Over the past few decades, Germany’s big three luxury brands have injected a healthy dose of sportiness into even their most sedate models. Even German people-cars feature overly stiff suspensions and hyper-quick steering, offering buyers a taste of performance in a car they’ll be driving to and from work. These things are certainly appropriate for … Read more
The revolutionary Dr. Ian Malcolm once said, “Your scientists are so busy wondering if they can, they haven’t stopped to wonder if they should.” But this time, it’s not a T-Rex on the loose—it’s German engineers and their famously V-8-less creation, the 2024 Mercedes-AMG C63S E Performance. Yes, it has 671 horsepower from a 469-horsepower … Read more
The EQS is built on a dedicated EV platform, but Mercedes has been toying with the idea of using a gas engine. Not to drive the wheels, but as a generator to quickly charge the battery. A new report claims prototype testing has been carried out with a tiny 1.0-liter turbocharged range extender. However, these … Read more
There’s a new G-Class that looks very similar to the old one. However, Mercedes has made a few changes under the hood, most notably the inline-six engine that replaces the V8 in the G550. In Europe, the diesel engine remains and produces even more power. That’s a pleasant surprise considering how strict emissions regulations are … Read more
The top-of-the-line Mercedes-AMG CLE63 is coming soon. We thought it would have the same 671-horsepower four-cylinder hybrid engine that powers the C63, but that won't be the case anymore, according to a report from Automatic CarInstead, it appears that Mercedes-Benz is abandoning its high-performance four-cylinder engines in favor of V-8s. Citing “senior officials” at Mercedes-Benz, … Read more
Mercedes is giving the EQS a fresh new look for the 2025 model year, incorporating some S-Class cues into its flagship electric car. Styling changes are limited to the front, where the BMW i7 rival gets a redesigned faux grille with horizontal chrome slats to mimic the company’s top-of-the-line combustion car. The standing star is … Read more
The Mercedes SL R129 is one of the cars with which there is no doubt in any conversation between car lovers. It is a car universally adored by petrolheads, perhaps for being in that “sweet spot” youngtimer, halfway between classic and modern cars. Also for belonging to one of the most golden times for Mercedes, … Read more