• AMG’s most powerful engine
  • Outstanding performance at super-sportscar levels
  • Active Body Control specially optimised for AMG performance
  • Exclusive features including 19-inch AMG wheels and fine nappa leather Read the rest of this entry »

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  • Start of the world’s only women’s rally
  • Daimler AG employees taking part for the first time after an in-house selection process
  • Daimler rally drivers Spielvogel/Singhartinger: “Respect for the challenges to come” / “The greatest adventure I have ever let myself in for” Read the rest of this entry »

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PeterH on March 11th, 2010

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

  • Comfortable: AIRCAP® automatic draught-stop plus AIRSCARF®
  • Quiet: acoustic soft top as standard
  • Safe: robust roll-over protection and new headbags Read the rest of this entry »

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  • Four public transit authorities in Sardinia order 217 Mercedes-Benz Citaro city buses and 22 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter minibuses
  • Deliveries scheduled to take place from April to late July 2010
  • Hartmut Schick, Head of Daimler Buses: “The order confirms that our customers want our high-quality and environmentally friendly buses even in economically tough times.”

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PeterH on March 10th, 2010

The World’s Most Inconspicuous Way of Travelling at 370 km/h

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  • Penetration of new markets: Substantial growth momentum in BRIC countries
  • Global modular system: Comprehensive modernization of product range
  • Expansion of leadership in global truck business Read the rest of this entry »

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World Debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2010 The World’s Fastest and Most Powerful Gran Tourismo BRABUS E V12 Coupe with 800 hp, 1,420 Nm and More than 370 km/h Read the rest of this entry »

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PeterH on March 10th, 2010

Cash inflow of approximately €300 million
Daimler Trucks and Mercedes-Benz Cars in very good positions and with increased activities in India Read the rest of this entry »

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PeterH on March 9th, 2010

Performance Driving Program Adds SLS AMG and Pro Level

MONTVALE, NJ – Following its inaugural year in the U.S., Mercedes-AMG is presenting a new season for driving enthusiasts who want to sharpen their advanced driving skills at the AMG Driving Academy. Among the list of enhancements is the addition of a Pro Level for 2010.

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Aim: Best in class – top performance in all respects by virtue of a comprehensively efficient powertrain
Affalterbach – AMG is writing another chapter in its “AMG Performance 2015″ drive system strategy: a completely newly developed AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine with a peak output of up to 420 kW (544 to 571 hp) and
maximum torque of up to 900 newton metres will enter the lineup in summer 2010. The new eight-cylinder unit known internally as the M 157 impresses with a wealth of technological highlights such as direct petrol
injection with spray-guided combustion and twin turbochargers. Read the rest of this entry »

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PeterH on March 9th, 2010

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  • Early days in cooperation with the Sauber racing stable
  • Championship victories with several different vehicles
  • DTM draws the crowds Read the rest of this entry »

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PeterH on March 9th, 2010
  • 1951: a time for testing and a new strategy
  • Initial successes in 1952 with the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL (W 194)
  • 1954 and 1955: triumphant years for the W 196 R and 300 SLR Read the rest of this entry »

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