DaimlerChrysler reportedly has unveiled a diesel-powered concept car that it said would meet tough emissions standards and get better fuel economy than conventional vehicles.
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According to the Associated Press (AP), the Mercedes-Benz bionic car, premiered at the company’s Impact on America conference, includes diesel technology that will be used in future vehicles made by the automaker to help address federal pollution rules that go into effect in 2007.
DC told AP the bionic car combines aerodynamics and a lightweight construction with fuel economy of about 70 miles per gallon – the four-seat, streamlined vehicle was inspired by the boxfish for its aerodynamic and efficient form.
The car features catalytic converter technology that would reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by up to 80%, AP added.
Company officials told the Associated Press they were working to develop hybrid and clean diesel technology to meet a growing demand.
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By GlobalData“We do believe that both technologies will grow and flourish in this country,” said Chrysler Group chairman Dieter Zetsche reportedly said.
AP noted that the company on Monday announced plans to invest nearly $40 billion in North America during the next five years and, on Tuesday, Zetsche said DaimlerChrysler and General Motors Corp. would complete talks by the end of the year to develop a two-mode hybrid propulsion system – DaimlerChrysler plans to launch a hybrid version of the Dodge Durango by the end of 2007 or the beginning of 2008.
