Mercedes-Benz Biome
The Mercedes-Benz Biome is a concept car. While it is not in mass production yet, the concept art and models placed on display at auto shows have attracted many viewers. The Biome runs on biofuels, which are renewable. The body of the car itself will also be grown in a lab from modified seeds. Many people reject cars that run on clean energy because they feel those cars are ugly and unreliable; the Biome presents an alternative vision to that, as it is a very cool and appealing car. The image to the left is a model designed by Mercedes on display at an auto show. Credit: Mercedes
The image above is artwork showing how scientists will grow the car in the laboratory in the near future. Credit: Mercedes
Mercedes-Benz Silver Lightning
The Silver Lightning is another concept car that will run on clean fuel. It is beautiful and is a work of art. It is powered by electricity and features many futuristic technologies, such as omnidirectional wheels (which are currently used almost exclusively on robots and not on cars). The Silver Lightning also appeals to car enthusiasts who might otherwise dismiss electric vehicles as uncool and unreliable. The Silver Lightning has received positive feedback and has been featured in a variety of media, including short films and video games. Both the Silver Lightning and the Biome present feasible solutions to climate change, as they are appealing to tomorrow's buyers and do not release harmful pollutants.
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Image credit: NetCarShow.com
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Image credit: NetCarShow.com
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The video below is a short film showcasing the Silver Lightning for the 2011 LA Auto Show.