World Auto News & Reviews

Mercedes-Benz and Hughes Telematics have partnered to create their own iteration of Ford’s Sync, and GM’s OnStar offerings. This new technology will be known as “mbrace,” and will feature 18 unique services.

In true luxury fashion, Mercedes-Benz’ new technology will offer premium and forward-thinking options such as linking to the vehicle’s interface via smart phones such as the iPhone or Blackberry- allowing remote door unlocking and locking. There are also traditional features such as automatic emergency notification in the event of an accident or if the vehicle is stolen.
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Tis the season for making babies in the motor industry. Not only are engines being downscaled but entire cars are resized to fit the recession and the environment’s demands. In conforming to this trend, according to hearsay, Mercedes-Benz has begun the process of developing a smaller, more affordable SLS AMG.
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Mercedes-Benz has purposely steered clear of the compact end of the market in the United States to preserve its up-scale image, but the German automaker will reportedly enter the premium compact segment in 2012 with at least one imported vehicle.

Word of Mercedes-Benz’ interest in the compact segment first surfaced during the summer of 2008 – when gas prices spiked to $4 a gallon around the country – but the subsequent economic collapse forced Mercedes to suspend its market-expanding plans. However, with the market showing signs of recovery and at least four new small models in the works, Mercedes-Benz has decided to revisit its previous plans.
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We’ve shown you plenty of spy and even official design photos of the upcoming 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Convertible the past few months, but these particular examples of the soft-top variant captured our attention due to their unusual two-tone paintjob.
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Mercedes-Benz will compete in its thirteenth consecutive Classic Adelaide rally when the event kicks off in the South Australian capital next Wednesday, setting a record of unbroken support and involvement with the annual event.
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