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Following in the footsteps of its bigger brothers - the Axor and the Actros - the Mercedes-Benz Atego is also available with MB's patented Blue-Tec 5 diesel technology, making it Euro 5 standard compliant.  As a result, the Atego now benefits from a 43 percent reduction in nitrogen oxide emissions (NOx) when compared to the current Euro 4 standard, while emissions of particulate matter have also been slashed dramatically.  In addition, drivers and/or owners of the Atego also reap a number of added rewards not including the aforementioned emission benefits, some of which include increased fuel economy, reduced motorway toll charges and lower depreciation...

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You all know the feeling. It's 5:30 AM - time to get to work.  The early bird gets the worm; at least that's what you've been taught.  You're not completely awake; but that's nothing a Grande Caramel Macchiato w/ whole milk and a triple shot of espresso can't cure.  Heading down I75, feeling the caffeine seeping into your bloodstream, switching lanes to exit when suddenly, BAM - you just knocked a hippie kid and his Prius (both of whom had been hiding in your blind spot) into one of the trees he's been diligently attempting to save.

Thanks to a new Blind Spot Assist system from Mercedes, this scenario will soon cease to exist...

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Mercedes-Benz and the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) have announced today that in December 2008 - the expiration date of the pair's current three-year sponsorship contract - each will be going their separate ways.  Reasons cited for the decision not to renew sponsorship included "a revised brand positioning concept and changes in communication structures," with Mercedes planning to shift sponsoring activities to the fields of golf, equestrianism, soccer, fashion and lifestyle...

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Mercedes has anounced today the availability of a new 2008 calendar perfect for those of you who with a fondness for classic MB models.  Entitled "The Look of Love," the calendar features twelve distinct cars in twelve distinct moods, with models ranging from the above-pictured 1934 Mercedes-Benz 500 K luxury roadster to a 1975 Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9.  (Note: the above photo isn't actually from the calendar; it was used simply for illustrative purposes...)

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The latest batch of Mercedes reviews are in, and with a grand total of ten different sources weighing in on a MB model, there's plenty of information to keep you occuppied should you be considering the purchase of a new C-Class, C63 AMG, CL63 AMG, CLK63 AMG Black Series, SLR Roadster, Viano or S-Class.  As with all our "Review Roundup" segments, you can find the complete list of reviews along with brief descriptions of each, immediately after the jump...

Keep Reading "Mega Review Roundup:  Mercedes C63 AMG Saloon And Estate, C-Class, CL63 AMG, CLK63 AMG Black Series, SLR Roadster, Viano And S-Class All Tested"

Making their rounds across the internet yesterday and today comes a series of spy photos depicting a Mercedes model we've seen numerous times in the past - an enhanced SL featuring a CLS-esque front end, and more recently, a severely-vented hood and widened-body paneling.  Some are calling it the rumored SLC, some are calling it a SL Black Series, and in the past, some have called it the 2009 SL-Class.  Mercedes has stated in the past it isn't the next SL, and they've denied the existence of a SL63 AMG.  That leaves either the SLC or SL Black Series, and due to earlier reports the SLC will be based on the next SL-Class, that leaves only the Black Series (if the rumors are indeed true)...

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Yes ladies and gentlemen, after taking a slightly extended weekend, we are indeed back, kicking off this bright Tuesday morning with news that broke a couple weeks ago (but due to an influx of auto show news I forgot to bring you).  Better late than never is the approach I'm taking with this story, so in case you haven't heard, Mercedes-Benz USA has announced that starting next month, a limited run of 1,000 exclusively-appointed C350 Sports will be produced, with $1 million in proceeds from the sale of the vehicles going to benefit Saks Fifth Avenue's Key To The Cure women's cancer research initiative...

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While it's true the influx of stories pertaining to Mercedes news has died down considerably since the International Motor Show opened its doors a little over a week ago, one thing which hasn't subsided is the steady stream of MB reviews making their rounds across the internet.  Today, five different models - the C63 AMG, the new C-Class Estate, the CL 500, the ML320 CDI and the E220 - are all tested, giving those of you who may be contemplating the purchase of any a better idea of what to expect from each.

As usual, you can find links to each review along with a brief summary of each immediately after the jump...

Keep Reading "Review Roundup:  Testers Weigh In On The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, C-Class Estate, CL 500, ML320 CDI And E220 CDI"

At the Mercedes-Benz plant in Bremen over the weekend the new C-Class Estate officially kicked off production, with the first vehicle rolling off the assembly line during the Friday night shift.  The estate, produced in conjunction with the Series 204 sedan, is unique, in that it's produced solely for worldwide distribution in Bremen; whereas the sedan is also produced at plants in Sindelfingen and East London...

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Although it's true the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate celebrated its world debut only a week ago, that's hardly an excuse for the luxury brand not to have a genuine accessory range to compliment the new models.  Mercedes designers agreed, so today, a mere six days after the estate's launch, comes details of what options are available to add an even more in-depth level of customization to your C-Class wagon of choice...

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Welcome back ladies and gentlemen; I hope you all had a fantastic weekend.  To kick things off this morning we have a quick recap of the F1 transpired at Spa over the weekend.  As usual, if you have it TIVO'd and plan on catching it later; read no further.  Otherwise, hit the jump for the complete details of how the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes team fared...

Keep Reading "Team Vodafone McLaren Mercedes F1 Race Recap:  Spa"

Although Mercedes reviews have been relatively slow the past week due to the ongoing coverage of the International Motor Show, a few new MB reviews have surfaced recently - reviews which analyze the C300 Sport, C350 Sport, SLR McLaren Roadster and E220 CDI Estate.  In addition, there's an article published by the New York Times which discusses the new F700 concept, a vehicle which, in addition to featuring the much-needed sushi storage compartment, redefines fuel efficiency in a luxury sedan.

As with all our "Review Roundup" segments, you can find links to each article along with brief descriiptions of each immediately below...

Keep Reading "Review Roundup:  Multiple Looks At The C-Class, SLR Roadster, E220 CDI Estate And F700 Concept"

Yes ladies and gentlemen, after an exciting, action-packed week chocked full of gargantuan press releases and a few hundred photos, regular programming has again commenced; and as my eloquent title has already alluded we're beginning the day with news of a rather unsavory sort. 

It turns out, after a day-long meeting yesterday, the International Automobile Federation (FIA) has just stripped the Vodafone McLaren Mercedes F1 team of all points earned in this year's constructor's standings, following findings that the team was in possession of technical documents acquired from Ferrari.  In addition, the FIA also imposed a staggering fine of $100 million against the McLaren Mercedes team, but at this point no additional penalties were given (meaning the team can continue competing in the remainder of the season's races, and both team drivers Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso will retain their individual points)...

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Stuttgart - On September 17, the teamWorx/UFA film production company and the media company Gruner +Jahr media will launch FLOADED (www.FLOADED.com), a completely new type of Web platform in Germany. Loaded Film Entertainment (FLOADED) will show high-quality short films featuring brand presence and interactive functions. Mercedes-Benz will become the first brand to partner with the innovative advertising platform when the site launches a short film called “The Illusive” - an amusing parody inspired by an imaginary account of the automaker’s everyday activities...

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Stuttgart - The new C-Class Estate, which will celebrate its world premiere at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA), costs between 31,713.50 and 47,124 euros* in Germany, depending on engine version.

The new estate/saloon offers the largest loading volume (up to 1500 litres) and most diverse range of engine variants and equipment packages of all premium estate vehicles in this market segment. For instance, customers can choose between three turbo-diesels which consume up to twelve percent less fuel compared with their predecessor. The new C 200 CDI Estate (100 kW/136 hp), which uses only 6.0 litres per 100 kilometres, and the C 220 CDI Estate, which makes do with just 6.1 litres, cost 33,617.50 and 35,938 euros*, respectively. The C 320 CDI Estate (42,483 euros*) is optionally available with permanent all-wheel drive and costs 47,124 euros* in the 4MATIC version with seven-speed automatic transmission as standard...

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