Revealed: 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG - LA 2012

 

Mercedes-Benz has revealed its biggest and brawniest sport utility vehicle, the 2013 GL63 AMG. Making its North American debut at the LA Auto Show, Mercedes-Benz AMG chief Ola Kaellenius called this range-topping version of the GL-Class "The fastest, most powerful 7-passenger SUV in the market."

Just how fast? How about a top speed of 174 mph and 0-60 mph time of under five seconds, both incredible figures for a full-size SUV. The heart of this all-wheel-drive luxury beast is a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine that makes 550 horsepower and 560 lb-ft of torque. The monstrous powerplant is connected to a performance-oriented version of Mercedes' 7-speed automatic transmission.

Inside, the 2013 GL63 will feature all the amenities and luxury accommodations found in its GL-Class siblings, along with unique features such as AMG Ride Control sports suspension. Further beneath the metal, a specialized transfer case for this model distributes engine power to the wheels in a 40:60 split to front and rear.

The GL63 AMG will stand out from its siblings on the outside, too. In addition to gaining the refreshed design found in other models of the GL-Class that went on sale this past summer, this AMG version is emboldened with flared fenders that increase its body width by nearly two inches and help envelope its 21-inch wheels.

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG is set to go on sale in limited quantities in the first quarter of summer 2013. The vehicle will have a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price starting at $116,925.

Courtesy of: Kelley Blue Book

 

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A look inside the fascinating technics used to create the new Mercedes-Benz light design.

Car tip: Driving Safety Tips to Avoid an Accident

 

• Don't allow children to fight or climb around in your car (they should be buckled in their seats at all times). One accidental bump or too much noise can easily distract you from concentrating on driving safely.
  
• Cell phones can also take your focus away from the task at hand: arriving safely at your destination.
  
• Avoid driving when you're tired. Be aware that some medications can cause drowsiness and make operating a vehicle very dangerous.
  
• Always use caution when changing lanes. Cutting in front of someone, changing lanes too fast or not using your signals may cause an accident or upset other drivers.

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Mercedes Ener-G-Force Concept Goes Back To The Future

 

What would happen if the Mercedes-Benz G-Class was still around by 2025, and somehow, the California Highway Patrol enlisted the iconic SUV for off-road duty? You might have never found yourself wondering about this particular hypothetical, but Mercedes has.

This bulbous behemoth, the Ener-G-Force concept, is Benz's response to this year’s police-themed LA Auto Show Design Challenge. The creation of the California-based Mercedes-Benz Advanced Designed Studio seemingly traveled backward to go forward; it looks a little like 2002's idea of what a 2025 police off-roader would look like.

Gone are the G-Class’s iconic angular lines, replaced by sweeping, flowing curves. The most explicit alteration is a complete facelift, swapping the perfect rectangular grille for this rounded front end. The concept features flashy exterior lighting in the form of roof-mounted emergency lights integrated directly into the car's body's, which the German automaker lauds in a press release as "are impossible to ignore." And, of course, the retro-futuristic ride features plenty of features we've come to expect from concepts that carmakers won't actually have to build, including a cutesy name and a hydrogen-powered drivetrain.

Radical as they may be, it is hard to ignore the Ener-G-Force's looks. The 20-inch wheels look functional, and the low-profile windows are a welcome departure from the massive greenhouse on the present-day G-Class. In fact, the company says, the concept could signal a shift in Merc design.

"Modern and cool, [the Ener-G-Force] could also be a clue about a new beginning for the off-road design idiom of Mercedes-Benz," Gorden Wagener, Merc’s Director of Design, said in the release. If it’s true, then we could see a G-Class that moves away from rectangles and jagged lines toward undulating and smooth curves—something like the look of Range Rover’s Evoque and the new Ford Explorer.

Courtesy of: Popular Mechanics

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Mercedes-Benz Shines At Miami International Auto Show

 

With Florida sunshine as the backdrop, perfect for top down driving enthusiasts, Mercedes-Benz showcases two of the three-pointed star's most powerful roadsters.  The all-new 2013 SL63 AMG features show stopping power for South Floridians eager to add excitement to their daily driving time.  Powered by a hand built 5.5 liter direct-injection bi-turbo AMG V8 engine delivering 530-hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, this luxury roadster combines unparalleled performance
synonymous with AMG and an extraordinary driving experience.  The 6^th generation of the iconic Mercedes-Benz Roadster stays true to its namesake with an all-new aluminum bodyshell, weighing nearly 300 pounds less than its predecessor.  The SL63 AMG is available in showrooms at $145,800 MSRP. 

The SLS AMG Roadster is top gun in a brand new display featuring convertibles that participated in the Southern Automotive Media Association's (SAMA) annual "topless" event which ranks the best new convertibles of the year.  The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster is recognized as the "2012 Convertible of the Year " by SAMA and is displayed alongside 10 other vehicles from manufacturers who entered the contest.  The SLS AMG Roadster is powered by a hand-built 6.3 liter V8 engine delivering 563-hp and can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in 3.7 seconds.  The soft top can be opened in 11 seconds, making top down driving available at the touch of a button.  This model joins the SLS AMG gullwing coupe, the first-ever cars designed and developed from the ground up by Mercedes-AMG, the company's high performance division.  The SLS AMG Roadster is available in showrooms starting at $196,100 MSRP.

In addition, Mercedes-Benz is featuring its full line-up of all-new 2013 SUVs including the G63 AMG with a V8 bi-turbo engine.  The AMG version of the "G-Wagon" is one of the most highly-recognizable luxury off-road vehicles.  It is crafted with over forty hours of hand labor, evident in the welded steel body frame that creates the upright athletic body and iconic design.  The off-roader features a significantly restyled interior which is characterized by high-quality appointments finished with exquisite materials and an all-new instrument cluster and center console. New standard safety features including Blind Spot Assist, the parking aid PARKTRONIC and the adaptive cruise control system DISTRONIC PLUS, make this SUV, one of the most advanced in its segment.  The G63 AMG is available in showrooms at $134,300 MSRP.

For the whole family, the all-new second-generation seven passenger GL-Class, is the leading luxury full-size SUV, and winner of the 2013 Motor Trend Sport/Utility of the Year award.  Cradling its occupants with the first-class comfort of a luxurious sedan, the all-new GL is perfect for large families with ample space for up to seven passengers, while a host of efficiency measures delivers a substantial improvement in fuel economy. The new GL offers a vast amount of standard safety systems, including the all-new COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, which pre-charges the brakes and alerts the driver with a warning beep and flashing light on the dash if the system senses a risk of imminent collision, as well as ATTENTION ASSIST, ADAPTIVE BRAKE technology, mbrace2 telematics and Crosswind Stabilization.  Optional safety systems include: ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM, On/Off-Road Package, Active Parking Assist, Active Lane Keeping Assist, a 360-degree Surround View camera, Panorama Roof and power EASY-ENTRY for third-row passengers.  The new GL model ranges from the fuel-sipping GL350 with a V6 turbodiesel ($62,400 MSRP) to the high-performance GL63 AMG (Price TBD, available in November) that's powered by a hand-built AMG 5.5-liter bi-turbo, direct injection V8, and the popular GL450 ($63,900 MSRP) and GL550 ($86,900 MSRP), both equipped with new direct-injection bi-turbo V8 engines.

The Mercedes-Benz 2013 GLK-Class features a fresh new design, exclusive equipment, pioneering safety assistance systems and efficient engines.  The restyled 2013 GLK-Class reaffirms its leadership in the entry-level SUV segment with a newly designed exterior that provides more dynamic character, combining classic SUV styling with the design language of the current Mercedes-Benz sedans.  The 2013 GLK350 is available now at $37,090 MSRP, and the GLK250 BlueTEC will follow in early 2013. 

Courtesy of: Mercedes-Benz Newsroom

 

Care like no other, for a car like no other.

 

Keep your Mercedes-Benz looking like new inside and out with specially formulated shampoo, paint cleaner, polish, and other products from the Mercedes-Benz Car Care Product Collection. Each product is meticulously designed to clean, protect, and maintain the original Mercedes-Benz appearance that was love at first sight.

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A fabulous review for fabulous service. Great work, Corey!

 

"They sent tech Corey from Lokey Motor Company. He started my car, reset factory settings, was very nice and appeared to be knowledgeable of my auto needs. I will return for service asap and I have faith in Lokey now." - N.S.

Look at this sporty and beautiful '12 Mercedes-Benz 3.0L V6!

 

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"Are we there yet?" is a question that's been asked millions of times, of countless road trips. And it's a question that we, at Mercedes-Benz, ask of ourselves every day.

Car cleaning tip: Cleaning your windshield!

 

When your windshield actually gets blurrier after you turn on your wipers during a rainstorm, it usually means that your wiper blades are dirty. To make them as good as new, dampen a cloth or rag with some full-strength white vinegar and run it down the full length of each blade once or twice.

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