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Mercedes F1 Trucks Pioneers Biofuel Adoption, Embracing Sustainability In Motorsport

Giancarlo Perlas May 24, 2023

In a bold move towards environmental sustainability, Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula 1 team has announced its commitment to powering its race car transports trucks with biofuel. This move for the Mercedes F1 trucks aims to reduce the team’s overall emissions and pave the way for a more eco-conscious future in motorsport. Mercedes’ Biofuel Trial Success At select Grand Prix events in 2022, Mercedes conducted a successful trial of biofuel usage for its transporters, achieving an astounding 89% reduction in emissions compared to traditional fossil fuel based on a press release by Mercedes-Benz Media. Encouraged by these promising results, the team sought to overcome a significant hurdle: the cost cap limitations imposed… Continue Reading »

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1987 Mercedes-Benz Unimog Camper Conversion Just Got Sold In Auction

Giancarlo Perlas May 11, 2023

The Mercedes-Benz Unimog is a name synonymous with toughness, versatility, and off-road capability. A 1987 Unimog U1300L that has been transformed into an expedition vehicle was just sold on an auction platform this week. The Unimog is a heavy-duty truck that has been in production for decades and has gained a reputation for its unparalleled off-road capabilities, making it the perfect candidate for a camper conversion. The Custom 1987 Unimog Camper The customized 1987 Unimog U1300L is a burly vehicle with a green font cab. It is fitted with a boxy white living area mounted on the truck bed and giant Continental MPT tires that give it a unique appearance…. Continue Reading »

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The Future of Overlanding: A Hydrogen-Powered Unimog Overlander with Solar Awnings

Giancarlo Perlas May 5, 2023

Overlanding enthusiasts are in for a treat with Marceli Rogata’s latest project: a hydrogen-powered Mercedes-Benz Unimog overlander concept with solar awnings. This innovative design showcases the artist’s love for the outdoors, adventure, and exploration. It’s a clear demonstration of what the future of the overlanding industry might bring. Hydrogen Generator and Massive Solar Array Based on the details the author provided to Autoevolution, the Unimog overlander runs on hydrogen. It features a hydrogen generator that works in conjunction with a massive solar array on top. When used together, this setup can produce all the power needed to tackle even the most challenging terrains and in energizing the amenities within the… Continue Reading »

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Hydrogen-Powered Mercedes-Benz Unimog Undergoes Testing

Giancarlo Perlas April 29, 2023

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Mercedes-Benz subsidiary Daimler Truck is currently testing a Unimog prototype that comes with a hybrid engine combining diesel and hydrogen combustion. The automaker argues that some construction equipment may not be well-suited for battery-electric or hydrogen fuel-cell powertrains due to their high power needs, hence, the proposed alternative may present a more viable solution. According to Autoweek, Mercedes-Benz Special Trucks is testing the Unimog prototype with a lawn-mowing attachment in a publicly funded project by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action, called WaVe project. Its goal is to determine whether the tasks of a diesel engine working as a multi-power distributor can be performed by a hydrogen-powered… Continue Reading »

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The RG-33 Based on the Unimog is the Most Survivable MRAP Vehicle in the World

Giancarlo Perlas June 7, 2021

Earlier, we featured a Mercedes-Benz Unimog stash somewhere in Colorado, which is just another testament that a lot of custom configurations can be made from the truck. So from the expedition and race builds, we now go to one of its most versatile builds, the RG-33 Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicle that came into service in 2007 for the US Military. The RG-33 was designed by the BAE System and produced in the U.S. The unit was based on the RG-31 used by the South African National Defense Forces, which also utilized the Unimog platform and powered by a 123 hp Daimler-Benz OM 352A diesel engine. Unlike its predecessor… Continue Reading »

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Stash of Custom Mercedes-Benz Unimog Trucks Discovered in Colorado

Giancarlo Perlas June 2, 2021

The Mercedes-Benz Unimog may be sporting the three-pointed star emblem, but there is nothing luxurious about it. It is as rugged as it gets, and it can plow through obstacles that normal SUVs or trucks couldn’t. The auto can conquer uneven terrains and up to 8 feet of water, thanks to its marvelous engineering. The Unimog is a special kind of truck though because it is not just for delivering payload. It can be used as an alternative to the standard pickup truck like what Arnold Schwarzenegger did. The vehicle’s highly-customizable architecture makes it such a darling to tuners too as we have seen it transformed into all kinds of… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz Antos With Sideguard Assist Is The Perfect Delivery Truck

Giancarlo Perlas February 11, 2019

The Mercedes-Benz Antos distribution trucks with radar-based Sideguard Assist make for the perfect delivery vehicles that traditional brewery Hofbräu München opted for five of these trucks to go around urban traffic distributing to their clients. “For us, it’s absolutely essential that drivers and all other road users are as safe as possible on the roads,” Jürgen Breitsameter, head of logistics at Hofbräu München, said in a statement. Daimler Trucks & Buses is the only manufacturer to offer a safety assistance system fully integrated into their vehicle’s architecture. The radar-based Sideguard Assist enables cyclists and pedestrians to be protected because the driver will not overlook them during turbulent traffic conditions. The… Continue Reading »

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