Mercedes drives to the future
THE streets of Monaco are no strangers to momentous motoring events - but the latest has been something of a silent revolution.
On the roads around the marina leading up to the famous Rascasse corner Mercedes has been revealing production ready versions of its electric cars.
At a glance they look like everyday versions of the smart city car and the B-Class hatchback.
In reality they are packed with technology set to make them the cars of the future.
Within months the smart Electric Drive will be on the road in British cities as the race towards alternative power moves up a gear.
The B-Class - which is fuelled by hydrogen - will make its UK debut later once suitable filling stations have been opened.
As far as Mercedes is concerned the two new cars represent the way forward to slashing emissions and reducing our reliance on fossil fuels - a programme Mercedes calls Project BlueZero.
Mercedes reckons battery cars such as the smart are the answer for everyday use around town.
The B-Class uses a fuel cell for power which offers greater range while for longer distances hybrid vehicles which use a conventional engine and an electric motor will be the norm.
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