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08/10/2008 04:43. Mercedes-Benz, under the leadership of CEO Dr. Dieter Zetsche (pictured above during the Paris show debut of the S400 BlueHYBRID), is moving quickly to utilize hybrid, electric, and diesel power in an effort to further reduce the overall fuel consumption and emissions output of its fleet of vehicles. And with CAFE regulations looming in the U.S., the Stuttgart brand is reportedly planning to introduce into the U.S. market a hybrid model in each of its best selling lines -- the S, E, and C-Classes -- during the next several years.

Beginning next fall, Mercedes will debut its S400 BlueHYBRID , which is powered by the brand's well-known 3.5L V-6 and a small electric motor. In Euro-spec trim, the gas engine makes 279 hp. The engine is mated to the lithium-ion battery-powered electric... // MotorTrend Magazine