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Mercedes Vision EQXX with a range of 746 miles

Earlier this year, Mercedes revealed its new electric concept, the Vision EQXX, which was claimed to have a range of 600 miles (1,000 km). Now this model has set a new record with a range of 746 miles (1,202 km).

Mercedes has equipped the EQXX with air curtains, covers and moving elements including a rear diffuser that pulls out at higher speeds, Bridgestone tires with ultra-low rolling resistance. Inside, there’s an 8K resolution 120.6cm screen with a navigation system with 3D graphics showing the city from a “satellite perspective” up to 10 feet high.

The Mercedes Vision EQXX is powered by a single electric motor with 245 hp (180 kW). The journey started from Stuttgart and after two days, 14 hours and 30 minutes the car reached the famous British Silverstone circuit. The EQXX consumed an average of 8.3 kWh per 100 kilometers, and the average speed was 52 mph (83 km / h). The car is equipped with Mercedes batteries that allowed an additional 11 laps (64.8 kilometers) at a speed of 87 mph (140 km / h).

The car is equipped with 30 percent lighter batteries than those found in the Mercedes EQS models. The battery capacity is not known, and Mercedes announced that it is less than 100 kWh. The range was also helped by a 117-cell solar panel which provides energy for the HVAC system (which worked for more than eight hours), lights and infotainment system.

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2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC

The world premiere of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC took place yesterday, and it will be offered with an electrified two-liter turbo petrol and turbodiesel engine. It is a continuation of the successful SUV story that began with the GLK model.

The new Mercedes-Benz GLC will be powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder turbo petrol and turbodiesel engines combined with an electric motor. Three of them are mild hybrid versions (MHEV – Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle) with integrated starter / generator of the second generation (ISG) and power range from 197 to 258 hp. There will also be plug-in hybrid technology with a range of 313 to 381 hp. The engines will be paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission. PHEV versions without the assistance of an internal combustion engine allow an electric range of 100 kilometers.

Mercedes has changed the dimensions of the new GLC model, which is 60 mm longer and 4 mm lower than its predecessor. The wheelbase has also been increased, as has the wheelbase. This provides more space for passengers and luggage. Inside, the design of the luxuriously equipped cabin with details is taken from the new S-Class.

The car is equipped with adaptive suspension, and also boasts excellent handling and agility. There are several sets of rims on offer, from 18 to 20 inches, and the driver has several driving modes available that provide enviable performance even on the off-road.

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Mercedes stops offering cars with manual transmission in Europe

The news that the manual gearbox will become a thing of the past in Europe will surely sadden some Mercedes car enthusiasts. A spokesman for Mercedes confirmed this information to Automobilwoche, saying that the decision will be implemented gradually, which was hinted at two years ago, all with the aim of reducing costs.

“Given the development of electrification, we have noticed that demand is shifting to components of electric mobility, batteries and (partly) electric propulsion systems,” a Mercedes spokesman said.

Currently, Mercedes in Europe offers the A-Class, B-Class and CLA with manual transmission. The decision to withdraw cars with manual gearboxes from the offer in other parts of the world (such as the USA) was made a few years ago. Of course, all electric EQ cars have an automatic gearbox like most electric cars in the world. Also, more expensive AMG models traditionally come with automatic transmissions.

Mercedes has not said the exact deadline for the cessation of manual transmission offerings, but some (like the Stuttgarter Zeitung) believe this could happen in 2023. This could mean that the new A-Class will only be available with an automatic transmission, as will the new B-Class and CLA models.

Source: Mercedes-Benz