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Investing.com -- Mercedes-Benz (OTC:MBGAF) Group AG has revealed a new electric hypercar concept featuring revolutionary technology that will be implemented in production vehicles starting next year.
The CONCEPT AMG GT XX showcases an innovative drivetrain with three axial flux motors that produce over 1,341 hp peak output and can reach speeds exceeding 223 mph. This technology will enter series production at Mercedes-AMG in 2026.
The vehicle features a high-performance battery with direct-cooled cylindrical cells, enabling exceptional sustained performance and ultra-fast charging capabilities. Users can charge approximately 400 km of range in just about five minutes.
Michael Schiebe, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH, stated, "The CONCEPT AMG GT XX is the next milestone in the history of AMG and forges a whole new dimension of performance."
The axial flux motors represent a major advancement over traditional electric motors, being more compact, lighter, and more powerful. They weigh about two-thirds less and occupy just one-third the space of conventional motors while delivering triple the power density.
The high voltage battery system operates at more than 800 volts and includes intelligent direct cooling for individual cells. This design allows for a very high average charging power exceeding 850 kW at 1,000 amps across much of the charging curve.
The vehicle achieves a drag coefficient of cd=0.198 despite its wide high-performance tires, thanks to aerodynamic innovations. These include active aero wheels with moving blades that optimize both brake cooling and efficiency.
Inside, the hypercar features biotechnology-based materials, including a leather alternative developed with U.S. bio-design startup Modern Meadow that incorporates recycled rubber from AMG GT3 racing tires.
The four-door coupe will be the first series-production model built on the AMG.EA high performance architecture, with customer availability beginning in 2026.
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