2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Spy »

Although we still have a good amount of time to wait before the next generation Mercedes M-Class is unveiled, spy photos of the 2012 model have begun to surface. As you would expect from a model roughly two years away from its unveiling, the ML is heavily disguised, leaving us to speculate what exactly is [...]

Mercedes-Benz GLK Special Feature: 4MATIC Technology In Detail »

The 4MATIC drive system in the GLK is among the most powerful all-wheel-drive systems there is; its control systems break new ground. Advantages over other systems with a transversely installed drive unit are achieved thanks to the basic compact, light and friction-loss-optimised design with its longitudinally positioned engine and integrated main and transfer case. Fuel [...]

Preview: Next-generation Mercedes Benz SLK »

The SLK roadster has served Mercedes Benz well over its life since introduction in 2004, and like all cars its once-cutting-edge design has become somewhat tired, despite a mid-cycle facelift. An all-new SLK is in the works, however, and it’s been spotted on numerous occasions testing in Germany.
Aside from the car’s general proportions not much [...]

2010 Mercedes-Benz GLK350 4MATIC Review »

The GLK350 is a completely new vehicle for Mercedes-Benz. It addresses a gap in their SUV/crossover lineup that until now had buyers of compact SUVs shopping elsewhere. Loyal Mercedes-Benz owners can now remain with the premium manufacturer while conforming to the “less is more” trend that’s dominating the automotive marketplace of late.
Distinctive Mercedes-Benz styling
The bold, [...]

2010 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG First Impressions »

Stuttgart, Germany – AMG – the mission: Combine pure sports car dynamics with day-to-day Mercedes suitability. In case the purpose was unclear, that’s the messaging from Kai Marten, Director of AMG Operations in Stuttgart, Germany.
Engine manufacturing at the heart of AMG
Before jumping into my ‘First Impressions’ of the formidable E63 AMG, let me share a [...]