Mercedes C-Class Cabrio.

Mercedes-Benz is already working on the next C-Class generation , which should emerge next year . However said Steve Cannon, CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA to USA Today, among the variants of the new Mercedes C-Class is a convertible.

This will be the most affordable Mercedes-Benz cabrio.

The entry version of Mercedes-Benz C-Class convertible should have a turbocharged four cylinders engine and, in addition, the range will include a new V6, Diesel and a hybrid engine between the range of options.

McLaren seeks alternative to Mercedes

McLaren prepares to put end to the deal with Mercedes, which covers the supply of F1 engines until 2015.

The McLaren team will return to use Honda engines starting in 2013, the season in which the builder will start to pay the German partnership that began in 1995.

The British media revealed that McLaren does not intend to include in their cost 8 million pounds turning to a builder with whom achieved remarkable success between 1988 and 1992, seasons in which it won four world titles - three with Ayrton Senna and one with Alain Prost.

From 2014, the technical regulation of F1 provides a significant change when it comes to engines, which will be turbo 1.6-liter V4 - they are currently 2.4-liter V8.

New Mercedes-Benz A Class 180 CDI

The exterior lines of the new Mercedes A-Class, as the interior, mark a breakthrough with all previous models, which were taller and narrower. This has a much more sporty design, with the front in "V", a low center of gravity, and a road behavior that is closer to a two-door compact car than a five-door car. But his strongest argument comes from the engine with 1.5 liter, made by Renault, which is very economical, with moderate consumption in all types of use. It is, therefore, a German "star" with a French heart.

Compared to the previous model, the new Mercedes A-Class has less than 18 centimeters tall, and has 4.292 meters in length and 1.78 meters wide.

Also the interior of the new Mercedes-Benz Class A received a better level of detail than the previous designs, being perceptive the quality of the materials used.

Mercedes-Benz hits sales record

Mercedes-Benz announced increased sales in the first nine months of the year, at 4.7%, compared to the same period in 2011, selling 1.04 million cars.

The automotive group which includes the brands Mercedes-Benz, smart, AMG and Maybach notes, also in September, an increase of 2.4% over the same month in last year, selling 132,606 units.

"So we are on track to reach a new record level of total sales at the end of this year," said sales director at Mercedes, Joachim Schmidt.

Mercedes supports investigation in U.S.

Mercedes is supporting the implementation of the technology vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) through the participation in the U.S. Department of Transportation program .

The initiative was launched last August in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The U.S. Transportation Department has equipped eight passenger cars, Mercedes C-300, and three Freightliner trucks with systems DSRC (Dedicated Short Range Communications) of 5.9 GHz wireless technology V2V project.

The cars have LED lighting on the instrument panel that lights in case of possible collision. The commercials have a warning system installed on tablet devices in the cockpit. Residents of Ann Arbor will drive these models for a year, while researchers collect data to evaluate the effectiveness of systems.

Mercedes strengthens this technology support with the research project, simTD (Safe Intelligent Mobility) to implement in Europe. The goal will be to test the suitability of the V2V system in daily use of real traffic situations on the road.

Mercedes presents SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive

The Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive was one of the world premieres promoted by Daimler in the 2012 edition of the Paris Motor Show.

This super sports car 100% electric can accelerate from 0 to 100km / h in 3.9 seconds and reach a top speed (limited) of 250 km / h. The SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive has 751 horsepower and a torque of 1000nm.

The Mercedes SLS AMG Coupé Electric Drive offers a range of 250 kilometers and can be charged in three hours with a special 22kW socket . In a conventional socket, it takes 20 hours to full charging.

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Mercedes confirms Lewis Hamilton instead of Schumacher

The Mercedes AMG Petronas confirmed, this Friday, the rumor that had been reported in Formula 1: Lewis Hamilton signed a contract with McLaren valid for three seasons, starting in 2013.

Hamilton, will replace Michael Schumacher, who leaves Mercedes after three years.

"Unfortunately things did not go as we all wanted in sporting terms," said Schumacher, wishing the best luck to both Mercedes AMG and Lewis Hamilton.

Lewis Hamilton showed up enthusiastic about this new challenge: "Mercedes-Benz has an incredible heritage in motor sport, plus a huge passion for winning, with which I identify. Together we can grow in this new challenge and I believe I can help the team reach the top. "

Mercedes presents project of luxury yacht

Mercedes-Benz, in partnership with the studio Silver Arrows Marine, presented at the Monaco Yacht Show their luxury yacht project. With 14 meters long (46 feet), the Granturismo must become a reality in 2013, according to the brand.

"Our challenge was to apply the visual language of Mercedes-Benz in the proportions and specific requirements of a boat," said Gorden Wagener, chief designer of the car division. The Silver Arrows Marine was responsible for the technical part and the construction of the yacht .

Since 2010, Mercedes tries to diversify its product range. The first was the Eurocopter EC145, which had recently delivered the first units. The carmaker announced this year a collection of furniture, in partnership with Formitalia Luxury Group.

Mercedes GP

Taking advantage of the three day test at Magny-Cours, Mercedes began to experience a new layout for the exhaust on W03. The new exhaust utilizes the Coanda effect, which describes the attraction of liquid jets for other liquids. Sauber, Ferrari, Red Bull and McLaren already use escapes that exploit this effect. Force India and Ferrari are also taking advantage of the Magny-Cours tests to try out new technology options.

According to the team director, Ross Brawn, the new exhaust will improve adhesion at low speeds and should reduce tire degradation.

"We think it is quite significant in terms of traction at low speed. The effect of the exhaust gas is more significant at lower speeds than at higher speeds. Moreover also brings the balance that you might need on the rear tire," said Brawn.

Mercedes is also continuing the development of a double DRS system that channels air for some front wing of the car when the DRS is open.

In W03, the Coanda effect is probably being used to duplicate the exhaust car in a specific direction using the aerodynamics of the car. You can see a demonstration of the effect below. The blue line is a jet of liquid. In the case of this line represent the Mercedes exhaust gas. The red circle is a venturi air leaving the car. The Coanda effect describes a way for air to be directed through the air around it.

Mercedes shows new heavy truck in Germany

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Mercedes-Benz anticipated images and information about the new heavy truck Antos, with the world premiere scheduled for the hall of Hannover, which opens the doors between 20 and 27 September in Germany.

According to the German manufacturer, the Antos is the first line Mercedes truck developed specifically for distribution with heavy trucks. With gross weight which may vary between 18 and 26 t, the model is especially suitable for transporting food products, fuels and construction materials.

In Europe, the Antos cabin has 2.30 m, and the Classic Space version can have short and medium lengths. To equip the heavy Mercedes the engines have six cylinders in line - 7,7 l, 10.7 l and 12.8 l - with powers between 241 and 517 horses that meet the Euro 6 legislation and promise to increase the maintenance intervals to about 120,000 km. To work with this engines automatic transmissions are available with eight to twelve speeds.

Among the standard equipment are the heavy ABS brakes with electronic brake control, electronic stability control and traction control system.
Mercedes-Benz has not released prices.