Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell Prototype Test Drive - Motor Trend

Motor Trend have published their "First drive" review of the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell Prototype. 'There's no gear-lever in this car. Instead, the transmission is controlled by P, R, and D buttons, much as you'd find in a contemporary Aston Martin. The heart of the E-Cell is its drive system. There are four electric motors close to each wheel to provide what is effectively four-wheel drive, and each is capable of revving to 12,000 rpm. There is one transmission on each axle (effectively a gearbox for each pair of electric motors).'