Substantially more agile and efficient, but as comfortable and spacious as ever – the new B-Class from Mercedes-Benz is a winner on all fronts. The vehicle’s lower height and more upright seat position provide for a first impression that hints at the compact sports tourer’s dynamic credentials.

With a new four-cylinder petrol engine featuring direct injection and turbocharging, a new diesel engine, a new dual clutch transmission, a new manual transmission and new assistance systems, the front-wheel-drive car also rings in a new technological era for compact cars from Mercedes-Benz. “No model change in the history of Mercedes-Benz has ever seen so many new developments introduced in one fell swoop,” stresses Dr. Thomas Weber, Member of the Board of Management responsible for Group Research and Head of Development, Mercedes-Benz Cars. “Future B-Class customers will benefit from this quantum leap in terms of exemplary low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions combined with driving pleasure, plenty of space and the highest standard of safety that has ever been available in this class.”

The world premiere of the new B-Class (length/width/height: 4359/1786/1557 millimetres) will take place at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (13 to 25 September 2011). It will be making its way to European dealers in November 2011.

Read more and see the official pictures

According to the TorontoStar, “[s]ubjected to a question-and-answer period, Schumacher was asked if the blind-spot recognition system available in state-of-the-art road cars would have helped him avoid his infamous collision with Villeneuve.” Of course Schumi with his sense of humor defended himself by saying that ““It would have been a shame, because then we wouldn’t have anything to laugh about right now.”

When asked about Schumi’s return for Mercedes GP, Villeneuve also expressed his interest in making a comeback to F1. However, he has yet to get an offer. In the meantime, he will just spend his time raising his kids.

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Stay tunned for Sunday’s raise and lets hope Schumi and Mercedes GP can get their pole positions!

The annual Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy will take place once again this summer in Canada. This exclusive event allows participants to experience the most powerful vehicles in the Mercedes lineup with exhilarating performance. A team of highly experienced driving instructors will work closely with a maximum of 12 participants in a safe and controlled environment to master and perfect your driving techniques under difficult, real life conditions reacting to emergency situations doing all that while you speed around the twisty race track.

There is no vehicle sharing, so you will spend most of your time behind the wheel of a broad selection of our exciting Mercedes-Benz vehicles, including several of our AMG models.

We offer 2 different courses to meet your needs – the half-day Driving Experience course or the full-day Mastering Performance on track course. No need to own a Mercedes-Benz to participate. Register today for a truly unique driving program. For more information, simply call 1-866-577-6232 or visit here

Upcoming events will take place in Toronto and Thunder Bay, Onatrio :
June 15 Mastering Performance, Toronto, Mosport International Raceway
June 19 Driving Experience, Thunder Bay

The Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy will make you a better and safer driver, so don’t hesitate and register yourself and get behind the wheel of an AMG!

Our friends at SecretNewCars.COM have just posted this stunning image of the upcoming CLS’ front. The shot is much clearer than earlier spy shot. Looking great and very very modern and aggressive.

The stylish Edition GreyStyle will be joining the Canadian Smart showrooms with the rest of the special models offered in Canada. Edition Greystyle will be the forth limited run model along with Highstyle Edition, Limited Three and Light Yellow Edition. It is worth mentioning that the 50 units Edition Greystyle is unique in its very own ways that will make heads turn. Its distinctive matte-finish dark grey exterior is tastefully matched with exclusive carbon colored BRABUS Monoblock alloy wheels. The interior is a mixture of rich denim fabric with double stitched nappa leather seats matched with yellow accents.

Pricing for the 50 units available in Canada starts from $21,750, and the cabriolet starts from $24,750 with all the standard features found on the Passion trim level. So hurry in and get yourself behind the wheels of one with the amazing 0% financing for 60 months (current smartCanada offer www.thesmart.ca)! For more information, please read the press release after the jump…

PRESS RELEASE

smart Canada announced today that it is continuing its series of unique and exciting special edition models with the introduction of the smart fortwo edition greystyle. Striking accents and an exclusive matte grey finish combine to create a modern and dynamic appearance for this latest edition to the smart line-up that is now on sale at smart Centres across the country.

In Canada, the smart fortwo edition greystyle is available as a coupe or cabriolet, and both models are powered by the fuel efficient 70 hp gasoline engine that offers excellent fuel economy and low vehicle emissions. In fact, Natural Resources Canada has named the smart fortwo as the most fuel-efficient vehicle in the two-seater class for three consecutive years.

The distinctive matte dark grey finish, yellow mirror caps bearing the edition lettering and exclusive BRABUS Monoblock alloy wheels painted to match the bodypanels are all hallmark exterior features of the new smart fortwo edition greystyle.

The interior features an exclusive combination of fabric and leather with yellow accents and trim parts finished in yellow and matte chrome. The yellow accents are also found in the double stitching of the top quality nappa leather seats, which is the same leather used in premium Mercedes-Benz models. The gear knob and the three-spoke sports steering wheel with steering wheel gearshift paddles and yellow stitching are also covered with leather. In addition, exclusive floor mats featuring the edition logo and an MP3-compatible smart radio 9 are also standard equipment.

Based on the passion coupe or passion cabriolet, the smart fortwo edition greystyle includes all of the standard features of the well-appointed passion line such as power windows, air conditioning with automatic temperature control, and a panoramic roof with sunblind for the coupe. In addition, the edition greystyle adds unique interior appointments that boast an expressive look thanks to sporty contrasts, fine materials and first class fit and finish.

This special edition model retains the familiar, environmentally conscious characteristics of the smart fortwo, while its unique and stylish appearance demonstrates that ecological sensitivity, discerning individual style and joie de vivre are not mutually exclusive.

Limited to just 50 units in Canada, the smart fortwo edition greystyle coupe starts from $21,750, and the cabriolet starts from $24,750.

In a short span of 4 years, Smart has gain a reputation on its own as a new lifestyle of eco-friendliness and also as a new approach in providing affordable efficient cars. Recently, the Smart fortwo has gain another award. This time the smart received the Canadian Black Book award for “Best Retained Value”. So if you are a Smart owner, it means your getting the best value for ur purchase. Here is the full press release after the jump.

The smart fortwo recently received the Canadian Black Book award for “Best Retained Value”. Designed to identify specific models that outperform their competitors, the awards are based on real performance and measure actual value retained after a four year period.
Kathy Ward, President & CEO of Canadian Black Book, presented Marcus Breitschwerdt, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Canada, with the award at smart Canada’s head office in Toronto. The awards determine a vehicle’s ability to retain its value from its original MSRP, and are based on data gathered from four-year old passenger cars and light-trucks under $70,000.
“Receiving the Canadian Black Book residual value award provides further validation of the extraordinary and innovative concept of the smart fortwo,” said Marcus Breitschwerdt, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Canada.
“We are grateful to all of the loyal smart fortwo owners for placing their confidence in our brand, and we are very happy to provide strong residual values as an additional benefit of ownership. The unique smart fortwo continues to be an intelligent choice for mobility because it provides class-leading fuel efficiency and versatility in a safe and fun-to-drive package. These are the trademark characteristics that have allowed us to expand the smart family to more than 15,000 strong in Canada since the vehicle’s introduction five years ago.”

The Mercedes-Benz Canada and The Hazelton Hotel created a marketing alliance in the heart of fashion and “high-life” district in Toronto for their guests to experience a 5 star lifestyle. This alliance will incorporate living in the newly designed Hazelton Hotel in Yorkville, Toronto and allow their guests to be chauffeured around in a S550 4Matic house car. In addition guests will have the chance to test drive any Mercedes-Benz products at the hotel’s doorsteps and test drive the cars to and from work. This will maximize their experience within the city and help prospective buyers make their decision quicker.

Full press release and information about the program after the jump..

Press Release

Mercedes-Benz Canada and The Hazelton Hotel announced today the launch of an exciting marketing partnership. The Hazelton Hotel, located in the heart of Toronto’s Yorkville, opened in August 2007 and has the only five-star hotel rating in the city. The Hazelton Hotel and Mercedes-Benz are looking forward to working together to provide their respective Canadian clients added benefits whether they travel to Toronto and stay at the Hazelton Hotel or when it is time to consider the purchase of a new luxury vehicle in their home town.

President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Canada, Marcus Breitschwerdt says, “It won’t be a surprise to most to see the beginning of a solid relationship blossoming between our two organizations. Both Mercedes-Benz and The Hazelton Hotel are dedicated to the highest standard in all areas of their operations and are committed to making the overall customer experience the most enjoyable possible at every level.”

The Hazelton Hotel’s General Manager, Matthew Opferkuch adds, “Much thought, care and passion have gone into the creation and building of The Hazelton Hotel. Now fully operational, our mandate is to offer the very best stay away from home to our guests. Mercedes-Benz Canada shares our commitment to excellence so it was therefore fitting to embark on this mutually beneficial journey together.”

While in Toronto, The Hazelton Hotel guests have access to the chauffer-driven S550 4MATIC house car to travel to and from downtown appointments. In their large and stylish room, Hazelton guests can peruse the contents of the Canadian Edition of MercedesMagazine. A special test drive program is offered to The Hazelton Hotel’s guests in collaboration with the Mercedes-Benz dealer in the city where they reside across Canada. The guest’s vehicle of choice will be delivered to his or her home or office for a most convenient thorough test drive.

In addition to the standard outstanding sojourn guests experience when they stay at The Hazelton Hotel, Mercedes-Benz Canada customers will also be offered specific privileges when they choose this property during their travels.

Creative direct mail initiatives, shared event hosting and on-line customer programs are currently in the development stage. These will see Mercedes-Benz Canada and The Hazelton Hotel offering their respective clientele additional special customer care benefits.
About Mercedes-Benz Canada

Mercedes-Benz Canada is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of its three brands in Canada; Mercedes-Benz, smart, and Maybach. Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Mercedes-Benz Canada employs approximately 1,000 people in 19 locations across Canada. Through a nationwide network of 18 Mercedes-Benz owned retail operations and 39 authorized dealerships, Mercedes-Benz Canada sold 18,547 vehicles in 2007, the best year ever reported for Mercedes-Benz Canada.

About The Hazelton Hotel
The Hazelton Hotel is located in the heart of Yorkville, an upscale neighbourhood that is home to some of Canada’s most exclusive shops and within walking distance to the Royal Ontario Museum, art galleries and award-winning restaurants.

As more and more images of the new 2010 E Class surfaced, here are a couple of shots indicating as to how the exterior will look like. The interior shots (from AutoExpress) closely depicts our earlier insider’s scoop of the design, functions and materiality of the upcoming product. It wouldn’t be long before more camo comes loose to reveal more of the car’s bodywork and light designs.

From these shots, we can see clearly the bumper treatment and faint outline of the front and tail-light shapes. Under the plastics, the headlights look as a cross between the CLS & SL.

Photos and key highlights after the jump!

Some highlights include:
- Steering Wheel mounted gear-shifter lever (S, R, GL, M class)
- Steering Wheel paddle shifter
- COMMAND module + knob ( S, GLK, C)
- Telephone pad/ wrist rest (S Class)
- Multimedia HDD + card reader with Navi – preloaded?

See more photos after the jump…

Let’s hope the GLK will be a bargain especially with the upgraded materials like the soft-touch buttons from the new C-Class, aluminum interior door handles, COMMAND module and so on.

Enjoy!