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Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Wins “Van Of The Year 2013” Distinction In Russia

Peter Parcon May 8, 2013
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The rise of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter in the Russian market was capped recently when it was given the distinction of being the “Van of the Year 2013.” This is the third straight year that the van won the biggest nationwide automotive competition in Russia. Mercedes-Benz Vans Head Volker Mornhinweg said extensive range offered by the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter facilitates its adoption by clients around the world to fit their individual needs. The title demonstrates the wide acceptance of the vehicle in the fast-growing market for vans in Europe. The award was given to the van after the votes of over 1.3 million people were cast through the net, mail or text… Continue Reading »

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car2go Sets Up Shop in Birmingham

Ryan Joseph Ramos May 8, 2013
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May 8th marks the start of the new car2go on-demand service in Birmingham, with 250 smart fortwo cars initially on offer for use within its free-floating home area that covers 21 square miles of the English city. Stefan Mueller, car2go Europe GmbH CEO, said that “car2go gives you the ability to go where you want, when you want – and in comfort – but without all the costs associated with owning, running and insuring a car full-time. We’re confident everyone will find car2go an easy, cost-effective and environmentally responsible way to get around Birmingham.” The home area for Birmingham covers the area between the following: Oxhill Rd., Pershore Rd., Vicarage Rd.,… Continue Reading »

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[F1] Lauda Downplays Vettel Pursuit

Ryan Joseph Ramos May 8, 2013
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We reported that Niki Lauda kind of confirmed courting defending 3-time F1 champion Sebastian Vettel, but apparently, there was really no need for Mercedes AMG Petronas fans to get excited. Aside from the stronger Ferrari rumors, Lauda is now downplaying the pursuit, saying that the Red Bull superstar is still signed to a contract and that Mercedes is happy with the combination of Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton. “We’re not trying to get him, as he has signed a contract with Red Bull until forever,” said Lauda to Osterreich, a newspaper in Austria. Then there’s also the confirmation that former F1 driver Robert Kubica had a stint in the Mercedes F1… Continue Reading »

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[F1] Mercedes AMG Petronas Courting Sebastian Vettel

Ryan Joseph Ramos May 8, 2013
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Niki Lauda has confirmed that he is courting Red Bull Racing’s Sebastian Vettel, the man who is arguably the most dominant driver in Formula 1 at the moment. This was confirmed via the Bild am Sonntag newspaper. The effort to have Vettel join the team is something that Lauda says was begun by the previous motorsport director at Mercedes-Benz, Norbert Haug. As well he should, according to Red Bull F1 consultant Dr. Helmut Marko. Vettel is currently on top of the drivers’ standings, 10 points ahead of Lotus driver Kimi Raikkonen. In addition, he is the youngest triple champion in the history of F1, among other records involving the word ‘youngest’… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes AMG Performance Drive to Feature Schumacher, Rosberg in Nurburgring Warm-up

Ryan Joseph Ramos May 7, 2013
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In the lead-up to the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring on May 19, Mercedes-Benz will stage a special showcase called Mercedes AMG Performance Drive, which will pit a quartet of Mercedes AMG vehicles against the lone F1 Silver Arrow to be driven by motorsport legend Michael Schumacher. The vehicles will go out on the track at different times, but are slated to reach the finish line all at the same time. First up will be a 360-horsepower A 45 AMG with Bernd Maylander at the helm, followed by an E 63 AMG S driven by Karl Wendlinger, then comes current Mercedes AMG Petronas F1 driver Nico Rosberg in an SLS… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz W 154 Silver Arrow: 75 Years Since Historic Triple Victory

Ryan Joseph Ramos May 7, 2013
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In a week’s time, Mercedes-Benz will be celebrating the 75th anniversary of the historic major race debut of the W 154 Silver Arrow. On May 15, 1938, at the Tripoli Grand Prix, the Mercedes-Benz Silver Arrows rode all the way to a triple victory at the first major race of the season. Hermann Lang won the GP after logging 2:33:17.14 over 40 laps driving in the new car, but he was followed across the finish line by teammates Manfred von Brauchitsch and Rudolf Caracciola, who would be subsequently named European Champion. The W 154 was brought about by changes to the Grand Prix vehicle specifications. It was designed by head… Continue Reading »

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Daimler Trucks Growing its Business in Asia and Africa Through MFTBC and DICV

Ryan Joseph Ramos May 7, 2013
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In order to get stronger results from its commercial vehicles division, Daimler has been working hard to establish itself in new growth markets, particularly in Asia and Africa. Key here is Daimler Trucks’ “Asia Business Model” that allows it to gain traction through ‘stronger bundling and optimization’ of operations within the region. Important facilities within the region are major contributors to the division’s growth. Among these facilities are the Kawasaki, Japan-based Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), as well as the Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) facility in Chennai, India. Daimler Trucks has a 2015 target of 500,000 units sold for that year, and a loftier 2020 target of… Continue Reading »

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