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We knew it wouldn't take long until Mercedes will start building a competitor for the BMW's successful 1 Series coupe. We have also learned in the past that Mercedes will go after the BMW X3 with its new model, GLK, but this time, the rumor is that MB will go after the not-yet-released BMW X1. 
Daimler […]

This is a commercial I came across on Youtube, in which a bimmer fan decides to pick on Mercedes-Benz.
The funny ending is just priceless, a yellow smiley face replaces the BMW roundel, more like a smirk, which I found it just hilarious. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_rSjDt5MMk

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What is the point of having a 450hp AMG Benz if you don't drive it like an AMG should be driven. This is the new C63 AMG TV commercial.[Source Car Scoop]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5eOLq07VwSE

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Daimler plans to use more of its lithium-hybrid technology in its own model range by 2010 at the latest and the agreement between Daimler and BMW means that the world's first lithium-ion battery to go into a production vehicle will also be used by BMW.
The battery is being developed by Continental AG and BMW paid […]

This is an awesome video as Topgear tests out the three beasts of the german companies. These are all great cars debuting and it is awesome to see them compared, i really love the new look benz has given to the c class, but as i’ve noted before i would without a question take that […]

Videos: New Mercedes SL 63 AMG

The new-look front apron with a more pronounced wedge shape, black-painted radiator grille, larger cooling air intakes and lower transverse fin painted in black harmonises perfectly with the redesigned front end of the SL‑Class, giving it a decidedly masculine aura. The distinctive AMG bonnet more than hints at the unique power unit underneath. Bi-xenon […]

Well, that was my first thought, but after seeing the official photos and reading the technical specs, I am not sure that Mercedes-Benz was actually trying to be in a direct competition with the BMW's best seller: the 3-series.

The Mercedes-Benz CLC-Class sports coupe/hatchback, which is a replacement to the vehicle formerly known as the C-Class […]

What's happening at Mercedes? First, their initial diesel engines didn't pass the emission standards in all the 50 states  and now, they have just issued a major recall for 9004 cars.
The problem: apparently it lies in a crankshaft sensor that can fail, which causes the engine to lose power and causes your vehicle to stop […]

The CLS 63 was introduced back in 2006 and Mercedes decided to change some the exterior elements. The changes also appear on the non-AMG models.
Compared with the current model, the new model gets: - New front-end with only 2 grilles instead of 3 - Different wheels, similar in style to the 911 Turbo. Upgraded from […]

SLK 55 AMG - A Mercedes-Benz diamond

Two words: Absolutely gorgeous!! I have always been a bimmer fan and I have never switched to the other side, that being the Benz side, but I have to admit that recently I have been a fan of the latest design trend that MB has been showing us. I have always thought that the BMWs […]

2009 Mercedes-Benz ML 450 Hybrid

Mercedes Benz will unveil their latest model at the Frankfurt Show: the 2009 Mercedes Benz ML 450 Hybrid. This SUV will be packing a two-mode hybrid drivetrain that was co-recreated by BMW, GM and M.B., producing 340 HP and 354 lb.-ft. of torque, all while delivering over 30 miles-per-gallon.
Having this great mileage, the ML 450 […]

Less than a few weeks ago, the Mercedes ML320 with a diesel engine has been temporarily banned from five states: California, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont. Today, we have learned Pennsylvania, Connecticut and Rhode Island have joined the other fives, and have temporarily banned their diesel engine. After I have posted my previous article, […]

The ML model of the german car manufacture Mercedes has been given a red light in some US states. The authorities have decided that the Mercedes ML320 CDI, powered by a 3.0L diesel engine will be banned due to concerns regarding its emissions technology and the effect on the surrounding environment. California was the […]

How to repair your own Maybach

I just remembered today about a funny video that one of my friends has sent me, showing the romanian billionaire Gheorghe Becali trying to fix his own Maybach. Becali, a romanian soccer team owner as well, it is known for his eccentricity and his love for expensive cars, he owned most of the german cars, […]

Mercedes Benz has officially announced its new small SUV set to be launched late 2008 - the Mercedes Benz GLK-Class. This will be the fifth SUV/Crossover model in Mercedes’ lineup, joining cars like the M-Class, R-Class, GL and the old-school G-Class SUV. It’ll offer space for five passengers and will have generous trunkspace, which will […]

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