AMG SLS E-Cell

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Aug 25, 2010 | 08:03 PM

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AMG SLS E-Cell

http://www.topgear.com/uk/photos/mercedes-electric-SLS

528bhp and 649lb ft of torque of real deal, produced by four synchronous electric motors, and capable of reaching 125mph from a standstill in 11 seconds.

Aug 25, 2010 | 08:24 PM

HAZ-Matt

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Interesting. I wouldn't be too sad if I got one, but pure EV's aren't really zero emissions unless you have a power plant that is some sort of clean energy and not coal or petroleum.

Aug 26, 2010 | 03:44 AM

MikeGyver

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Originally Posted by HAZ-Matt

Interesting. I wouldn't be too sad if I got one, but pure EV's aren't really zero emissions unless you have a power plant that is some sort of clean energy and not coal or petroleum.

True, but a powerplant produces power a hell of alot more efficiently than a bunch of internal combustion car engines.

Aug 26, 2010 | 07:37 AM

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I <3 gull-wing doors.

Aug 26, 2010 | 07:41 AM

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I <3 gull-wing doors.

I totally agree. They are so gimmicky but I love gull wing doors.

Aug 26, 2010 | 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by HAZ-Matt

Interesting. I wouldn't be too sad if I got one, but pure EV's aren't really zero emissions unless you have a power plant that is some sort of clean energy and not coal or petroleum.

Don't tell the Greenies, their heads may explode.