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2025 Mercedes GLC 350e SUV Hybrid Sets A New Standard With 54-Mile Electric Range

Giancarlo Perlas August 25, 2024

The new Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e SUV plug-in hybrid sets a new standard in its segment with its 54-mile electric range. Prices for the hybrid SUV in US dealerships start at $59,000. The three-pointed star marque just unveiled the US-version of the new 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4MATIC SUV. The plug-in hybrid vehicle establishes a new benchmark in its class with a 54-mile range. The model is now in US dealerships with a starting price of $59,900. Besides its notable electric range, the model stands out with its sophisticated blend of luxury, performance, and advanced technology. Setting a New Benchmark The new GLC 350e makes its mark in the luxury SUV… Continue Reading »

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2024 Mercedes-AMG E 53 4MATIC Hybrid Caught In Spy Cam

Giancarlo Perlas November 16, 2023

A new spy video provided a sneak peek of the highly-anticipated Mercedes-AMG E 53 4MATIC Hybrid, which is poised to redefine the E-Class experience. Contrary to previous speculations, the new model belonging to the 214 series will reportedly ditch the V8 and 4-cylinder options, hinting at an innovative powertrain sourced from the Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Hybrid 4MATIC unveiled earlier. Electrifying Performance Breaking away from convention, the AMG E 53 Hybrid 4MATIC spied here boasts a robust combination of the latest Mercedes M256M series engine, churning out a formidable 449 horsepower (as seen in the S 500), and the efficient Mercedes P2 electric motor strategically placed between the engine and transmission…. Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-AMG CLE 63 Rumored Shift: Downsized Engine And Hybridized Power

Giancarlo Perlas November 9, 2023

Mercedes-AMG appears to be steering towards partial electrification for its upcoming CLE 63 model. The rumor mill suggests a notable transformation in the unit—a downsized engine with a hybrid setup. Revolutionizing Power Dynamics Sources within the automotive industry hint at a significant shift in the power dynamics of the AMG CLE 63. The anticipated downsizing of the engine is expected to embrace a more sustainable approach, aligning with the growing trend of hybrid technology in high-performance vehicles. This move, if materialized, marks a continuation of the company’s departure from the conventional powertrains, showcasing its commitment to environmental consciousness. AMG’s Hybrid Power Play The heart of this speculation lies in the… Continue Reading »

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Hydrogen-Powered Mercedes-Benz Unimog Undergoes Testing

Giancarlo Perlas April 29, 2023

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Mercedes-Benz subsidiary Daimler Truck is currently testing a Unimog prototype that comes with a hybrid engine combining diesel and hydrogen combustion. The automaker argues that some construction equipment may not be well-suited for battery-electric or hydrogen fuel-cell powertrains due to their high power needs, hence, the proposed alternative may present a more viable solution. According to Autoweek, Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks is testing the Unimog prototype with a lawn-mowing attachment in a publicly funded project by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, called WaVe project. Its goal is to determine whether the tasks of a diesel engine working as a multi-power distributor can be performed by a hydrogen-powered… Continue Reading »

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New Four-Seater Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe Spied In The Cold

Giancarlo Perlas February 23, 2023

Based on previous spy shots, the Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe is about to get a 2+2 layout. And no, we’re not referring to the 4-Door Coupe version of the car right now. Recently, one version of the high-performance vehicle was spotted while testing in cold weather. The video from CarSpyMedia shows the same level of camouflage found in the earlier spy shots of the two-door coupe. The wraps are seen covering the nose, parts of the sides, and the entire back of the car, including its rear windshield panels. As always, the covers indicate where most of the changes will be taking place in the revised version of the AMG GT…. Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-In Hybrid To Start At $122,550

Giancarlo Perlas February 16, 2023

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class Plug-In Hybrid is now available for order. According to Mercedes-Benz USA, the PHEV will start at $122,550 plus an extra $1,150 for the destination and delivery charges. The new S-Class Plug-In Hybrid has all the goodies of its purely gasoline-fed version. Available only in the S580e 4MATIC trim in the US, its powertrain has been revised to combine the 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine with a permanently excited synchronous electric motor powered by a 21.5 kWh battery pack for a hybrid setup. The total yield of the combination is 510 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque. All that power is enough to propel the luxury sedan from 0… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Maybach S580e Plug-In Hybrid Launched

Giancarlo Perlas February 10, 2023

The ultra-luxurious Mercedes-Maybach division just launched its first hybrid model. The new Mercedes-Maybach S580e is the fruition of the Mercedes-Maybach Vision 6 showcased at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance back in 2016. However, it is heavily based on the Mercedes-Benz S580e. The plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) is powered by a powerful inline-six engine and it’s complemented by a vast array of luxury elements. The Maybach S580e may be the production version of the Vision 6 but it shed some of the impractical styling elements of the concept in favor of optimization in performance, styling, utility, and safety. With that, it takes off from the platform of its Benz counterpart…. Continue Reading »

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