Monday, November 28, 2011

Sievers Tuned the Mercedes-Benz SLR GTB

A footage was released by JustinsSupercars, it's showing the Mercedes-Benz SLR GTB at the 2011 Essen Motor Show.

According to AutoEvolution, the car has 814 HP and torque of 1,200 Nm. It has a top speed of 350km/h while the weight decreased to 1.5 tons. The orange car is worth €1.9 million. Ouch!



Source: AutoEvolution.com

Sunday, November 27, 2011

Video: Playing with Mercedes E63 AMG

AMG is a brand known to produce power cars. Many fear its speed, yet there are more who wants to be behind the wheels of these cars. Like this Youtube video by Jorriks, showing how you can “play” with a Mercedes E63 AMG.


Thursday, November 24, 2011

Mercedes-Benz M-Class' Ad

The new luxury SUV is not only for your usual family trip to a mall or golf course. You'll be surprised that it can haul a tree too.

The Mercedes-Benz commercial shows a young guy who got blocked by a tree on the road. Then he gets home, his wife asked him why he is late. He explained what happened then the rear hatch door was opened and there was firewood.

It just wants to show that M-Class is a mean machine, aside from being the luxury car it is known for.


Mercedes-Benz SL: The First Car to Have 89% Aluminum Body

Everyone's excited to see this new car.

The Mercedes-Benz SL has been creating buzz in the auto fandom because of its many features that have never been seen in any vehicles yet. It is said to be 89 % aluminum, which intrigues tuners and car enthusiasts alike because being aluminum means it is ultra-light, trimming 275 lbs from SL 500 and 308 lbs from SL 350.

The engine to power the car is not confirmed yet, but rumor has it that it will use Mercedes-Benz' new 4.6L twin-turbocharged engine. It will also be equipped with the MAGIC VISION CONTROL technology, which replaces the usual windshield. It means that water jets are installed in the wiper.

The Mercedes-Benz SL will be released by the end of this year, meanwhile, check out this video of the new 'light' car.


Monday, November 21, 2011

Los Angeles Design Challenge: Daimler's Entries

The Los Angeles Design Challenge is a design contest for industries to showcase their ingenuity and creativity. And of course, Mercedes-Benz will not be left behind.

Here are some pictures grabbed from Benzinsider.com:

The smart Parkour : The car that can climb skyscrapers and fly.


Maybach Berline: Car based on the 17th century coaches but with gull-wing doors!


And finally, the Mercedes-Benz Silver arrow!


The Car Sharing Network is Now in San Diego


Last November 18, the car sharing network started its operation in the city of San Diego California. It began with 300 smartfortwo cars and hopefully if the business is good the company will add a few more of it or will branch out in Los Angeles where there are more people.

Here's a press release from Daimler:

Driving electric vehicles now possible — and affordable — for an entire city
car2go begins deploying 300 emissions-free vehicles throughout San Diego

SAN DIEGO — car2go N.A., LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Daimler North America Corporation, and the City of San Diego today officially launched North America’s first all-electric carsharing network, making emissions-free driving a widely available and affordable transportation option for all of San Diego.

A New Way to Get Around

The car2go smart fortwo electric drive carsharing network provides San Diego drivers with unmatched flexibility and convenience in urban mobility. Starting today, and for the first time in the history of North America, an entire city will have on-demand access to a large network of electric drive cars.

“car2go has set a new milestone in terms of flexible and tailor-made individual mobility. As the innovation leader in the automotive industry, we strive to serve our worldwide customers not only with leading-edge technology but also with groundbreaking new concepts,” said Thomas Weber, the Daimler Board of Management member responsible for research and development. “Therefore, we accelerate the rollout of this cutting-edge mobility concept. Starting Nov. 18, 2011, San Diego will be part of the innovative worldwide car2go network with a fleet of emission-free smart fortwo electric drive.”

car2go began deploying 300 smart fortwo electric drive vehicles Friday in San Diego, which are now in service and available for use.

“car2go’s investment here is another major step toward making San Diego the nation’s electric-vehicle capital,” said Mayor Jerry Sanders. “This carsharing program gives San Diegans a clean transportation option and complements walkable lifestyles in our city’s urban communities.”

Revolutionizing the Carsharing Industry

Unlike traditional carsharing programs, car2go meets the daily needs of members by providing a free-floating network of vehicles that is truly available on-demand for point-to-point trips. Members can use car2go with or without a reservation, for as long as they would like, without having to commit to a return time or location.

“We have designed car2go to be convenient and flexible, to meet the demands of everyday life, and to fit the lifestyle of our members,” said Nicholas Cole, president and CEO of car2go N.A., LLC. “It is as easy as having access to your own vehicle, and in some cases, like in densely populated downtown areas such as San Diego, it can actually be easier. car2go fills the gap between where you are and where you want to be.”

San Diegans will now have access to the car2go network of electric vehicles 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When they’re finished using the vehicle, members can park in a car2go-designated spot, at city non-restricted meters or on-street in residential neighborhoods within the car2go operating area. Parking, recharging, insurance and maintenance are included. Members pay by the minute, and only for the time they use the vehicle, with discounted rates for hourly and daily use.

“San Diego is a progressive city focused on a sustainable future. Starting today, San Diegans who have dreamed of owning an electric vehicle but could not, now can enjoy the benefits of electric vehicles and become part of an emissions-free mobility revolution,” said Cole. “car2go is revolutionizing the carsharing industry and the future of urban mobility. The launch of car2go in San Diego will serve as a model for other cities around the world that are looking for ways to reduce emissions, alleviate congestion, and create a more sustainable environment for their residents.”

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Video: Unveiling the 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML63 AMG

Days before the Los Angeles Auto Show, Mercedes-Benz posted this video that shows the 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML63 for us to enjoy. It kind of served as a teaser, because once you've watched it you will feel more excited to see it in person. Watch the video below.