What's New - October 2005

Sat, 01 Oct 2005

Mercedes-Benz has released pictures of their F600 Hygenius, designed in their advanced studio in Yokohama. It is the latest in a series of research vehicles by DaimlerChrysler that encase their latest technologies: appropriately, the fuel cell is the focus this time. The car is proportionally similar to the B-Class, with gawky graphics blending windows with headlamp lenses. Inside, the extra glass drops almost to the H-point, giving a particularly airy atmosphere, while under the hood technology has progressed, Mercedes adopting the hybrid direction Toyota uses on the Fine-X. This places the fuel cell alongside a powerful lithium-ion battery. Power is now up to 115PS, answering criticism mounted against the low power output of previous incarnations ? though the additional battery and glass means the F600 is no lightweight. Lexus GS450 Daihastu UFE-III concept Audi Shooting Brake concept Mini Concept Tokyo Toyota Fine-X concept