[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/austro-daimler-hybrid-sports-car\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/austro-daimler-hybrid-sports-car\/","headline":"New Austro-Daimler plug-in hybrid sports car","name":"New Austro-Daimler plug-in hybrid sports car","description":"Meet the stunning new Austro-Daimler Bergmeister ADR 630 Shooting Grand Hybrid sports car! This morning I saw a milk float; it\u2019s probably been about 15 years since I last saw one and was a reminder not only as to how my neighbours are doing their best to use less plastic, but also a reminder of how far we\u2019ve come regarding electric vehicles. The new Austro-Daimler Bergmeister ADR 630 Shooting Grand is just such an example… The name might be a […]","datePublished":"2019-07-30","dateModified":"2019-07-30","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Austro-Daimler-Bergmeister-ADR-630-Shooting-Grand-Hybrid-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Austro-Daimler-Bergmeister-ADR-630-Shooting-Grand-Hybrid-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/austro-daimler-hybrid-sports-car\/","about":["Cars","HYBRID","LATEST CAR NEWS"],"wordCount":493,"keywords":["Austro-Daimler","plug-in hybrid","sports car"],"articleBody":"Meet the stunning new Austro-Daimler Bergmeister ADR 630 Shooting Grand Hybrid sports car!This morning I saw a milk float; it\u2019s probably been about 15 years since I last saw one and was a reminder not only as to how my neighbours are doing their best to use less plastic, but also a reminder of how far we\u2019ve come regarding electric vehicles. The new Austro-Daimler Bergmeister ADR 630 Shooting Grand is just such an example…The name might be a bit clumsy on the lips, but the sleek lines of the Austrian company\u2019s Bergmeister are anything but. The plug-in hybrid sports car revealed itself earlier this year at the annual May classic and vintage car show, Concorso d’Eleganza Villa D\u2019Este situated on the picturesque shores of Lake Como in Italy. The prestigious show has been running since 1929.The Austro-Daimler Bergmeister caused a bit of a stir and it\u2019s easy to see why; those classic retro pre-war sports car looks are unlikely to upset anyone with an eye for a well put together automobile.The Bergmeister features a modern Mercedes 3-litre straight-six and has three electric motors. And with claimed total outputs of 1,180lb ft of torque and 1,198bhp it\u2019s likely to have the power to match its looks. In fact, the Bergmeister is going to be able to propel you from 0-62mph in just 2.5 seconds.All this power doesn\u2019t take a massive toll on range either, with the Austro-Daimler Bergmeister capable of of 155 miles between charges. While your more practical family EV might be boasting a much larger range than this, for a high performance oriented vehicle 155 miles is not too bad.A fairly decent weight helpstoo of course, and the Bergmeister weighs in at a 1,650kg. Featuringlightweight panels and an aluminium space-frame, despite the classic profile,the car is as modern as they come.The Bergmeister ADR 630 Shooting Grand is based on a Mercedes-AMG GT with the addition of a SERIPA Performance Hybrid system with 3 electric motors each putting out 271bhp.With a top speed of around 200mph and the battery pack secured within the rear of the car \u2013 where the boot would normally be found – handling might be a bit hair-raising at speed. The \u2018shooting brake\u2019 estate style body not only looks good, but it gives back some of the storage space that has been taken up by the battery.Inside is a very tastefulmixture of wood and leather, which, along with the double-bubble roof, adds tothe hint of a long-bonnet 1930s car that the ADR 630 design is aiming for. Thisties in with the original Bergmeister (\u2018Mountain Master\u2019) from 1931.\u2018Innovation by tradition\u2019 is how Project Manager Roland Stagl eloquentlydescribes the ADR 630 Shooting Grand. If you want to see this beautifulhigh performance gull-wing door hybrid in the metal, then the car will be onshow in the UK at the Salon Priv\u00e9 car show in September at Blenheim Palace."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"New Austro-Daimler plug-in hybrid sports car","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/austro-daimler-hybrid-sports-car\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]