Pedigree of the Brands - A Different View of the Story... ...Many of us own cars which come from rather famous brands. Plenty of times, even if you hate to admit it, the badge is the main reason to look at a certain car and, in the end, it's the decisive reason in actually choosing the "perfect"model. OK, there ...
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100+ years since the invention of the self-propelled car, three new engines battle for a place in the automotive future. Which one do you see in your car 10 years from now?
The "Baby Benz" reigned for about a decade before being replaced in 1993 by the C Klasse. Specifically tailored to offer an attractive performance package for an affordable price, the car was quick at becoming a favorite among many buyers. Besides sporting a uniquely styled body, the car was packed with numerous firsts for the company, with an emphasis on safety and handling. Previously used suspensions were replaced by a patented 5-link system with arms arranged in a particular order to further improved ride quality and handling. The multi-link suspension was complemented by front and rear anti-roll bars while anti-dive and anti-squat technology made their way to the car. Of course, Anti-lock brakes, airbags and seatbelt tensioners were also made available while Diesel engines were encapsulated for better soundproofing, the latter having been a first in the automotive industry.
Mercedes-Benz USA announced that it will be the official sponsor of the Miami Beach Polo World Cup - with the event becoming the AMG Miami Beach Polo World Cup.
The cup, which takes places on Miami beach, behind the Sentai Hotel, between the 22nd and 25th April ...
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Mercedes-Benz has just made an interesting announcement: Volker Mornhinweg will succeed Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard as the head of the Mercedes Benz Vans division starting from April 1.
We think that the April 1 date is particularly significant here. For those who are ...
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While it's still quite some time until the third generation Mercedes SLK will hit the open roads (likely, the car will be launched this fall, although some say the calendar will read 2011 by the time the new SLK gets here), spyshots showing the two-seater ...
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Bettina Singhartinger and Andrea Spielvogel, two female Daimler AG employees, will join the official lineup for the Aicha des Gazelles women's rally. The two will enter competition in a Mercedes-Benz Viano 4matic, Daimler announced today. The rally kicks-off on ...
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Celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance, Mercedes-Benz will feature a collection of iconic as well as new vehicles at the event, set to take place at the Ritz-Carlton grounds between March 12-14, 2010.
The displays includes ...
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