Electric transporters, such as the Mercedes-Benz Vito E-Cell, are always judged on two issues: range and payload. In a test conducted by trans aktuell magazine in 2012, the transporter achieved a range of 100 kilometers per battery charge and a payload between 1540 and 1650 lbs. (700 and 750 kg), depending on the weight of …
Which transmission is best for the Actros in off-road terrain? A twelve-speed transmission by Powershift or the standard 16-speed automatic transmission? We have tested both versions. The Powershift family offers a twelve-speed transmission with a maximum input torque of 2433 lb-ft (3300 Nm) for the Actros. This is also sufficient for hard off-road missions. However, …
The Scania G440 has a lot to offer. However, it seems to be designed foremost for use on roads. It is not a genuine, robust off-roader. The G440 only weighs 295000 lbs. (13 400 kg). That is not very much for a four-axle dump truck. The educated eye might expect one ton more. The slim …
The Mercedes Benz Vito is the successful, small sibling of the Sprinter in the Mercedes Benz program. We have driven three diesel versions, all based on the same 2.1-liter (128 cubic inches), four-cylinder engine. The OM 651 diesel is not only used in the Vito, but also in the Sprinter and in numerous other sedan …
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The Scania G 420 comes pretty close to being a jack of all trades. With its SCR engine, the truck is tops in payload, comfort, and fuel consumption. It takes a close look to discover the differences between the Scania-G- and Scania R-series. The G series is almost the spitting image of his bigger brother …
The VW Caddy 1.6 Bifuel with liquefied gas conversion costs only 1800 € more than the 1.2 TSI. Could this be the key to unlock lower fuel prices? FIRMENAUTO magazine tested it in the spring of 2012. This was perfect timing, because fuel prices were rocketing up. Liquefied gas seems to be a viable option: …
Electric drives are now also used for delivery trucks. The Renault Kangoo Z.E. is the first of its kind. Unfortunately, electric cars have the image of being unreliable–especially in winter. We have explored this issue. The Renault Kangoo Z.E. is indeed a pioneer in its segment, as it is the first electric truck that has …
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DAF’s former flagship is facing the test. The DAF XF 105 was produced from 2005 to 2013, and the years have left their tracks on this long-serving concept. The roots of the XF 105 can be traced back to 1987 and the DAF 95. Since then, the Dutch company has continuously revised its flagship. The …
The DAF XF with Euro-6 engine was introduced a little over a year ago. lastauto omnibus magazine got hold of a vehicle from the demonstration fleet at the time and put it to the acid test. Cot in the DAF XF 87 Inches (2.2 m) Long The first thing the testers noticed was the easy …
In 2011, the beefy Volvo FMX 460 was launched with numerous new details. Still, it could not conceal its Swedish origin, according to the testers of lastauto omnibus. The D13C and D11c engines according to Euro-5 and EEV provide the Volvo with generous power, delivering 330 to 500 HP. The tested Volvo FMX 460 provides …
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