An increasing number of Hollywood stars are opting for eco-friendly mobility from Mercedes-Benz. Actress Diane Kruger is one of more than 35 environmental enthusiasts and early adopters in California who are among the first to drive the locally emissions-free B-Class F-CELL vehicle. Los Angeles, CA, USA - May 16, 2012. Courtesy of Daimler Global Media Site

Los Angeles, CA, USA and Stuttgart, Germany - May 16, 2012

Emissions-free fuel-cell car from Mercedes-Benz conquers Hollywood: Mercedes-Benz B-Class F-CELL – at home with the stars

An increasing number of Hollywood stars are opting for eco-friendly mobility from Mercedes-Benz.

Actress Diane Kruger is one of more than 35 environmental enthusiasts and early adopters in California who are among the first to drive the locally emissions-free B-Class F-CELL vehicle.

This electric vehicle with fuel cells from Mercedes-Benz generates electricity on board in a chemical reaction between hydrogen and oxygen.

With a range of around 400 km and short refueling times, the B-Class F‑CELL combines locally emissions-free mobility with suitability for long journeys and impressive performance.

The vehicle produces no emissions, but only pure water.

An increasing number of Hollywood stars are opting for eco-friendly mobility from Mercedes-Benz. Actress Diane Kruger is one of more than 35 environmental enthusiasts and early adopters in California who are among the first to drive the locally emissions-free B-Class F-CELL vehicle. Los Angeles, CA, USA - May 16, 2012. Courtesy of Daimler Global Media Site

“I’m excited to be driving the F-CELL. It’s environmentally conscious, fun to drive and gets lots of attention on the streets”, says Diane Kruger.
“I can travel around 400 kilometres on a full tank and it’s easy to refuel.”

The B-Class F-CELL fuel tank can be filled in just three minutes.

It develops 100 kW (136 hp), with fuel consumption equivalent to just 3.3 litres per 100 kilometres.

As well as the B-Class F-CELL, Mercedes-Benz has a selection of other vehicles with alternative drive systems, ranging from clean BlueTEC diesel models to hybrid vehicles such as the S 400 HYBRID, the vehicle of choice for Hollywood’s film makers and acting community.

An increasing number of Hollywood stars are opting for eco-friendly mobility from Mercedes-Benz. Actress Diane Kruger is one of more than 35 environmental enthusiasts and early adopters in California who are among the first to drive the locally emissions-free B-Class F-CELL vehicle. Los Angeles, CA, USA - May 16, 2012. Courtesy of Daimler Global Media Site

The S 400 HYBRID features a convenient start/stop function, which switches off the petrol engine if the car slows to below 15 km/h, for example when stopping at traffic lights.

Furthermore, in 2012, Mercedes-Benz will launch the E 300 BlueTEC HYBRID on the European market, and the E 400 HYBRID on the American market.

Other Hollywood stars who have chosen Mercedes-Benz vehicles for eco‑friendly mobility include Golden Globe winner Michelle Williams, Sofia Vergara, Bryan Cranston, 2011 Oscar winner Natalie Portman, Courteney Cox, Renée Zellweger, Katharine McPhee, Serena Williams and Nick Swisher.


Media Contact:

Tobias Müller
Head of Lifestyle, Brands and Social Media Communication at Mercedes-Benz Cars
Phone: +49 (0)711 17 77368
Fax: +49 (0)711 17 79095378

Melanie Graf
Brand Communication for Mercedes-Benz Cars and Lifestyle Communication for Maybach, AMG and Mercedes-Benz Design
Phone: +49 (0)711 17 76876
Fax: +49 (0)711 17 79051944


Source: Daimler AG

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