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https://www.autoblog.com/2018/10/16/mercedes-amg-one-delayed-formula-1-engine-emissions/ Seems Daimlers Hypercar is delayed again due to idle issues in getting it to pass emissions.
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Edmunds Evalution: 2007 Mercedes R63 AMG 4Matic In many ways, AMG accepted its biggest challenge in doing the R63. Teaching a beast like the R-Class to dance, making such an abundantly heavy car seem light on its feet, is really quite a stunt. But they pulled it off. Next up for AMG: world peace, time travel and figuring out women. Read "First Drive: 2007 Mercedes-Benz R63 AMG 4Matic" @ Edmunds
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Mercedes’ Goal: 30,000 S-class Sales in the US By DIANA T. KURYLKO | AUTOMOTIVE NEWS AutoWeek | Published 02/07/06, 8:07 am et Mercedes-Benz is betting that a 70 percent loyalty rate, a sleeker look and new features will push annual US sales of the new S-class upper-premium sedan to 30,000. The US is the largest market for the S class, accounting for up to 50 percent of annual sales. Bernhard Glaser, general manager for US marketing and product management at Mercedes, predicts the S class will continue to lead sales in the luxury segment. Glaser says this segment has annual sales of 80,000 units in the US. “We defined leadership in this segment with every laun…
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As much anyone will tell you there is no such thing as too much power, there is a point where power will just overwhelm the tires and you'll be sitting there, doing a burnout. This is why you're seeing more manufacturers adding all-wheel drive to their vehicles to actually get the power down to the wheels. The latest one is Mercedes-AMG. Speaking with Top Gear, Mercedes-AMG boss Tobias Moers says the next-generation model will be available with all-wheel drive. The reason comes down to people preferring the current model with the all-wheel drive model. “But we are going to introduce a completely new four-wheel drive system, one which we’ve never had in the company…
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Grading the GL Anita Lienert also took the time this week to give the new Mercedes GL the once-over. The GL being a competitor to the Escalade and her being a Lienert, you may expect her to totally praise it and pan the Caddy. Well...no, actually. As it turns out, Anita has quite a few gripes concerning the big Merc. Read "Handsome Mercedes-Benz SUV has room to grow" @ The Detroit News
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I hope it's okay to link to my blog rather than post it all here again..
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Mercedes-Benz went the unconventional route and debuted their new GLA SUV completely online this morning. The new GLA comes on a new platform and changes up the dimensions a bit to improve interior space. Overall length is down 0.6 inches, but height has increased 4.1 inches, and wheelbase is up 1.1 inches while width is up 1.2 inches. This translates to some minor improvements in most, but not all, interior dimensions. (Dimensions chart on Page 2) The GLA initially will come in three forms, the GLA 250, GLA 250 4Matic, and AMG GLA 35. The 250 and 250 4matic some with the same powertrain, a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder producing 221 horsepower at 5,500 …
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Drew Dowdell - November 14, 2011 - CheersandGears.com Mercedes Benz has updated the AMG performance version their mid-size crossover for 2012. Along with receiving the same 7 speed automatic transmission that all M-Class models get for this year, the AMG model now has a 5.5 liter bi-turbo V8 producing 550 horsepower and 560 lb-ft of torque with stop-start technology. Fuel economy is rated at 16mpg combined city highway. With all that power in a tall vehicle, Mercedes also introduces Active Curve System for active roll stabilization. The system improves safety as well as the comfort of the occupants. The Mercedes Benz press release is on page 2. Efficiency and ou…
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AMG appearance options coming available on the S-Class, AMG body styling and wheels:
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Spied: Mercedes SLS McLaren These pictures prove that early development work is well under way on the 'baby' McLaren, with plans to sell as many as 2000 cars a year to rival the likes of the Ferrari 360 Modena, Lamborghini Gallardo and all-new Audi R8. Although McLaren engineers are remaining tight-lipped about the project, we have learnt that feasibility studies are currently being carried out on the car at one of Mercedes’ secret test-centres in Germany. World Car Fans
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One of the stories we didn't get the chance to cover on Cheers & Gears last week was Mercedes-Benz building a midsize pickup. Now at the time, we considered this an early April Fools joke. But when the official announcement came out, our jaws were agape: Mercedes-Benz is working on a midsize truck that will go on sale towards the end of the decade for certain marketplaces - the U.S. is not one of those places. Now this wouldn't be a luxury truck, it would be built for work. This further substantiated by Mercedes-Benz's commercial van division handling the development. But Mercedes-Benz USA wants to make the final decision if the truck is sold or not. "We said to Stu…
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William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com October 30, 2012 Mercedes-Benz is about to embark on a huge product offensive to bring in customers into their showrooms. Their key target: Gen Y. "We're a brand we think can absolutely connect with them. Gen Y is just coming of age. We get on their radar screen in a big way," said Steve Cannon, CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA to USA Today. Mercedes' plan is to introduce 19 redesigned models and 11 new models by 2020. Some of those new models include, CLA-Class (Baby CLS; based on the new A-Class) C-Class convertible GLA-Class Crossover Many variations of the next S-Class Redesigned E-Class Source: USA Today Wi…
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SEMA isn't the likely place for an automaker to introduce a new model, but Mercedes-Benz chose the aftermarket show to reveal the the North American versions of its new V-Class vans. For North America, the V-Class will be called the Metris and it will go sale next fall in cargo and passenger van models. Mercedes didn't go into any details about the Metris, but did talk about the four conceptual models that are sitting on the show floor. Garmin: Mobile Golf Pro Shop - Golf lovers will love this rolling Pro Shop that features a high-tech golf simulator and infotainment system designed for both personal and merchandizing usage. Offering a Mobile Performance Center, this c…
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Mercedes-Benz has finally revealed that it is not planning to sell any more diesel-powered vehicles in the U.S. Speaking with The Detroit Bureau, Mercedes' head of R&D Ola Kallenius said there isn't enough demand for diesels with the three-pointed star - citing they only made up three percent of total sales in their best year. A lot of the decrease can be laid at the Volkswagen diesel emission scandal. “The diesel doesn’t fit into our portfolio in the U.S.,” said Kallenius. There will be one group of Mercedes-Benz models that will be keeping diesel engines, the Sprinter vans. Sales of these models are continuing to rise. Source: The Detroit Bureau …
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Fresh off the news that mercedes had to up their near-future employee firings by 50% by the year 2022 (from 10,000 to 15,000 employees)... Daimler announced today their US truck [ class 8 ] orders fell 51% in 2019, with a 20% decline in Q4 2019 alone. Overall, Daimler AG's 2019 sales were flat vs. 2018. Revenue edged up 3%, but profits plummeted from 7.6 billion in '18 to 2.7 billion in '19. Daimler cited increased expenses relating to the diesel emissions cheating scandal settlement and restructuring costs as contributing factors.
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Subscription services are beginning to become more popular as more companies and OEMs come into this market to offer consumers a range of different vehicles that can be swapped. Mercedes-Benz is the latest automaker planning to launch such a service in the U.S. "We plan to have something ready within this year. We are in the final conclusion" stage, said Britta Seeger, global head of sales for Mercedes-Benz to Automotive News. "With everything we see from the markets, from the customer … going forward, choice is really the topic of the future. Customers are so diverse and they want to have different offers. Subscription is another part of how to offer mobility t…
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SANTA MONICA, California — The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe is just days away from its official debut at the 2009 Geneva Auto Show, and Inside Line now has an early look at the future Mercedes E-Class cabriolet as well. Since the new E-Class coupe is positioned as the replacement for the current Mercedes CLK coupe and cabrio, the arrival of a convertible shortly thereafter is all but certain. In fact, IL sources claim that the convertible is already headed for production with a soft-top design similar to the current CLK cabrio to keep cost and weight down. Power is expected to come from the same engines offered in the E-Class coupe: a 292-horsepower direct-injecte…
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Mercedes-Benz's new truck could be arriving much sooner than we thought. Auto Express has learned from sources that Mercedes will be showing off a concept truck at the Paris Motor Show later this year. The concept is expected to provide a preview of the production model. Speaking of the production model, Mercedes vans CEO Volker Mornhinweg told Auto Express that the company is planning to launch the truck in late 2017. Mornhinweg didn't say which countries would get the truck first. Auto Express also learned that a range of gas and diesel engines will be on offer, with a hybrid model possibly coming later in the truck's lifecycle. Other details line up with our re…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com June 5, 2012 Its not everyday when news of an automaker refreshing their supercar comes out, but that is what Mercedes-Benz is doing. Today, the company announced the 2013 SLS AMG GT. The GT is to make note of the light refresh when it goes on sale in November. Starting under the hood, the SLS AMG GT naturally-aspirated 6.2L V8 sees its output climb from 563 HP to 583 HP. Torque remains at 479 lb-ft. Mercedes claims a 0-60 run of 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 197 MPH (electronically limited). Mercedes also recalibrated the 7-speed dual-clutch transmission for quicker and more direct shifts in manual mode. The SLS AM…
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The past few years have seen various automakers pull out of the Detroit Auto Show due to them figuring out better ways to spend their marketing dollars. This year alone saw Jaguar, Land Rover, Mazda, and Porsche be no-shows. Mitsubishi and Volvo were there in a small capacity, but due to the local dealers putting up a display. There could be another automaker joining the no-shows next year. Automotive News has learned from a senior executive source at Mercedes-Benz that the German automaker may withdraw for the 2019 edition. "We have to look at whether a trade show like Detroit fits with the cadence of our launch calendar and whether there's a more effective for…
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Strongly evoking Buick up front in the grille, and the Cadillac Escala in the lighting, Mercedes has revealed a striking concept 2-place convertible, to debut at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance this weekend. The claim is 4 electric motors rated at 750 HP, and it rides on 24-in rims. - - - - - Personal opinion- tho of course it won't be produced, it IS quite imposing. It's like a modern day interpretation of the '58 Argonaut Smoke; an immense 2-pass convert. THIS is the sort of thing a brand does to stand out & make a name for itself; THIS say luxury like any s-class coupe or SL convert could never hope to. Years ago I used to draw cars with proportion…
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A new report from Green Car Reports says Mercedes-Benz is planning to launch three plug-in hybrid models by 2016 or so. We know two of those models have been confirmed. The first is a S-Class Plug-In Hybrid due out next spring. The model will utilize a turbocharged 3.0L V6 gas engine and a 80 kW electric motor. Following the S-Class will be the C-Class plug-in hybrid in the fall. The third model is reportedly the ML-Class. The model is expected to get a refresh for the 2016 model year and a plug-in variant is expected in the refresh. It is expected to arrive around the same time as the C-Class. Source: Green Car Reports William Maley is a staff writer for Cheers & …
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William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com September 4, 2013 This is the Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG Racing Series concept that will make its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show next week. The company says the concept "provides a preview of a further customer sports racing car from Mercedes-AMG". The concept takes your standard CLA 45 AMG and makes a number of tweaks to make it ready for the track. The body has a fair number of aerodynamic adjustments such as a new front and rear apron, front splitter, flared side sills, cooling vents for the engine and brakes, and a carbon-fiber rear spoiler. The interior has been stripped down to cut weight down. There is a full rol…
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Mercedes is proud to announce production of the exclusive EQS SUV built exclusively in the U.S. for global consumption at the Tuscaloosa plant, from Alabama to the world. This has been possible due to the Bibb County, Alabama Mercedes-Benz Battery Factory that will supply all EVs produced in the U.S. for both North America and Global consumption. Mercedes is proud to also state that both the battery production and auto production sites are Carbon Neutral site with comprehensive sustainability plans. 20220825_SOP_EQS_SUV_MBUS.mp4 Mercedes has stated that their global initiative is to produce eight all-electric vehicles at seven sites on three cont…
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I was pedaling the 10-speed thru my neighborhood tonight around 8:30 PM, so it was getting darker than it should've been for a lightless-bike to be out, but I live on the edge that way. Saw something I remembered seeing in the early spring this year: a mercedes sedan parked on a quiet side-street in a line of cars, it's driver-side taillight & front parking light ONLY on. No one around, car locked up tight. I assumed it was some sort of convoluted safety device, a 'Look! My car's parked here in the dark!' sort of thing. Problem with that was that tonight I saw one of their R-minivans doing the same thing... in a residential driveway. Is this indeed a 'safety' fe…
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Linkity Mercedes Concept B Zero PRESS RELEASE Mercedes-Benz Concept BlueZERO: three-fold proof of the everyday practicality of zero-emission vehicles Stuttgart – Mercedes-Benz is showing the way ahead in environmentally responsible electromobility by presenting its near-series Concept BlueZERO at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. Based on a single vehicle architecture, this intelligent, modular concept allows three models with different drive configurations, all of which are able to meet customer requirements in terms of sustainable mobility: the BlueZERO E-CELL with battery-electric drive and a range of up to 200 kilomete…
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Another flop, and more pressure on the balance sheet.
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Mercedes-Benz will be launching the E-Class All-Terrain wagon in Europe to take on the likes of the Audi A6 Allroad and Volvo V90 Cross Country. But Mercedes might bring the All-Terrain to the U.S. "We're still debating that and thinking about it. It's a very, very exciting vehicle, and we're taking a look at overall production, volumes that we have to have and business case and so on. So we'll see. Decision not finally made," said Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Dietmar Exler. Mercedes already announced that the regular E-Class wagon would be coming to the U.S. early next year, so trying to build up a case for bringing the All-Terrain becomes slightly easier. Also, a num…
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Mercedes Benz Museum - Stuttgart Germany Here is the gallery of pictures from my trip to the Mercedes Benz Museum in Stuttgart last month. Enjoy! Some Highlights:
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Sensual Purity is what Mercedes is calling their all-new Compact GLB SUV that is built for everyday life. Available in a 5- or 7-seater configuration, this new SUV provides more space, greater comfort, with superior capabilities that can only be delivered by an EV / Hybrid design. Mathias Geisen, Member of the Board of Management, for Mercedes-Benz Group AG, Marketing & Sales stated the following: "The all-new GLB expands our Entry Luxury portfolio in a particularly powerful way and ushers the iconic Mercedes-Benz design into a new era. With its sculptural proportions, emotional light signature, and modern architectural interior – a SUV with character, sensu…
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Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing for the upcoming 2016 Mercedes-Maybach S600, and not surprisingly, it costs as much as a house. The ultra-luxury model will hit dealers with a pricetag of $190,275 (includes a $925 destination charge). To put this into perspective, the Maybach is right between the standard S600 ($167,825) and the maddening S65 AMG ($222,925). For the almost additional $23,000 over the standard S600, the Maybach gets an additional 7.9 inches of wheelbase which is dedicated for the backseat. There are a number of tweaks for the backseat such as "Executive" rear seats with a stone massage function, and improved sound deadening. Other features include Burm…
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It is no secret that automakers will go to extreme lengths to analyze a competitor's vehicle. For example, Daimler was accused by a couple last year of renting their privately owned Tesla Model X to dismantle and preform various tests. The automaker put the vehicle back together before returning it, but there was significant damage that caused the couple to bill Diamler for that and other items such as lost income. The company has once again found itself making headlines for pulling another stunt. German paper Der Spiegel reports last year that Deutsche Post DHL held a demonstration event for their new StreetScooter electric vans for possible customers to get feedbac…
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FRANKFURT, Germany – At least 5,000 jobs are set to be cut at Daimler Chrysler AG's Mercedes Car Group as the new chief executive seeks to turn the struggling group. Dieter Zetsche, who takes over as DaimlerChrysler CEO on Jan. 1 and has already assumed responsibility for the Mercedes division, is scheduled to meet with the company's supervisory board on Wednesday in Detroit. Advertisement Though he has not said what he plans to talk about, officials with DaimlerChrysler, its labor groups and analysts have warned Zetsche may focus on trimming thousands of jobs at the struggling Mercedes Car Group. A person familiar with the situation, who …
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By William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com April 12, 2013 Mercedes-Benz's performance arm, AMG says they see hybrid powertrains playing a role in future models. "Hybrid is going to be in the future of even sports cars. When will there be a pure-performance, high-tech AMG hybrid? We still have a lot of areas of improvement in the (conventional) AMG engines we have. We have promised another 20 percent reduction (in fuel consumption) by our 50th birthday (in 2017)," said AMG Chairman Ola Källenius to Edmunds. Källenius goes onto say that the big issue with a hybrid setup is the added weight of a battery pack, which would take away from handling and braking. He d…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com March 20, 2012 Mercedes-Benz announced that it will cease sales of their R-Class crossover in the U.S. in 2013. Through the first two months of 2012, Mercedes-Benz only sold 293 R-Classes, one-third less than the number sold in the first two months of last year. Mercedes-Benz says they will continue to build the R-Class at its plant in Alabama for export to other markets. Mercedes also confirmed the second generation GL-Class will be shown at next month's New York Auto Show. The GL-Class shares the new ML's architecture. Expect improvements interior space, fuel efficiency, and refinement. Engines will likely include…
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Mercedes-Benz pretty much threw out the book with the all-new S-Class, refined and redefined in just about every way. Mercedes newly developed more than 50% of the 2027 S-Class being over 2,700 components and re-engineered the rest as they stated that this all new 2027 S-Class delivers on 140 years of innovation by reaffirming Mercedes Legacy Leadership, engineering, and digital ambition with forward thinking progress. Here are Key Facts of the 2027 Mercedes-Benz S-Class: 140 years of innovation delivered via more than 50% all new components and complete re-engineering of the rest, delivering engineering excellence, craftmanship and what Mercedes says is an u…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com March 22, 2012 Joining alongside the Mercedes-Benz GL at the New York Auto Show next month will be the refreshed GLK. Going down the evolutionary road, the GLK's design still carries the same sharp lines as the model it replaces, but now, the creases and sculpting is more rounded and smoother. The interior has also been updated with a restyled dashboard and the gearshift moving to the steering column. But the big news lies under the hood. The GLK's powertrain lineup grows to two. Coming back will be the GLK 350 which is a 3.5L direct-injected V6 producing 302 HP and 273 lb-ft of torque. Joining the 3.5L will be the G…
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A new report from Autocar says that Mercedes-AMG is proposing a new entry-level sports car to take on the Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman. The model is being presented as a indirect replacement to the slow selling SLC to Mercedes-Benz’s board of management. According to sources, the model is in the "conceptual stage" and needs approval from the board. But it is clear that AMG has given some thought if this project is given the green light. The design is said to have clear links to the upcoming Project One hypercar, and come in a coupe and convertible. For power, Autocar says the turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder that will be used in both the new A35 and A45 hot hatches.…
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William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com November 19, 2012 Mercedes-Benz's performance arm, AMG is looking to using AWD in more of their vehicles. "We will not only have all-wheel-drive in the SUVs and the compact cars, we will also have that in the performance sedans," said Friedrich Eichlers, AMG's of engines and powertrains. The reasoning with going towards AWD is due to the amount of power the current crop of AMG vehicles is overwhelming the rear wheels. "If you want to be a member of the club with cars that have 0-100km/h times of around 3.0 seconds, then you need to have all-wheel-drive for your sports cars. The traction is a little bit of a problem for…
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AMG, the division known for building some of the maddest Mercedes-Benz performance models has something very special planned for their 50th anniversary next year. Autocar reports that AMG will be showing off a new performance sedan 'Vision' concept at an event. This concept will preview a production model possibly named GT 4 that is expected to debut in 2019. The GT 4 will be AMG's third dedicated production model – following the SLS and GT. It will target the likes of the Porsche Panamera and Bentley Continental Flying Spur. Codenamed 'X290', the GT 4 will differ from the GT as it will use a new modular platform from Mercedes-Benz, not a bespoke one found in t…
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Open-top Screamer Mercedes' new CLK DTM cabriolet will dry your hair in a hurry By GREG KABLE AutoWeek | Published 02/22/06, 12:33 pm et World’s fastest four seat open top! That’s the claim Mercedes-Benz has applied to its new CLK DTM cabriolet. Sister model to the CLK DTM coupe produced throughout 2005, the new car is planned to be built in a limited run of just 100 cars – although without North American compliance prospective owners in this part of the world will be looking to import the supercharged 5.4-liter V8 powered bahnstormer through private channels, according to Mercedes-Benz. First revealed at last September’s Frankfurt motor show, the CLK DTM cabr…
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Mercedes' is planning to have 10 fully-electric models by 2022 - a mix of electric models for current nameplates and new models as part of the EQ family. We've already seen the EQ C crossover and the EQ A hatchback is waiting in the wings. A new report from Autocar has revealed some details on the EQ S, the flagship model of the EQ family. The EQ S is expected to launch in 2020 and be first model to use a dedicated EV platform. Known as MEA2, the platform features a lot of aluminum and is designed with a fully flat floor. The EQ C and and EQ A use modified versions of current Mercedes models: MQ C uses a variation of the GLC's platform, and the EQ A will be based on …
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Mercedes-Benz has chosen to expand control over one's vehicle via chatGPT that was enabled in 900,000 U.S. autos that have the MBUX infotainment system. All vehicles with MBUX of model series A 238, C 118, C 167, C 238, C 253, C 254, C 257, H 247, N 293, R 232, S 213, V 167, V 177, V 295, V 297, W 206, W 213, WV 223, X 167, X 243, X 247, X 253, X 254, X 294, X 296, Z 223 and Z 296 had the A.I. software update pushed out to their auto over the air. Customers that wish to participate can do it via the Mercedes app or directly from their auto by using the voice command "Hey Mercedes, I want to join the beta program". Mercedes has stated that the MBUX Voice As…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com December 19, 2011 Alongside the new SL, Mercedes-Benz is showing two E-Class hybrids at next months Detroit Auto Show. The first hybrid is the North America only E400 Hybrid. The E400 Hybrid is powered by Mercedes’ 3.5L V6 (302 HP and 273 lb-ft) mated to a electric motor (27 HP and 184 lb-ft) in the gearbox. Horsepower is 329 and torque is a very healthy 457 lb-ft. That gives the E400 Hybrid a 0-60 time of 6.7 seconds and a top speed of 130 MPH. The second hybrid is the E300 Bluetec hybrid, which uses a 2.1L four-cylinder diesel engine (201 HP and 369 lb-ft) and the electric motor from the E400. Ratings for the E30…
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Spied: AMG "63" Brigade C, CL, GL and R63 AMG all caught on film. SPY PHOTOS: Latest Mercedes AMG Models @ World Car Fans
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Better late than never? By Chris Walton Date posted: 03-30-2006 OK, if you're like us, you're asking, "Doesn't Mercedes-Benz already have one SUV with the M-Class — two if you still count the G-Class?" And if you're concerned about the environment, you might ask, "Does the world really need another SUV?" So why has Mercedes-Benz chosen to build the 2007 GL450, a seven-seat, all-wheel-drive sport-utility powered by a 335-horsepower V8, in this era of SUV bashing? According to its own studies, Mercedes has lost 25 percent of its current M-Class owners to full-size domestic-branded SUVs due to family-size growth. The company also knows that many well-to-do Mercedes-Benz…
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TCC Test: 2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec It's no secret that most Americans are less than fond of diesels. Past U.S.-market diesels have been clattery, smoky and painfully slow compared to gas-powered counterparts, and U.S. diesel fuel has been sticky, stinky, harder to find and little (if any) cheaper than gasoline. Unless they've traveled to Europe lately, where quicker, quieter and nearly smokeless modern diesels have become more popular than gas burners due to their higher fuel economy and lower fuel taxes, they've had little reason to change that opinion. Until now. Read "2007 Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec: The world’s cleanest diesel, Benz promises" @ The Car Conn…
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Over the last 5 months, Ive seen at least 6 to 7 different SMART cars running around. A few here in Beaverton, some on Interstate5, and quite a few in the Pearl District. I saw two at the EOS block party that VW threw in the Pearl District(Portland, OR.), a black one and a silver one. I saw one driving around an Albertsons parking lot in Tigard. Are they already selling the SMART cars here in the US?
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I could almost see just getting one of the new Yukons instead of spending the money for this, and then being in the shop. http://www.mph-online.com/web/prtranslated/00306
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"722 Edition" Mercedes-McLaren SLR (Oh, sorry; got it backwards...) A continuing tradition: the new model variant SLR "722 Edition" is a homage by Mercedes-Benz to the unforgettable victory won by the British racing legend Stirling Moss and his co-driver Denis Jenkinson in a Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR with the starting number 722 (indicating a start time of 7.22 a.m.) at the Mille Miglia in 1955. With an output of 478 kW/650 hp and a corresponding performance, the new super sports car, which goes on sale on July 11, will not only make the hearts of car enthusiasts beat faster. Read "New Mercedes-Benz SLR 722 Edition Revealed" @ World Car Fans
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Daimler finds itself under investigation by both German and American authorities into whether or not they cheated emission tests with their diesel vehicles. As we reported last week, German prosecutors raided various Daimler buildings to find evidence. Now, the company is beginning to search out search criminal defense lawyers in the U.S. for various executives in the investigation being conducted by the Justice Department. Bloomberg has learned from two sources about the lawyer search as the Justice Department plans on interviewing various executives from the company. It is unclear whether the executives are based in Germany, U.S., or both. Spokespeople for bot…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com April 17, 2012 The usual recipe for an AMG vehicle is to take one Mercedes-Benz vehicle, add gobs of horsepower via turbocharging, tune the suspension and brakes, add new body bits and wheels, and then do a smoky burnout out of the factory. However, the rumored A-Class AMG model will be changing the recipe a bit because it's a front-wheel drive model. Some new spy shots of an AMG A-Class mule running around AMG's HQ in Germany came out and gives us a good look of what to expect of this hot hatch. The A25 AMG as its rumored to be called will sport new bumpers and more aggressive side skirts. Up front, a new grill and …
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2008 Mercedes-Benz R-Class: What’s New Half as many return for 2008 by Marty Padgett | Link to Original Article @ TCC | (2007-07-24) The R-Class "sports tourer" was introduced in 2006 as an all-new model. It resembles a slightly sportier and more aerodynamic wagon with conventional passenger-car doors - not unlike the Chrysler Pacifica. For 2007, Mercedes added a high-performance R63 AMG with 507 horsepower and a diesel-powered R320 CDI to the lineup. For 2008, the R63 AMG and R500 versions have been dropped, leaving a V-6 diesel or gas version from which to choose. The R350 model is now offered in rear- or four-wheel drive. Both versions are fitted to a new seven…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com April 18, 2012 For the longest time, we been reporting about a small, FWD sedan from Mercedes-Benz that would look like a CLS that has been run through the dryer a bit too long. Well, thanks to Autoblog.rs, we have gotten our first look at the "baby CLS" in its concept form. The Concept Style Coupe (CSC) as its called shares the same design ideas as the larger CLS mixed with some cues from the F800 concept from 2010. Mercedes-Benz's new MFA platform, which debuted on the new A-Class, is underpinning the CSC. The CSC will make its world debut at next week's Beijing motor show. Source: Autoblog.rs View full arti…
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Wagons are a rare species in the U.S. A high-performance wagon for the U.S. falls into the unicorn category. But Mercedes-Benz has been the one to carry the torch with the E55 and E63 wagons. Once again, Mercedes has gifted the U.S. with another high-performance wagon in the form of the E63 S. It follows the same recipe as the E63 S sedan; biturbo 4.0L V8 producing 603 horsepower and 627 pound-feet of torque; nine-speed automatic, and a performance-oriented version of Mercedes' 4Matic all-wheel drive system with drift mode. The wagon is slower than the sedan to 60 mph - 3.4 seconds vs. 3.3 seconds. Top speed is limited to 180 mph. The E63 S wagon mim…
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German automakers are currently working on competitors to take on Tesla Model S. Case in point is Mercedes-Benz. In an interview with German publication auto motor und sport, Mercedes-Benz's development chief Thomas Weber said they are working on electric vehicle with a range of 400-500 kilometers (228-311 miles) that could be arriving 'soon'. Now this model would use Mercedes' modular platform, which means other models could use this new electric powertrain. This comes at an interesting time for Mercedes-Benz as the relationship between it and Tesla appears to be unraveling. Back in 2009, Mercedes' parent company, Diamler took a 9.1 percent stake in Tesla. The tw…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com May 31, 2012 If you're that person who wanted a ML63 AMG, but needed Mercedes-Benz's larger SUV, the GL, Mercedes has some news for you. Today, Mercedes-Benz released details on the ML63 AMG. The ML63 AMG will come equipped with a 5.5L twin-turbo V8 engine producing 550 HP and 560 lb-ft of torque. Combined with a seven-speed AMG Speedshift transmission and AWD, the ML63 can hit 60 MPH in 4.9 seconds and reach a electronically limited top speed of 155 MPH. The 5.5L is fitted with a standard start/stop system. The GL63 AMG's exterior gets more pronounced front air vents topped with LED running lamps, aluminum trim on t…
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There's something about a Unimog...the name just suits it perfectly somehow and of course is going to be shown at the Dubai Auto Show...where else?
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Mercedes-Benz is expanding their portfolio with the forthcoming T-Class EQT small van. Mercedes says the T-Class design is distinguished by balanced proportions and a sensual surface design. Muscular shoulders, striking wheel wells underline the T-Class power and emotive appeal. The EQT has characteristic black panel front with LED healights that flows seamlessly from the bonnet and gleams with a star pattern. The various sized 3D stars are featured throughout the BEV from the front to the back and the 21-inch light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish to the panoramic roof and the electronic long board in the rear. You will also find an LED light strip that c…
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Mercedes' Green Thumb Stop-start technology slated for entire lineup By TONY LEWIN | Link to Original Article @ AutoWeek | Published 07/24/07, 12:44 pm et LONDON - After watching rival BMW dominate the headlines at the Geneva auto show in March with the introduction of carbon dioxide-reducing stop-start versions of the 1 series, Mercedes-Benz will fight back. "We will catch up and get ahead," said Thomas Weber, head of R&D at Mercedes parent DaimlerChrysler. Mercedes-Benz will launch stop-start technology across its entire lineup, beginning with the A- and B-class entry-premium cars in September, Weber said at a press event here. All carmakers are looking for…
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From Motor Trend I'm not printing out that long monster... http://motortrend.com/roadtests/intellicho...ercedes_rclass/
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Back in November, we first learned about Mercedes-AMG's next standalone model possibly known as the GT4, a four-door coupe. The new model would be previewed by a concept before going on sale in 2019. We now have some new details on this model. Autocar reports the GT4 concept will be shown next month at the Geneva Motor Show to celebrate the 50th anniversary of AMG. A production model will soon follow a year later for European markets. The GT4 will serve as the replacement for the CLS Shooting Brake and use a modified version of Mercedes' modular rear architecture (MRA). According to sources at AMG, the GT4's variant of MRA will come with 'unique' wheelbase and t…
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We gathered three likely 2016 midsize candidates: the redesigned Lexus RX 350 F Sport, the very originator of the segment itself and the first winner of MT’s SUV of the Year; the Lincoln MKX, a finalist in our 2016 SUV of the Year contest; and an all-new Mercedes-Benz GLC300 that replaces the boxy (and smaller) GLK-Class with handsome styling and a generous helping of the celebrated C-Class sedan’s hardware, interior treatment, and tech. READ MORE AT: http://www.motortrend.com/news/2016-lexus-rx-mercedes-benz-glc-lincoln-mkx-comparison/
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According to this Bloomberg report, Mercedes-Benz is overstating the MPG on their auto's with MPG exceeding 50% on their new A, C & E class auto's. This report by Brussels-based Transport & Environment also seems to imply that Mercedes-Benz also has a NOx problem with their own diesel fleet. Mercedes-Benz is pushing for a universal world wide light vehicle test procedure that would measure tail pipe emissions and MPG / MPK so that a single standard is built for the world wide market that they would like to take place in 2017.
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Mercedes-Benz is the latest automaker to join the subscription service game. The Mercedes-Benz Collection has launched a two-year pilot program in Nashville and Philadelphia which will give subscribers access to 30 models variants for a monthly fee ranging from $1,095 to $2,995. There is a one-time activation fee of $495 when you sign up. "We know there is a market opportunity for people who would like the ability to move in and out of vehicles, depending on what they need or want at a particular point in time, or who don't want to own a vehicle right now. That's why we are excited to test the waters with Mercedes-Benz Collection," said Mercedes-Benz USA CEO Diet…
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No; this is not an accident scene. Out in san francisco, apparently it is Great Late Night Fun for 8 hooded guys to wander around & tip smart cars over. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Suspects-Flip-Over-Smart-Cars-in-San-Francisco-254177981.html
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News Mercedes cancels by-wire brake system; decision a blow to technology's future JENS MEINERS | Automotive News Europe Posted Date: 12/8/05 Mercedes-Benz is discontinuing the twice-recalled Robert Bosch GmbH braking system on the E-Class and CLS-Class sedans next summer in a move that is a blow to automotive brake-by-wire technology. Mercedes will drop the Sensotronic Brake Control system from the E-Class in June 2006 when it introduces the car's midterm face-lift. At about the same time, the E Class-derived CLS also will lose the system. Both cars will have a conventional hydraulic braking system. "We can now offer all the comforts of SBC in a convention…
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Euro King Kong: Mercedes-Benz G-Class Grand Edition Date posted: 02-11-2006 STUTTGART, Germany — Lucky European customers — at least those with lots of money — will soon be able to order a new Grand Edition of the classic Mercedes-Benz Gelandewagen, or the G-Class, as it is now known. Produced in Graz, Austria, since 1979 with few major stylistic changes, the latest version of the G-wagen features permanent four-wheel drive, electronic stability and traction control, and three differential locks that can be selected by push button. The new Grand Edition is available only with a long-wheelbase and a V8 engine. Buyers can choose from the G500, with its 296-horsepower …
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World Car Fans: Mercedes C-Class Station Wagon First Photos
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Mercedes-Benz Shows Off A Camo Covered CLS Shooting Brake* William Maley - Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com October 31, 2011 Back at the 2010 Beijing Auto Show, Mercedes-Benz rolled out a stunning concept called the Concept Shooting Break which was Mercedes vision of a CLS wagon. A few months after the showing, Mercedes announced they would be building a production model of it. Now, spy shots of the CLS Shooting Brake testing around Mercedes-Benz have been released. Most of the camouflage is on the back of vehicle – not surprising. The question is will the styling from B-pillar back resemble the concept. Judging from the pictures of the camo…
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Mercedes Announces Pricing on 2007 SL550 and GL450 Date posted: 04-19-2006 MONTVALE, N.J. — The 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL550 coupe/roadster starts at $95,575, including a $775 destination charge, while the 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL450 SUV has a base price of $55,675, including destination, the company said. The new SL550 comes equipped with a four-valve-per-cylinder V8 that produces 382 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque, a power increase of more than 26 percent over the outgoing SL500. In the U.S., the SL550 features the company's hands-free communication as standard equipment, as well as standard Sirius satellite radio. The seven-seat GL450 will be sold in the U.S. wi…
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Vocal Hero By Chris Walton Date posted: 04-20-2006 There's nothing better than the sound of a big-bore V8 in the morning. That is unless you can lower the car's top at the touch of a button and enjoy it all the more, like we did in the 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG. The new 6.2-liter engine, designed from scratch by the powerhouse AMG division of Mercedes-Benz, features a wildly "oversquare" design; that is, the diameter of the cylinder bores (102.2mm) is larger than the stroke (94.6mm) of the pistons. In other words, you can almost distinguish each discrete explosion as the high-compression (11.3:1) engine bellows through the free-flow dual-tipped exhaust. For ge…
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More 6.3 AMG Insanity (this time in CLS form) Coupe-like sedan Lightning quick Seven gears of adrenaline 6.2 liters of fury 3 passengers to give a wild ride Autobahn burner Mercedes madness Germany unleashed Read "Still impossibly sexy; now even faster" @ Edmunds
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Daimler & Aston Martin Partnership, Possibly Not Happening William Maley - Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com September 28, 2011 When we last heard about Daimler and Aston Martin going into talks, Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche said talks have taken place and were close to a decision. Reports coming from Germany this week says the talks between the two has broken down. The reason is reportedly due to Aston Martin asking for more money than Diamler was willing to hand over. The proposal that was under negotiation was to have Aston Martin work on the next generation of Maybach vehicles. In return, Daimler would give Aston Martin platforms and engines fr…
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G. David Felt Alternative Fuels & Propulsion writer www.CheersandGears.com Reading this on Motor Trend and I have to ask when will this ugly CUV Coupe fad end? http://wot.motortrend.com/1412_bmw_x6_fighting_mercedes_gle_coupe_prototype_shows_lots_of_skin.html With stated AMG version using a twin turbo V8 engine, this brought up many questions for me to wonder about. Is the big engine V8 powered CUV / SUV's going to become the sole domain of Trucks or will the governments rewrite the spec to force the death of V8's? How does this offer any real benefit over the more traditional CUV/SUV? Can the market really justify / afford to support so many n…
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I have no special love for hardtops, nor for Mercedes. But this is the nicest 2 door wagon I've ever seen, with nothing but glass from A to D pillars. I truly am fascinated. http://www.carbodydesign.com/archive/2008/...nation-concept/
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Autoblog tests the new fortwo Sorry, I'm not really seeing it. Urban commuters don't have a place to charge it and I think very few suburban commuters would want a car this small when they can have a Volt.
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...but carries a hefty sticker price" Link Some excerpts... ????? 15mpg is conserving fuel? This chart says it all to me, especially in the power and price fields...
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but dropped the idea... http://www.roadandtrack.com/go/news/industry-news/mercedes-benz-was-set-to-rebadge-nissan-titan-and-frontier
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Rendered: 2007 S-Class Convertible Our sources in Germany are telling us that Mercedes will surprise the world with an S-Class Convertible Concept at the upcoming 2007 NAIAS in Detroit. But there's no reason to wait till January. Our favorite illustrator put together these renderings to give us all a preview of the huge four-door convertible concept. Read "Spy Shots: ’07 Mercedes S-Class Convertible" @ The Car Connection
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William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com October 17, 2012 Car is reporting that Mercedes-Benz is planning a smaller version of the venerable G-Class to compete with the replacement for the Land Rover Defender. Internally nicknamed ‘mini-G’, the vehicle will be based on the MFA platform of the new Mercedes A-class. No, the 'mini-G' isn't the A-Class based crossover that we have been reporting about for the past few months or so, this happens to be an addition. Styling will draw heavily from the G-Class with a tall, upright stance and almost horizontal roof. Powertrains will come from the A- and B-Class, and include gas and diesel engines. There will be a two-wh…
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With U.S. sales of the S-class sedan down 16% in 2017, some analysts are noting evidence of an apparent change of approach by Daimler. Though it is unconfirmed as to whether it will be sold in the U.S. market, Mercedes recently unveiled their entry-level A-Class model for the European market, due to go on sale there in May of 2018. Specifications released with images of the next generation A-Class detail three new technologies that are going to debut there first, rather than on the next S-class. The A-Class tech that may well trickle up to the higher models is a voice-activated infotainment system, an extended blind-spot assist that remains active for 3 minutes …
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Daimler EQ EV Onslaught of Trademarks Daimler filed this week multiple trademarks on top of a large amount at the end of last week in regards to their EQ electric auto line up. This also covers the EQC which is for the electric crossover versions. Seems according to Wolfgang Wurth, we will see an EQA, EQB, EQE and EQS in the car lineup. Then we have the EQC lineup of Crossovers. Then you have the latest filing for a new AMG Performance Unit which is clearly defined as an Electric vehicle. Daimler also has like BMW stated they will have wireless charging pads that can charge 100 kilometers every 5 minutes which is 62 miles for those understanding…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com March 29, 2012 Mercedes-Benz is keeping their mouth shut on the refreshed G-Class. But, that hasn't stopped Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans from accidently revealing some information about the G-Class which will appear at next week's New York Auto Show. We're using "refreshed" lightly as the only changes for the G-Class include a row of LED lights underneath the headlights and sleeker mirrors. As for the powertrains, there is some big news. The current G500 will say goodbye to the 5.5L V8 for a new 4.8L turbo V8 and the G63 AMG will get a 5.5L twin-turbo V8 producing 563 horsepower. The long-rumored G65 AMG will come to…
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Mercedes-AMG says that it will be moving to an all all-wheel drive lineup in the near future and engine downsizing as Mercedes moves towards an all electrified lineup. Autocar spoke to AMG boss Tobia Moers who said "Customers have given us the answer, and most want four-wheel drive. Back in the days when we had an AMG E-Class as rear-wheel drive and with four-wheel drive as an option, over 90% chose four-wheel drive." Even the AMG's flagship, the AMG GT will move to all-wheel drive in the near future. The current E63 AMG has an all-wheel drive system that uses clutches to send 100% of torque to whichever axle needs it, including a drift mode that will complete…
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The new Mercedes-Benz F 125! research vehicle - Redefinition of automotive luxury: emission-free driving in First Class Trailblazing concept for large, luxurious automobiles F-CELL Plug-in HYBRID with a range of 1000 km Revolutionary hydrogen storage technology Lithium-sulphur high-voltage battery with high energy density Pioneering battery charging by induction e4MATIC-all-wheel drive with four wheel electric motors and individual torque control at each wheel Bodyshell of lightweight hybrid construction with gull-wing doors for optimal access, more safety and reduced weight Innovative saloon car architecture of avantgarde design Driver-fitnes…
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By William Maley Staff Writer - CheersandGears.com January 10, 2013 Yesterday, we introduced you to most of the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class lineup. We didn't mention one model though, the new E63 AMG since Mercedes didn't release any information. Till today when Mercedes-Benz let loose the information and pictures of the new E63 AMG Sedan and Wagon. Outside, the E63 AMG sedan and wagon carry many of the changes seen on the new E-Class sedan and wagon. There is a set of full LED headlights, a twin-blade grille, 10-spoke, 19-inch titanium gray alloys, and what Mercedes-Benz calls 'A-Wing' air intakes under the bumpers. There's also a new S-Model which adds high-sheen rim…
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Daimler Has A Chat With Aston Martin Over Maybach William Maley - Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com September 17, 2011 Related: Mercedes-Benz Close To A Decision With Maybach Back in June, we reported on Daimler looking for a partner for their poor selling Maybach brand. The possible partner being thrown around at the time was Aston Martin. Well, we have an update on this story. At the Frankfurt Motor Show, CEO Dieter Zetsche said, “We are close to a decision.” Talks with Aston Martin “have taken place,” Aston Martin's Spokesman, Matthew Clarke said to Bloomberg, “We’ve been talking to them for quite some time on various topics, but have nothing ne…
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William Maley Editor/Reporter - CheersandGears.com March 5, 2012 Only being introduced back in January, Mercedes-Benz is already showing a AMG version of the SL roadster. The SL 63 AMG gets AMG's M571 twin-turbo V8 engine producing 537 HP and 590 lb-ft. Want a bit more power? AMG will offer a performance package that increases horsepower to 564 hp and torque to 664 lb-ft. That power sits in a vehicle that is 125 Kilograms (about 276 lbs) lighter than the outgoing model.That's due in part to a aluminum bodyshell and the trunk made out of carbon fiber and plastic That combination of weight-loss and power propels the SL 63 AMG to 62 MPH in 4.2 seconds. An AMG performa…
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Mercedes-Benz has released information on the new 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. While the GLC is all new, the most newsworthy change is under the hood where the turbocharged 2.0 liter, 4-cylinder gains the assistance of a 48 volt electric motor-generator mild-hybrid. The gas engine makes 258 horsepower, up 3 from the prior year, and 295 lb-ft of torque, up 22, however that torque peak is available in a narrower band of 2000 rpm - 3200 rpm compared to the 1800 rpm - 4000 rpm of the outgoing version. The combined system more than makes up for the narrower torque band with a boost from the electric motor of 23 horsepower and 148 lb-ft of torque. Most of the electric boost is…
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The Mercedes-Benz G-Class (Geländewagen) has somehow become the brand's Frankenstein. What we mean is the SUV has been part of a number of crazy projects. A key example is the G63 AMG 6x6 which brought together a turbo V8 and a number of off-road tweaks to make it a complete monster. The latest creation is the G500 4x4² (4x4 squared) which takes some of the hardware found in the 6x6 (portal axles) and a lifted suspension, and places it into a standard G550. Mercedes says the G500 4x4² offers 17.7 inches of ground clearance (the standard G550 only offers 8.1 inches of ground clearance) and can ford up to 39.3 inches of water. At the moment, Mercedes sells the G500 4x4²…
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