The first teaser images for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK has been released where they show an optional electrochromic glass roof. The glass roof is called the Magic Sky Control and it will control the amount of light which enters the cabin, as well as the amount of UV rays. “The operating principle is based on the physics of a plate condenser: if the glass structure...

The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG has been modified by a company called Romeo Ferraris who will offer a new ECU-map, an adjustable suspension and a new exhaust system. Basically the tuner will push the engine to 403kW, a 62kW boost over the standard model. The 6.2-litre V8 motor will be enhanced through a new manifold and a completely new exhaust system. Because of this, the...

Mercedes-Benz recently debuted their SLS AMG GT3 where things didn’t exactly go as planned. The SLS AMG GT3 was involved in a slight accident on the Nurburgring where Bernd Schneider accidentally bumped into Christian Hohenadel’s Corvette. The cars stopped in the middle of the track and this forced drivers to pass on the grass. [s:worldcarfans]

Mercedes-Benz South Africa is currently trying to obtain a contract to produce the new C-Class in South Africa. It was said that the bid currently sits around R2 billion, where the contract will secure around 2,000 new jobs. The production is expected to take place in four-years time, and Mercedes-Benz South Africa are trying their best to land the deal. They are chatting...

Mercedes-Benz has revealed their brand new A-Class E-Cell electric vehicle, an EV which is expected to enter production within a year. The A-Class E-Cell will undergo a production of 500 units where they will be leased to those interested in Germany, France and the Netherlands. The engine is a 50kW electric motor which is capable of 71kW when boosting for overtaking, and...

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the 2012 CLS, thereafter they revealed more images. But now, they have revealed the pricing of the second-generation four-door saloon. The 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will sell for a minimum of €59,857 when it goes on sale during January, before being delivered in April. The CLS 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY will sell for €59,857, and this model sports...

Mercedes-Benz has released a few more images of their second-generation CLS four-door-coupe. The new CLS will be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show where it will offer the same type of design as the original model, followed by a 3.5-litre V6 engine, a 4.7-litre bi-turbocharged V8 and a 5.5-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine. ...

MEC Design has released a new styling kit for the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG with the Performance Package Plus. The MEC-modified AMG will boast carbon fibre changes, and this includes a new front bumper with a lip spoiler and new air vents, a rear spoiler, and a rear bumper diffuser. The inside will include carbon-fibre for the seat shell lower base, door trim, centre console,...

Wimmer RS has modified the Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG. And not just any AMG, but the one that includes the AMG Performance Package Plus. The total package is called the Dunlop-Performance and it’ll compete in the Tuner’s Grand Prix on the Hockenheimring. Changes to the AMG include a new revised ECU, new exhaust manifold, improved air-intake and a new air filter...

It has been reported that the Mercedes-Benz B-Class for 2011/2012 might arrive in three different styles: coupe, crossover and sedan. Although they’ll be redesigned B-Class models, Mercedes-Benz of America CEO Ernst Lieb, said that they may not wear the B-Class tag. Power for the models could come from various four-cylinder engines, where there’s even a chance...

Brabus has revealed a brand new tuning package for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG sports cars. The German tuner has decided to add a carbon-fibre kit and a new set of wheels to the SLS. It was said that Brabus are currently working on a tuning package for the motor. Starting with the aerodynamics, the tuner added a front spoiler, new covers for the air inlets on the bumpers...

The Mercedes-Benz CLS has been revealed prior to its Paris Motor Show debut in the October month. Mercedes’ new CLS boasts the same nose as the SLS — a blunt drop. The four-door-coupe known as the CLS will sport a load of new engines including the 3.5-litre V6 unit with 228kW of power, and the 4.7-litre bi-turbocharged V8 with 320kW of power. Following this...

Leaked brochure images have revealed the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS prior to its debut at the Paris Motor Show. The Mercedes-Benz CLS boasts loads of styling from the Shooting Brake Concept, as well as the E-Class. There are new flared wheel arches, a sloping roofline, LED fog lights and optional LED headlights. Inside includes leather upholstery, wood trim and a...

Model Year changes include small updates which cannot be kept back for Facelifts or New Models. With this being said, Mercedes-Benz South Africa has released a few MY changes for the C-Class, E-Class, GL-Class and M-Class models. The C-Class changes include: Standard feature changes: Four New CGI Engines BlueEFFICIENCY Badging Avantgarde and Elegance design line badge...

Mercedes-Benz has announced that pricing for the SLS AMG GT3 will start from €334,000, excluding 19% VAT. The GT3 has been designed for GT3 racing and this means that it includes a new front fascia, a ventilated hood, a carbon fibre front splitter, a rear diffuser, and a large wing on the back. There’s a steel-braking system, a six speed sequential gearbox with...