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The sustainability of electric vehicles is more than just switching to batteries

At the UN Climate Change Conference (COP26), Mercedes will use it to present the concept of an electric delivery van that improves the environment, the Mercedes Sustaineer model.

The van has particle filters in the front and in the chassis with which it purifies the air regardless of the speed of movement. It is equipped with ceramic-coated discs to reduce the amount of dust in the air and limit brake wear, as well as other environmentally friendly technology.

It is equipped with solar panels on the roof to reduce the need for plug-in charging and increase range, an energy-saving heating system, cameras that monitor road conditions, digital mirrors that offer a better view, as well as biologically active light that keeps the driver awake thanks to lighting similar to daylight.

Inside, the cabin compartment is made of natural straw. Mercedes has also reduced noise pollution thanks to quiet electric drive, low-resistance tires and muffled automatic doors.

The vehicle is currently in the form of a concept, whether it will enter the production phase is currently unknown.

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Mercedes-AMG SL

The first Mercedes-Benz SL (Sport Leicht) was introduced back in 1954, and 67 years later, the seventh generation of one of the longest-lived models, the Mercedes-AMG SL, arrived on the scene.

Based on the new platform, the Mercedes-AMG SL will continue where the AMG GT Roadster model left off. Also, Mercedes returned to the traditional solution, giving up the hard folding roof. The new SL will only be offered in combination with a three-layer canvas folding roof. It takes 15 seconds to raise / lower the roof, and the procedure can be performed at speeds up to 60 km / h. This reduced the weight of the sports four-seater by an additional 21 kilograms.

The new SL is offered for the first time with an adaptive 4Matic + drivetrain and steering system that includes a rear axle. It will be offered in two versions, SL 55 4Matic + and SL 63 4Matic +, and will be powered by the same 4-liter biturbo V8 engine. The base version will have 469 hp (350 kW) and 512 lb-ft (694 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission through which power is transmitted to all wheels. It reaches 62 mph in 3.9 seconds with a top speed of 183 mph (295 km / h).

The more powerful version (SL 63 4Matic +) will have 577 hp (430 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm) of torque. Power is transmitted to all wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission. It reaches 62 mph in 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 196 mph (315 km / h).

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Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

The Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series was recently sold at auction. It is the most powerful version of the R230SL model that was produced in the period from 2001 to 2011.

The SL65 AMG Black Series is in good condition with a few minor scratches. It is equipped with a carbon body kit that includes ultra-wide fenders, sports bumpers, a bonnet with a vent, an active rear spoiler, a diffuser and a fixed roof in Iridium silver.

The interior is upholstered in black leather. There is a COMAND infotainment system from the last era, a new starting system, as well as dual-zone air conditioning.

The Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series is powered by an AMG 6.0-liter twin-turbo V12 engine with 661 hp (486 kW) and 737 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. The engine is paired with a five-speed automatic transmission that transmits power to the rear wheels. It reaches 62 mph in 3.8 seconds with a top speed of 199 mph (320 km / h).

The auction model is one of 350 units produced, with only 11,000 miles (18,000 kilometers). The new owner bought it for $ 405,000. Last year, one such 2009 SL65 AMG Black Series model with 10,000 miles (16,000 kilometers) was sold for $ 185,000.