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Mercedes and BMW New Design Language: Less is More

Mercedes and BMW are rivals when it comes to the premium car segment. However, if there’s one thing that they can agree on is in their belief that “less is more” when it comes to design. In the past, one of the key highlights of Mercedes and BMW cars are their well-defined body lines. These provide their vehicles with sharper look. Other automakers have also adopted these measures but it already reached a point where they tended to overdo it. Robert Lesnik, Mercedes’ head of exterior design, commented through Automotive News Europe, “If you look around at what others are doing, a lot are chocking their cars full of lines,… Continue Reading »

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A Look at the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet Interior

The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet is already available for order starting at 54,228.30 euros and it comes with five engine trims to choose from. After a quick look at the different models of the car in our previous article, let us examine its interior this time. Space The new E-Class Cabrio measures 4,826 mm in length, 1,860 mm in width, 1,428 mm in height and 2,873 mm in wheelbase. The figures are more than the measurements of the predecessor of the auto. Of course, the added size of the convertible translates to more space in its interior. The resulting measurements inside the car are 866 mm in rear legroom, 1,034 mm for the… Continue Reading »

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New Design Language for Mercedes-Benz Cars Unveiled

Upcoming Mercedes-Benz cars will be sporting a new design language. The three-pointed star marque calls it the “Aesthetics A” design language. In the past, Mercedes was known as a producer of old men’s cars. However, in 2012, the brand tweaked the design of its products in order to cater to the preferences of younger buyers. The “Aesthetics S” design sense introduced in that period features creases, edges and sexier look to achieve what Mercedes calls “Sensual Purity.” The said design sense was carried first into the current generation A-Class. Fast forward to this year, it is the time of the “Aesthetics A” design language. According to a source, it will… Continue Reading »

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From a Sketch to the Road: The Mercedes-Benz Design Process

All car designers share the same passion for innovation, functionality, adventure and attention to detail. At Mercedes-Benz they also have the time to explore, to try new ideas and even make mistakes along the way. On average, it takes three years for a sketch to become a real car, being transported by industrial chains around a production plant. The shiny new car is the culmination of a lot of imagination, inspiration and consultation. Teamwork No designer works in isolation–Mercedes designers collaborate with colleagues in the development and production departments to plan the way forward. Design at Mercedes includes concept, detail and then production. The start of the design process–the emotional… Continue Reading »

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Notable Aerodynamics On Mercedes-Benz CLA

The latest Mercedes-Benz CLA combines ground-breaking aerodynamics with a revolutionary design. This was revealed through the official website of Mercedes-Benz UK. The vehicle sets the standard among all car models of the luxury vehicle manufacturer with its notable aerodynamic design. In addition, the vehicle also serves the benchmark among all series production vehicle models around the world. A number of aerodynamic optimization measures resulted to the incomparable airflow of the Mercedes-Benz CLA. Among these measures are the modified front apron, specially-designed aero-alloy wheels, serrated wheel spoilers and its adjustable radiator shutter. The serrated wheel spoilers are positioned along the front as well as the rear wheel arches of the vehicle…. Continue Reading »

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Meet the Mercedes-Benz ‘Vision Golf Cart’

The Mercedes-Benz Vision Golf Cart is a ‘sculpture on wheels’, says Daimler Design VP Gorden Wagener. That’s thanks to the flow-shaped elements highlighting the design of the fancy new golf cart presented by the German automaker at the 2013 Open Championship golf competition held from July 18-21 in Gullane, Scotland. In a nutshell, the golf cart sports elements that mix a golf cart and a Mercedes-Benz car’s aesthetics. The design was taken from car enthusiasts as well as golf fans, who sent in designs for a ‘golf cart of the future’. The winner got tickets to the competition held at the Muirfield links. Among the features of the concept cart… Continue Reading »

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smart Unveils fortwo edition BoConcept

We’ve reported on the smart and BoConcept partnership before, and now, the first production model to come out of that collaboration has been unveiled. The new smart fortwo edition BoConcept limited-edition model has just been unveiled, and prospective buyers can start ordering the coupe and cabrio variants, which are set to reach dealerships by November. Pricing for these special models starts at €14,490 (around $18,900), and buyers have  electric drive (55 kW) or petrol engine (52 kW or 62 kW) options. The focus on these special units are the design elements. There’s the interior, which has been given special attention by the Danish urban interior design firm. You get a tobacco… Continue Reading »

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