The R&D guys at Mercades are working on a new plug engine; a new plug-in hybrid technology. The automaker plans to utalize the technology on all of into models within the next 3 years. Here is the article below.

The information comes from Mercedes-Benz research and development chief Thomas Weber, who explained to Autocar during a recent interview that it “makes a lot of sense to bundle the high-price tech option to the sort of customers willing to pay for this sort of thing.”

The technology has already been previewed by last year’s Vision S500 Plug-In Hybrid Concept, which combined a 3.5L V-6 gasoline engine with an electric motor running on lithium-ion batteries.

Dropping this powertrain into the next-generation S-Class, which is also expected to benefit from a weight reduction program and aerodynamic aids, Mercedes-Benz could potentially deliver the promised 70 mpg luxury sedan.

There won’t be a purely electric version, however. Weber ruled such a car out due to concerns over its range. Note, however, that a plug-in hybrid version could potentially drive on all-electric power alone for short distances.

As for the rest of the lineup, expect a new range of “MoVe” modular V-6 and V-8 engines featuring direct-injection and turbocharging technologies.

 

Source: http://www.automotive-fleet.com/News/Story/2010/01/Plug-In-Hybrid-Option-for-Next-Gen-Mercedes-Benz-S-Class.aspx

 

 

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BMW now has 2 iPhone Apps

This story just in from Automotive Fleet magazine.

This shows how technology is taking great leaps and bounds.

The M Power app measures vehicle acceleration using your iPhone’s (or iPod Touch’s) built-in accelerometer. After securing the iPhone (via a windshield mount or just tossing it in a cup holder), the app will measure 0-60 mph times other user-customizable speeds in mph or kph. The app will also measure forward and lateral G-forces for users who want to take a spin on a skidpad. Users can also unlock different skins on BMW’s Web site to customize the look and feel of the app.

Although branded with the BMW M badge, the M Power app will work for any car you can fit an iPhone into. Unlike my favorite paid iPhone accelerometer-based speed computer, Dynolicious, BMW’s app doesn’t look like it will calculate your vehicle’s horsepower or torque. But at the low cost of “free,” the M Power app is a hard bargain to turn down.

Source: http://www.automotive-fleet.com/News/Story/2010/01/BMW-Launches-Free-M-Power-iPhone-Application.aspx?interstitial=1

 

The 2011Audi A8 has been unveiled and its a pretty one although its not as bulky as the older models and has gone through a few minor changes in the body and the sleek interior.  As many Audi fans wait for this vehicle there are two versions that will be released. The extended wheelbase and the normal wheel base which is to some more of a drivers car.  Here is an snippet of some of the features this new Audi has to offer.

The A8 NWB V8 is powered by a 4.2-liter FSI V8 that makes 372 horsepower and 328 pound-feet of torque and is mated to an eight-speed automatic. Audi says the car will sprint from zero to 60 mph in less than 5.7 seconds and is expected to deliver 15-percent better fuel economy than its predecessor. All-wheel drive is standard, and a sport differential is optional.

The 2011 Audi A8 will be here at SuperHeroCars

The new model features driver-selectable settings for suspension, steering, throttle, transmission and cornering lights. Among the available driver-assistance technologies are adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go, night vision with infrared thermal imaging and pedestrian detection, lane- and side-assist technology and automatic emergency braking.

The 2011 A8 also has a standard Bose surround-sound audio system, as well as an optional Bang & Olufsen advanced system with 1,400 watts and 19 speakers.

They have not given us any price ranges for this car as yet, but its ok. We here at SuperHeroCars now offer in house financing for those looking to attain such luxury.

Source: http://www.automotive-fleet.com/News/Story/2009/12/Revealed-2011-Audi-A8.aspx

What can i say about the R8?  Very Disappointed

                                                                                                                 Luigi