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 Spy Shots: Next-generation Mercedes-Benz CLS |
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Dec 29, 2008 - 11:10 PM - by Mercedes Forum
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Filed under: Spy Photos, Sedans/Saloons, Mercedes-Benz
 The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is undergoing testing, and as is true with so many segment-defining vehicles, there doesn't look to be much of a change going on up top. However, down below, in the area covered by cladding, we will probably see some noticeable tweaks and refinements as the original "four-door coupe" moves from the current E-Class to the new E-Class platform (it will not be built on the S-Class platform). As for engines, in addition to gas and (in Europe) diesel options, it will be offered with the BlueHybrid drivetrain from the S400.
In the mean time, for 2009, the CLS gets revised front and rear, a new grille, larger outside mirrors, and LEDs in the tail-lamp clusters. Inside, a new steering wheel complements the reworked interior and a next-generation COMAND system.
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Mercedes SL65 AMG Black Series dyno'd [w/VIDEO] |
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Dec 29, 2008 - 6:33 PM - by Mercedes Forum
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Filed under: Videos, Mercedes-Benz
When Mercedes picked an engine to motivate the SL65 AMG Black Series, the German automaker didn't fool around. A V12 powerplant carries more than enough punch for most supercars, but Mercedes strapped on a pair of turbochargers to ensure that the Black Series was ridiculous enough to justify its price tag. The net result is 670 hp and 738 lb-ft, or enough muscle to propel a two-ton vehicle to 60 in 3.8 seconds.
Armed with a dyno, some spare time and a healthy dose of curiosity, Automobile decided to test for themselves the power of the mighty Benz. The Black Series didn't disappoint, pulling down 573 hp @ 5300 rpm and 682 lb-ft @ 3620 rpm at the rear wheels. The Black Series SL65 showed its superiority over the S65 AMG, as the... [Read More]
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Spy Shots: E-Class wagon |
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Dec 28, 2008 - 9:00 PM - by Mercedes Forum
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Filed under: Spy Photos, Wagons/Estates, Mercedes-Benz
 When we saw spy shots of the E63 AMG wagon a couple of months ago, we thought the extended lines might diminish the stubbiness of the E Class sedan. The camouflage, cladding, and low profile tires made it seem deceptively sleek. Now that we've seen pictures of the regular E Class wagon, we're not so sure. There are two swage lines along the sides, but without any other curvature or those nifty ConceptFascination-esque haunches, they can't break up the impression of acres of metal. It just looks huge. Even so, we're still upset we don't get it here, and with a trailer hitch, even...
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SLR Stirling Moss won't be offered in North America (w/VIDEO) |
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Dec 26, 2008 - 6:51 PM - by Mercedes Forum
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Filed under: Detroit Auto Show, Videos, Supercars, Mercedes-Benz
Click above for a high-res gallery of the Mercedes-Benz McLaren SLR Stirling Moss
With the exhibitors' roster for the upcoming 2009 Detroit Auto Show dwindling, you'd think that any cars being unveiled there might actually, you know, be available in North America. But according to reports, you'd be wrong.
Mercedes-Benz is anticipated to unveil the million-dollar Stirling Moss edition SLR McLaren, but sources indicate that the limited-production topless supercar won't even be offered in the market in which it's being unveiled. No worries for Mercedes, which will likely have sold the full run of 75 SLR... [Read More]
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Jim Press says Chrysler could be America's Benz, BMW |
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Dec 22, 2008 - 8:46 PM - by Mercedes Forum
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Filed under: BMW, Chrysler, LLC., Mercedes-Benz
What American automaker best matches up with the uber-machines from the Germans? Lincoln... no, probably not. Cadillac? Getting warmer. How 'bout Chrysler, asks ChryCo. co-Prez Jim Press. After a quick review of Chrysler's current line-up, we're not really buying the comparison; but it's fun to dream, so we'll bite. The Sebring is roughly the size of the C-Class and 3 Series, but it's driving the wrong wheels to go head-to-head with BMW and Mercedes-Benz, so that would need a complete rework, to say the least.
The 300C is a very nice car with an appropriate engine up front, rear-wheel drive and a relatively attractive price compared to the Germans. That could work, but it's clear that Chrysler would need to pump lots more money into the car to keep it up to date with it's competition from Germany. Minivans don't equate very well to any Germanic rivals, especially since the R-Class from MB has been a major disappointment.
One possible area that Chrysler has over its supposed... [Read More]
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BMW loses Clonewars Italian court battle |
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Dec 19, 2008 - 3:31 PM - by Mercedes Forum
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Filed under: SUVs, China, Euro, Government/Legal, Crossovers/CUVs, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, SMART
Take a close look at the image. A court in Italy has just ruled that the crossover pictured above, the five-seat CEO built by Shuanghuan Automobile of Shijiazhuang, China, is not a clone of the BMW X5. Um... yeah. The legal battles began when Shuanghuan introduced their "Noble" last year, a near-clone of the Smart fortwo. Mercedes-Benz wasn't impressed, and ... [Read More]
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