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Ice Traction SUVs

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Mercedes Vito 4x4 Offers Great Traction In Icy Conditions

— February 13, 2015 — Autos
The Mercedes Vito 4x4 is an SUV that is designed for accessing cold, icy and otherwise slick conditions. It's also a vehicle that is sure to pique the interest of van conversion specialists who get a kick out of creating unique all-terrain campers.

The introduction of this new Mercedes Vito 4x4 means that it is now the only mid-size van available in front, rear as well as permanent all-wheel-drive configurations.

The vehicle is powered by a 190-horsepower 2.2-liter 119 BlueTC four-cylinder engine hooked up to a 7G-Tronic Plus automatic transmission equipped with a torque converter.Torque is as high as 325 pounds-feet.

The vehicle's impressive traction on ice is thanks to a special system that brakes slipping wheels and redirects drive power to the wheels with traction in a matter of milliseconds.

With driving on ice representing one of the most hazardous driving situations, high-tech SUVs like these will surely be welcomed by drivers in colder climates.
Trend Themes
1. Off-road Conversion Vans - The Mercedes Vito 4x4 is likely to spark the creation of unique all-terrain campers by van conversion specialists.
2. All-wheel Drive Mid-size Vans - The Mercedes Vito 4x4 is the only mid-size van available in front, rear, and permanent all-wheel-drive configurations, presenting an opportunity for competitors to follow suit with similar designs.
3. Ice Traction Suvs - The impressive traction on ice provided by the Mercedes Vito 4x4's braking system and power redirection technology creates a potential for demand from drivers in colder climates for other high-tech SUVs with similar features.
Industry Implications
1. Van Conversion - Van conversion specialists can capitalize on the popularity of the Mercedes Vito 4x4 by offering custom all-terrain camper conversions.
2. Automotive Manufacturing - Other automotive manufacturers have the opportunity to create similar all-wheel-drive mid-size vans to compete with the Mercedes Vito 4x4.
3. Winter Driving Technology - The Mercedes Vito 4x4's braking system and power redirection technology present opportunities for other automotive and technology companies to develop innovations that improve driving safety in hazardous winter conditions.
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