Mercedes-Benz decided to innovate in the market with the launch of its electric vehicle, Maybach, a car powered by solar energy off-road. The model was made in partnership with the late fashion designer, Virgil Abloh
Mercedes-Benz announced its new solar-powered car in style off-road, the Maybach. The design of the electric vehicle was developed in a partnership between the German automaker and the famous fashion designer, Virgil Abloh, who died last week. Mercedes-Benz claims that the project has an unusual design, which is not similar to anything it has produced before. The car powered by solar energy was designed from scratch, with features all focused on sustainability, with a length of 6 meters, with a transparent hood, where the solar energy panels that feed its batteries are located.
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Even at 6 meters, it only has two seats
The electric vehicle was created to be an exhibition model, with space for two occupants, inspired by the great landscapes off-road around the world. In addition, the vehicle has large wheels and a design that shows the idea of a luxury car, but capable of facing any challenge.
The interior of the car powered by solar energy is unusual, considering that even though it is 6 meters long, it only has two seats, where it is possible to incline them completely to lie down.
The transparent and oval roof also allows a better view of the landscape. Although it is an electric Mercedes-Benz show vehicle, traveling with this model on the roads would be stunning.
Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle will be presented at the Rubell Museum
The solar powered car was scheduled to be presented during Miami Art Week, which ran until December 5th. However, out of respect for the late designer's memory and also the wishes of Virgil Abloh's relatives, Mercedes-Benz has chosen to display the model at the Rubell Museum in Miami. The Event will remain open to the public, so that everyone can check out Abloh's latest project, who died on the 28th of last month, a victim of cancer.
The designer was internationally recognized for his work in the sector, as artistic director of his brand, Off-White and Louis Vuitton. Mercedes-Benz, in an official statement, says it is devastated by the loss of Abloh, and also highlighted his great vision and inspirational designs.
The external and internal appearance of the solar powered car is really amazing, something that oozes modernity and class simultaneously, in addition to the idea of a car. off-road powered by solar energy panels is one of the most anticipated innovations on the market.
The world's first solar-powered electric car could hit the market in 2024
A startup Dutch company Lightyear is investing in the first solar-powered car on the market and has committed itself to the challenge of starting production for sale in 2024.
His vehicle, Lightyear One, is a sedan measuring 5,05 meters in length and its main characteristic being its sharp and long bodywork. Its height is 1,4 meters and it still has flowing lines to have the best possible aerodynamics.
According to the company, the medium-sized 60 kWh battery will offer the model a range of 710 km, which is combined with its 1.300 kilos.
