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The smart ed is powered solely by
electricity and is charged using a standard
three-pin plug. The car emits no carbon
dioxide, carbon monoxide, unburned
hydrocarbons or particulate matter. It is
incredibly economical and can achieve the
equivalent of around 300 miles per gallon.
The first 200 smart ed’s are being leased exclusively to blue chip
companies who are happy to meet smart's requirements to power the cars
using only renewable energy sources.
smart is helping the Metropolitan Police
Service (MPS) cut carbon emissions in London
as they take part in the market trial of the
fully electric, smart ed (electric drive).
Four versions of the iconic, low emission,
two-seater car will be used in congested
urban areas for routine police operations.
Two of the cars have Metropolitan Police
livery and will be deployed in Central
London and at Heathrow Airport.
Dermot Kelly, Managing Director,
Mercedes-Benz Cars, commented: “This smart
ed market trial is an important part of our
commitment to sustainable mobility. It’s
positive news that a very visible
organisation like the Metropolitan Police
understands the benefits of the car and
we’ll be working closely with them to gather
data about the cars’ performance in everyday
life.”
The smart ed has a top speed of 60 mph and
has a range of up to 70 miles in between
charges. The car has all the safety
equipment that customers expect: ABS, ESP,
passenger and driver airbags and seat belt
pre-tensioners. |
