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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. (more…)

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The AMG arm of Mercedes-Benz introduced its latest engine here today at its headquarters in Affalterbach, Germany. The new engine is a 5.5-liter direct injection twin-turbo V8 and it will eventually replace the current 6.2-liter normally-aspirated V8 throughout the lineup. AMG vehicles equipped with the new engine will still be referred to as “63s” though because Mercedes likes the sound of it. (more…)

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The ever-increasing eco awareness and the global financial crisis have determined automotive producers to start the downsizing trend, replacing naturally aspirated engines with smaller-capacity forced induction units that are more efficient, in order to improve the fuel efficiency and decrease the amount of CO2 emitted by their cars.

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  • AMG V8 supercharged engine delivering an output of 368 kW/500 hp
  • AMG SPEEDSHIFT with Formula-1-style steering-wheel gearshift
  • Upholstered throughout in fine leather with AMG styling features
  • PRE-SAFE occupant protection system as standard for the S 55 AMG (more…)

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PeterH on February 21st, 2010


450 kW/612 hp and 1000 Nm of torque make them the most powerful models ever produced by AMG

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New Cigarette 46’ Unveiled at Miami Boat Show

MIAMI BEACH – Two legendary performance brands — Mercedes AMG and Cigarette Racing — unveiled a custom Cigarette Racing boat and the SLS AMG, which inspired its design, at a special preview at the Miami International Boat Show on Thursday, February 11.  Both the Cigarette Boat and SLS AMG are on display at the boat show until Monday, February 15, 2010. (more…)

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An entire family of high-performance AMG models are powered by the first engine developed entirely by AMG.  The naturally aspirated 6.3-liter V8 produces between 451 and 518 horsepower, depending on the model.  The V8-powered AMG model lineup featuring this engine includes the C63 AMG, E63 AMG and S63 AMG sedans; the CL63 AMG and CLS63 AMG coupes; the ML63 AMG sport utility vehicle and the SL63 AMG roadster. (more…)

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PeterH on February 18th, 2010

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PeterH on February 10th, 2010
Mercedes E 55 AMG 4MATIC W210: The high-performance saloon for all occasions
  • V8 engine developing 530 Nm torque
  • Full-time four-wheel drive with ESP for maximum safety
  • Available as an elegant saloon or spacious estate (more…)
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    PeterH on February 10th, 2010

    New high-performance coupé

    Not only is the CL 65 AMG high-performance coupé the new flagship model in the unique AMG range, in its “40th Anniversary” limited-edition guise it also marks a very special milestone: the performance brand of the Mercedes Car Group celebrates its 40th birthday in 2007.

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    • Mercedes-Benz leader in innovation: High-performance ceramic brakes
    • Ultra-short braking distances and peak braking performance of approx. 2000 hp (more…)

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    PeterH on January 6th, 2010

    My S class Review (ByRondocap)

    So I’ve had this 2001 S55 AMG for about a month now, and I want to write up a little review of it – since you often find more information about the 2003 and up supercharged models and not as much on the 01/02. (more…)

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    PeterH on January 2nd, 2010


    AMG PERFORMANCE STUDIO and designo reflect the owner’s personal style (more…)

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    PeterH on December 26th, 2009

    A page dedicated to the greatness of the compressor fed E-Class E55AMG.  Read the rest of this entry »

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    PeterH on December 20th, 2009

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