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Mercedes-AMG Is Developing A New Hypercar

Mercedes-Benz confirmed that it is developing a new mid-engined hypercar, and it will be launched under the Mercedes-AMG performance brand in 2018. This new model was confirmed by Thomas Weber, the company’s head of research and development, who will be retiring at the end of this year, just on the eve of the Paris Motor Show. Weber said in an interview that the “next big thing” for AMG is already in the “pipeline.” They are going to create an AMG performance hybrid that features their Formula 1 drivetrain technology, and some will probably call it the hypercar. But no matter what industry experts want to call this new car from… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-AMG to Release Hybrid Engines in 2020

Mercedes-AMG is focusing on releasing hybrid models in 2020. That is due to the pressure for carmakers to meet emission targets set by the international community, particularly the countries it considers as the three-pointed star marque’s biggest markets. In an interview of AMG’s head of research and development Thomas Weber with Autocar, he confirmed that his group is working on the existing hybrid technology of the brand, which is currently being utilized by its Formula One cars. They plan to complete the technology transfer to their production cars by the year 2020 in order to significantly reduce the carbon dioxide emissions and fuel consumption of their models. Weber admitted that the task is a huge challenge to… Continue Reading »

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The Mercedes C-Class Coupe and Convertible are Due in December 2015

Early this year, it was hinted that the upcoming Mercedes C-Class coupe and its convertible version are due next year. Numerous sightings of the Mercedes C-Class Cabriolet have been reported as well, which indicate that the three-pointed star marque is really preparing it for its eventual launch. Now, the company has finally given a clue about the release of the two C-Class variants according to a report from Auto Motor und Sport. Based from the article (via Google Translate), Mercedes Chief Development Officer Dr. Thomas Weber announced the C-Class coupe and cabrio will go on sale by December next year. The exec revealed that the new coupe will feature a more aggressive styling compared to… Continue Reading »

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The Active Curve Tilting Feature Might Be the Cure for Car Sickness

One of the revolutionary features of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe is its Active Curve Tilting function. Basically, the system allows the cabin of the car to angle around curves in order to significantly lessen the lateral acceleration experienced by its occupants and ensure their comfort inside. The frequent rocking motion within the car during times when the car passes through numerous curves on the way to its destination can be discomforting for its passengers, especially those who are prone to car sickness. Theoretically, the Active Curve Tilting feature of the new S-Class might be solution to the problem. News Corp Australia interviewed Dr. Thomas Weber, the head of research and car development at Mercedes-Benz, to… Continue Reading »

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Four-Door Mercedes C-Class Coupe Being Considered

We are still awaiting the arrival of the newly-announced Mercedes-Benz C-Class Wagon, yet new reports suggest that there may be another C-Class in the drawing board. A rumor recently surfaced that Mercedes-Benz is considering to make a four-door variant of its C-Class coupe. According to AutoBlog, the new model will be borrowing the styling used in the CLS-Class four-door coupe. The source said that the new car is Mercedes’ answer to the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe. Apparently the rumors stemmed out from Thomas Weber’s interview with Auto Express, wherein the German brand’s research and development head stated that another four-door coupe may not be far behind. Quoting his statement when asked whether… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz Considers Separate SUV Line

Mercedes-Benz already unveiled its Concept Coupe SUV at the Beijing Motor Show last Easter. Spy photos of the vehicle have been making their rounds online as well. Presently, there is no confirmation yet about its production version’s release date or its production model’s name. So far, what we know is that it will be the “MLC” based on various reports online, but that remains a speculation as of the moment. Mercedes-Benz R&D Chief Reveals Future Plans for the Concept Coupe SUV According to Auto News’ interview with Dr. Thomas Weber, the R&D chief of the Mercedes-Benz brand and a member of Daimler’s board, they are planning to introduce a new… Continue Reading »

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How the New Engine Regulations Saved Team Mercedes in F1

Sir John Young “Jackie” Stewart wasn’t kidding last year when he said that if Team Mercedes fails to bring in the desired results in Formula One—that is gaining a significant position in the rankings—Daimler would not think twice of scrapping the F1 team of Mercedes AMG Petronas. A recent report from BBC Sport confirmed that the adoption of the new turbo hybrid engines was the saving grace of team Mercedes. According to the source’s interview with Dr. Thomas Weber, board member and the head of research and development at Daimler, the implementation of engine regulations in F1 and the performance shown by team Mercedes’ drivers justified the continued existence of the… Continue Reading »

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