Singer, song writer and all around international superstar Usher Raymond is a self-proclaimed Mercedes-Benz fan, specifically the high-performance AMG division. Usher had a chance to visit Mercedes-AMG in Affalterbach today, and while there he had an opportunity to assemble the final parts of the V8 AMG engine for his new SLS AMG. Usher also had a chance to test out the all new A45 AMG out on the track. The Grammy winner will also be on hand at the official world premiere A45 AMG at the Geneva Motor Show.

For the American singer and actor, Mercedes-Benz is the luxury brand par excellence. “When I think about luxury, the first thing that comes to mind is Mercedes. So it was a very special moment for me when I was able to buy a Mercedes-Benz for my mom. So far it was the only car I have given her as a gift”, explains Usher. The star himself is currently driving a CLS 63 AMG, until his new gullwing SLS AMG is delivered. And when it comes to family cars, the father of two children enjoys driving a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Usher has been ranked by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) as one of the best selling artists in American music history, having sold over 44 million albums worldwide.

As a fan and connoisseur of Mercedes-AMG, the chart-topping star is extremely excited about his test drive in the A 45 AMG. “I can hardly wait to get behind the wheel”, says Usher. “It looks so absolutely cool and sexy, and I’m really excited about experiencing the power of the first AMG four-cylinder turbo engine.” After the test drive he will be talking all about his experience on his Facebook page. Producing a peak output of 265 kW (360 hp) and maximum torque of 450 Nm, the 2.0-litre four-cylinder AMG turbocharged engine is the world’s most powerful four-cylinder engine in series production. The new CLA 45 AMG, which will be celebrating its world premiere in New York at the end of March, also benefits from the same engine. Usher has already confirmed the first test drive for this innovative high-performance Coupé too – an event which he will also be sharing with his fans.

No matter where in the world you are right now, the SUV that has the world’s elite enthralled is the new 2013 Mercedes G63 AMG. After it’s market launch in August, the G63 has quickly become one of the most sought after vehicles around the world.

In the last few years Kim Kardashian has received spent more than $1.2m on a variety of customised top of the range vehicles. But, it seems the 31-year-old reality tv star still has room in her garage for one more.  Treating herself to a brand new $150,000 2013 Mercedes G63 AMG, a cat so new at the time that it wasn’t even available.  TV star Kim bragged that she “got the first one!”.

After posting the first photos of her new black G63 AMG, she then had sent it off to Platinum Motorsport for a makeover.

The final result hit the web today, and it seems the 2013 G63 AMG received a white paintjob and new wheels on the exterior and no doubt custom upgrades on the inside.

In the event that you have been under a rock for the last few months and are wondering what is so great about the 2013 G63 AMG, here is a rundown.  The engineers from Mercedes’ AMG Division swapped out the old engine for an AMG 5.5-liter V8 biturbo engine develops a maximum output of 544 hp and a torque of 560 lb-ft, enabling the 2013 G63 AMG to accelerate from zero to 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds, with a top speed of 130 mph (electronically limited).

This Monday morning, we though there was no better way to kick things of than to play a game.  Can you match the car to the celebrity?  For instance, if you saw a 1950’s 300SL Gullwing, it’s likely you would know that the proud owner is none other than Hugh Hefner.  But what about the rest of these top of the line Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the list, who’s their celebrity driver.  Click the photos of the cars below to find out who the owner is.  Need a hint?  Here is a list of celebrities included; Michael Phelps, Kanye West, Reese Witherspoon, Kim Kardashian, Sylvester Stallone,  Nina Dobrev and Dwyane Wade.

Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss

Mercedes-Benz SLR Mclaren

Mercedes-Benz GL350

Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG

Mercedes-Benz SL63 AMG

Mercedes-Benz E350

George Clooney stars in the latest Mercedes-Benz E-Class Long Wheel Base commercial produced by BBDO Beijing for Mercedes-Benz China.  The commercial features George Clooney and super model Bonnie Chen escaping the mob of paparazzi and heading off into the sunset.  It isn’t the most exciting commercial, but it is certainly a step-up from George’s Fiat commercial a few years back.