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Mercedes-Benz eActros – a new era of electric vehicles

The world premiere of the Mercedes-Benz eActros took place a few days ago. This is a new era of electric Mercedes-Benz Truck.

After 2016, when the concept of a heavy-duty distribution vehicle was introduced, the time came for Mercedes-Benz to introduce its first electric truck.

“We have to acknowledge that transport is part of the problem when it comes to climate change. At the same time, we can and we will be part of the solution. We start with our eActros that has covered more than half a million kilometers on public roads. The eActros and its dedicated services are a big step for Mercedes-Benz Trucks and for our customers towards CO₂-neutral transport,”said Karin Rådström, Member of the Management Board at Daimler Truck AG and responsible for Mercedes- Benz Trucks.

The Mercedes-Benz eActros is powered by two electric motors, which are powered by 3 or 4 batteries with a total power of 315 kWh or 420 kWh (depending on the version). This allows a truck with a larger battery to cover a range of 250 miles (400 km), or 186 miles (300 km) with a smaller battery. It takes a little over an hour to charge a 20-80% battery.

Electric transport trucks allow owners to use vehicles during the night as well as to enter city areas where traffic for diesel vehicles is prohibited.

At Mercedes-Benz, great attention is paid to the safety of vehicles and drivers. With the eActros model, Mercedes-Benz Trucks not only provides active safety, in the form of standard integrated systems such as MirrorCam, Sideguard Assist S1R or the fifth generation Active Brake Assist (ABA) system with the ability to detect pedestrians, but also the challenges associated with electrical vehicles and their high voltage systems.

Source: Daimler

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The Hyundai Elantra N arrives on July 14th

From Hyundai comes the new Elantra N based on the standard Elantra model. The N model will be unveiled on July 14.

Hyundai N department will, by presenting the Elantra N model, take a step forward compared to the Elantra N Line. As there is currently no information on the performance of the new model, photos have been leaked to the public showing what the N model might look like.

According to unconfirmed information, the N model should be powered by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo gasoline engine with 276 hp and 289 lb-ft (392 Nm) of torque. The engine will be paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission.

Some information suggests that the Elantra N should be equipped with an electrically controlled differential, 13.6-inch front and 12.4-inch rear brakes, and a sophisticated multiple suspension setup.

Source: Hyundai

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Fiat Yachting Collector’s Edition – 500C and 500X

Sailing, summer and the sea are just some of the associations of the new Fiat Yachting Collector’s Edition, behind which hide the 500C and 500X models.

The new Fiat crossover 500X is equipped with an electric folding roof made of soft material. Unlike the panoramic roof on the previous model, the roof of the new 500X offers more light and open skies, without losing on structural strength.

The Fiat 500X rides on 18-inch wheels, while the door handles and mirror frames are made of chrome. The only thing that distinguishes it from its predecessor is the roof and ivory stripes that run along the shoulder line.

Inside, the seats are upholstered in white upholstery with blue accessories. The dashboard is made of mahogany with the Yahting emblem.

The smaller 500C model is also blue, but in a slightly lighter shade, and is equipped with 16-inch rims. It has chrome mirror covers and a front grille. The seats are white with leather inserts with an embroidered blue logo.

The first 500 copies will receive a badge with the initials of the country in which they were sold (Spain, Germany, Italy, France, Switzerland).

Source: Fiat

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