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New Mercedes S-Class Plug-in Hybrid to debut at Frankfurt Motor Show

The new Mercedes S-Class (pictured) will arrive with a plug-in hybrid version in September We’ve known Mercedes were planning a plug-in hybrid version of the new S-Class as far back as 2009, and it now appears it will debut – as a 2014 model – at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show in September. When Mercedes revealed the Vision S500 Plug-in Hybrid Concept at Frankfurt in 2009, they had fitted it with a V6 petrol engine mated to a 44kw motor and a bank of lithium-ion batteries, and promised the hybrid S-Class would do 90mpg, have emissions of under 75g/km and manage 18 miles in EV mode. That means the hybrid S-Class would have performance comparable to the V8 petrol-engined S500 but attract no BIK or VED in the UK.

Geneva motor show 2014: CAR’s A-Z guide

By the CAR online team Motor Shows 12 February 2014 16:00 The 84th Geneva motor show kicks off on 6 March 2014, showcasing the latest in new production cars and outlandish concept designs. Headline debutants at this year’s event include the new twin-turbocharged Ferrari California T, Audi’s first series production hot supermini, the new Mercedes S-class Coupe, and a hardcore McLaren 12C 650S model to take on the Ferrari 458 Speciale. Click the links below to jump straight to CAR’s latest articles on the new cars of the 2014 Geneva motor show.

Bentley clears out parts with garage sale

Now here's a one-of-a-kind garage sale: Bentley Motors is looking to unload some original and unused parts and accessories. The automaker is opening up its headquarters in Cheshire, England, on Sept. 26-27 to pro buyers, owners and enthusiasts.