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11 February 2009: MERCEDES-BENZ BLUEZERO E-CELL: Mercedes-Benz is showing the way ahead in environmentally responsible electromobility by presenting its near-series Concept BlueZERO at the Chicago Auto Show. The cabin has room for five, since the energy accumulators/generators are integrated into the spacious sandwich floor. Also, the powertrain technology built into the sandwich floor ensures a low center of gravity and, consequently, extremely reliable and agile handling. The battery can be charged overnight at home or at a charging station. There, an additional fast-charging connection is available that reduces the charging time of the battery to under 3 hours. Top speed of 95 mph is electronically governed, and the car can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 10.8 seconds. The Chicago Auto Show is a charity event of the Chicago Automobile Trade Association (CATA) and is held annually at McCormick Place in Chicago Illinois.