Thursday, February 28, 2013

Check out this awesome video!


With a star-studded cast including Usher, Kate Upton and Willem Dafoe, Mercedes-Benz unveils the all-new CLA-Class in this extended cut of its Super Bowl commercial.


Tuesday, February 26, 2013

PS4 video game gives early peek at Merc CLA 45 AMG

As the next-generation Sony PlayStation 4 (PS4) is claimed to have picture-perfect in-game graphics, Mercedes-Benz has seen it fit to give us a preview of the upcoming CLA 45 AMG performance four-door coupe in digital form, as rendered in one of the gaming console’s launch titles, Driveclub.
The CLA 45 AMG will have its real world premiere at the New York motor show later in March, following its mechanical-twin, the A 45 AMG’s debut in Geneva. 

Both models share the same 360 hp, 450 Nm turbocharged 2.0 litre engine matched to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission driving all four wheels. Its performance figures should match that of the A 45 AMG, which is to say it’ll get to 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds and on to a limited top speed of 250 km/h. 

Only the picture above is released, giving us a look at the twin exhaust arrangement and rear diffuser. Apart from the model-appropriate badges on the boot and front fenders, the rest of the car looks identical to the regular Mercedes-Benz CLA that’s equipped with the optional AMG Sport package. More details to follow when the car is revealed in full. 

As of the racing game, it is developed by Sony Computer Entertainment Inc’s Evolution Studios. Evo who? They’re the people behind the much-loved WRC franchise on the PS2 and more recently, the PS3’s MotorStorm series. Driveclub will be launched alongside Sony’s next generation console in the last quarter of this year. 

Courtesy of: Mercedes-Benz Newsroom

Monday, February 25, 2013

Car cleaning tip: Duct Clean to Keep that New-Car Smell





Compressed air from a small, portable compressor is an easy way to blow dust and dirt out of heating and air-conditioning ductwork. The trick is to aim the high-pressure air at the walls of the ducts behind the vent grilles, where dust and dirt stick and cause musty smells. If your car has a cabin air filter you can change it, or remove it and blow the dust and dirt out. 

Courtesy of: Popular Mechanics

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Mercedes AMG and Cigarette Racing debut 2,220-HP electric motor boat

 

Take the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG E-Cell, stretch it and take off the wheels then make it float and you've basically got the just-unveiled Cigarette AMG Electric Drive Concept. Powered by an all-electric powertrain that offers 2,200 horsepower and 2,213 pound-feet of torque (and uses "numerous components" taken from the not-quite-as-yellow SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive), the sleek concept is being called the "world's most powerful electric drive powerboat." What that means is a top speed of over 100 miles per hour from four 60-kWh lithium-ion batteries and two banks of six liquid-cooled, permanent-magnet synchronous electric motors. And the 240 kWh of total energy should provide plenty of juice out on the water.

Launched (but not literally) at the Miami International Boat Show today, the Cigarette AMG Electric Drive Concept is the result of a partnership between Mercedes-AMG and Cigarette Racing. The boat is 38 feet long (much longer than the 15-foot SLS) and is plastered with AMG branding on the sides and top of the bow above the matte chrome yellow paint (officially called AMG Electricbeam mango). Two 220-kW chargers can refill the batteries, dockside, in about seven hours.

The idea of a powerful electric boat is nothing new (Henrik Fisker talked about a plug-in hybrid watercraft late last year), but this is the first time we've seen Mercedes put its EV technology on the water. Anyone who's afraid of driving an EV in the rain should take note. Check out the complete press release below.

Courtesy of: Auto Blog

Friday, February 15, 2013

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

New York Ushers In Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

 

Lincoln Center is buzzing with the start of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week as it gets underway from February 7th to 14th, 2013 with more than 90 designers presenting their Fall 2013 collections.  Among the most anticipated fashion houses displaying their latest looks on the runways, Mercedes-Benz is also rolling-out its all-new CLA-Class and limited edition SLS AMG Black Series, in a new brand installation featuring coordinating looks curated by well-known fashion stylist, Danielle Nachmani.

The installation features 28 looks representing a spectrum of fashion designs from ready-to-wear to haute couture that grace Lincoln Center runways over the course of seven days.  Two Mercedes-Benz vehicles will amplify this theme.  The all-new 2014 CLA-Class, set to establish a new entry segment within Mercedes-Benz and referred to as a four-door style rebel. And, the SLS AMG Black Series, a show-stopping super car known for its iconic Gullwing doors and powerhouse performance. 

The CLA-inspired looks styled by Nachmani feature high-end designs that are the staples of everyday fashion wardrobes, which reflect the philosophy behind the CLA – cutting-edge automotive design, luxury and performance, yet extremely accessible.  It will be juxtaposed with haute couture looks that match the caliber of the SLS AMG Black Series, a limited-edition 622 horsepower coupe shown in an eye-catching solarbeam yellow that makes a statement similar to the perfect red carpet Oscar dress.

"Mercedes-Benz design is fascinating in so many ways providing the brand with a unique opportunity to position itself among the most important fashion labels in the world," says Danielle Nachmani, stylist for Mercedes-Benz. "There are only a handful of iconic fashion houses that can take luxury across every segment, but still hold true to its values and craftsmanship."

Within the display, attendees will have the chance to have a car drawn by artist and illustrator, Peter Breese, based on their personal fashion cache as inspiration.  These illustrations can be shared on Facebook, Twitter or email.  An insider's look on Pinterest is also available where Mercedes-Benz boards are curated with images of cars, clothing and happenings throughout the week. 

Supermodel Karlie Kloss will make an appearance on February 12, 2013 to show-off a key visual featuring herself with the all-new 2014 CLA-Class photographed by Ryan McGinley with creative direction from Jefferson Hack.

Courtesy of: Yahoo Finance

Car cleaning tip of the day!

 

Never wipe or dust the body with a dry cloth: The tiny particles of dust and grit on the surface can scratch the paint.

Courtesy of: Dummies

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

Mercedes-Benz Introduces an Even More Aggressive C63 AMG with 'Edition 507'


The C63 AMG models are becoming even more aggressive wîth the addition of a newly developed 'Edition 507'. The output of the AMG 6.3 liter V8 engine has been increased by 56 hp, bringing the output to 507 hp wîth 450 lb.-ft. of torque. The model year 2014 C63 AMG 'Edition 507' uses much of the same technology as the SLS AMG: the eight-cylinder naturally aspirated engine features forged pistons, connecting rods and a lightweight crankshaft as seen on the super sports car. An AMG high-performance compound constuction braking system wîth red brake calipers is fitted as standard. The C63 AMG 'Edition 507' will be available in the Summer of 2013 and is designed to appeal to ambitious drivers who take pleasure in best-in-class technology as well as exclusive design and sporty handling.

The C63 AMG 'Edition 507' coupe and sedan produces 507 hp and accelerates from 0-60 in 4.1 seconds. This new model outperforms the existing 451 hp C63 model by three-tenths of a second, and the variants wîth the AMG Development Package which produce 481 hp by two-tenths of a second. In addition to an increase in top speed to 174 mph, the 'Edition 507' also includes a voucher for a driver training session at the AMG Driving Academy.


According to Ola Kallenius, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-AMG GmbH: 'The C 63 AMG wîth the classic AMG 6.3-litre high-revving V8 naturally aspirated engine is one of the most popular AMG high-performance cars in the world. With the new C 63 AMG 'Edition 507', we are offering our loyal customers an attractive model variant which boasts even higher performance and at the same time is visually exciting.'



Courtesy of: Concept Carz