first electric van, which is now eligible for the Government’s new Plug-In Van Grant, reducing costs by 20%. There are several regulations needed to be fulfilled like emitting less than 75g/km CO2, be capable of at least 60 miles (100 km) between charges and a top speed of more than 50mph (80 km/h). Vito E-CELL is powered by an electric motor with 82PS (60 kW) and 280Nm (207 lb-ft). It has 16 Lithium-ion battery modules with a combined capacity

2012 mercedes-benz sl 63 amg

2012 Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG

The new 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG is another masterpiece from Mercedes-AMG. This SL 63 AMG is available with a choice of two power outputs. The AMG 5.5-litre V8 'biturbo' (twin-turbocharged) engine, which delivers 395 kW (537 hp) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) of torque. If the AMG Performance package is specified, these figures are increased to 415 kW (564 hp) and 900 Nm (664 lb-ft). The acceleration is from 0 to 100 km/h in only 4.3 or 4.2 seconds and to 200 km/h in 12.9 or 12.6 seconds respective

wheelsandmore mclaren mp4-12c and sls amg

Wheelsandmore McLaren MP4-12C and SLS AMG

A brave project involving two cars – one iconic and the other a technological masterpiece – has been completed and the results are now exposed to our judgment – Welcome to the Wheelsandmore AMG SLS and the “Toxique Evil” McLaren MP4-12C. Deviations from standardness manifest themselves in engine and exhaust tweaks, custom suspensions, wheels and the lot. Wheelsandmore McLaren MP4-12C “Toxique Evil” The McLaren already has a potential nuclear bomb for an engine so why not squeeze it for more juice. S

classic mercedes-benz 300sl - a walkthrough

Classic Mercedes-Benz 300SL - A Walkthrough

I want to talk about classics. These days we have so much technology at our front step that we have lost the ability to appreciate it. A thrust back in time might just be the thing that will kick-start the part of us which admires pure and brave automotive innovation. I am talking about the Mercedes-Benz 300SL – a car which, for a time, was the fastest one around, a car that was and still is in a class of its own. In the 50’s, Germany was still experiencing the aftermath of war. The country was split and times

most collectible cars from the present

Most Collectible Cars from the Present

Here is a short list of some of the most collectible cars from the present, which in my opinion, are going to cost even more amount of money in the near or distant future. They are unique in several aspects, including style, speed, expense and produced examples of their particular model. Such cars are driven for prestige and are considered as a symbol for high status. Let’s start with Dodge Viper, which undeniably is one of the most famous cars ever produced. Its production started back in

some of the most wanted and expensive collectible cars from the past

Some of the most wanted and expensive collectible cars from the past

Have you ever wondered which are some of the most desirable cars from the past? "Which models collectors are crazy for?" is the question asked here. And there goes the answer, including five of the most wanted and expensive cars made in the past. The first car to be mentioned here is the 1931 Bentley 4 1/2-Liter model. This particular vehicle has only 49 similar to it, which means that there were only 50 ever produced. Hence, the immediate con

brabus b-class project

Brabus B-class project

There's a new Brabus exterior program for the new Mercedes B-Class. All alterations made on the body are not only visual but purposeful as well – aerodynamic enhancements thanks to the OEM quality high-grade Pur-R-Rim plastic components. The Brabus provided front spoiler is an attachment for the standard bumper and deals with the prevention of front axle lift. There's also an attachment for the rear fascia which has been thoughtfully cut out in order to house the Brabus quad sport exhaust sys

mercedes sl prior design aerodynamics

Mercedes SL Prior Design Aerodynamics

PriorDesign, the aerodynamic kit producing company for performance cars, is out with a new offer – the PD-BlackEdition Widebody kit for the Mercedes SL (R230)*. The Prior people are notable for going for the seamless and sublime but when it comes to an SL, words such as flamboyant and dramatic come to mind. And the kit is very striking indeed. Prior's products are made from quality Dura-Flex FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic). This material is characterized by an excellent surface finish that pro