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Mercedes F1 Boss Toto Wolff Praises Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc

Giancarlo Perlas December 2, 2023

Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen, George Russell at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Mercedes F1 Team Principal and CEO Toto Wolff recently praised Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc for his “sportsmanlike behavior” at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Their respective teams headed to the race with only a four-point deficit between them in the Constructors and the venue proved to be the deciding factor of which group will emerge as runner-up in the rankings. The last moments of the Yas Marina race saw Charles Leclerc allow Red Bull’s Sergio Perez to overtake him, knowing the latter was carrying a five-second penalty and doing so would let him use DRS to gun for the finish with enough time gap between George Russell. This would still make… Continue Reading »

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Christian Horner Called “Very Unprofessional” For Lewis Hamilton Comments

Giancarlo Perlas December 1, 2023

The revelation of Red Bull boss Christian Horner on Lewis Hamilton is apparently doing him more harm than good. Another backlash came when former Formula 1 driver Christijan Albers called his remarks “very unprofessional.” Early on, Red Bull Team Principal and CEO Christian Horner revealed to the press that the camp of Lewis Hamilton “reached out” to them to inquire about a possible seat within the team. It wasn’t clear back then who he was referring to until he later clarified that it was Anthony Hamilton, Lewis’ father. All these, Horner claimed, happened during the delayed contract negotiations of Mercedes F1 with the seven-time champion. It should be noted though… Continue Reading »

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Continental And Brabus Team Up At The Essen Motor Show

Giancarlo Perlas December 1, 2023

Continental tires on Brabus 750 Bodo Buschmann Edition

Known tire manufacturer Continental and famous Mercedes-Benz aftermarket tuner Brabus are joining up for some exhibits at the Essen Motor Show. A key showcase of the collaboration is the limited Brabus 750 Bodo Buschmann Edition. One of the highlights of the Essen Motor Show happening from December 1 to 10 in the German Ruhr district is the key presentation of Continental’s ultra-high-performance tires, particularly the top-of-the-line SportContact 7. Of course, the best way to feature the product is by fitting it on the current flagship tuning build of Brabus based on a Mercedes-Benz car — the Brabus 750 Bodo Buschmann Edition. The Brabus 750 Bodo Buschmann Edition takes its name… Continue Reading »

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Start Them Young With The AMG GT² Hartan Pushchair

Giancarlo Perlas December 1, 2023

If you want to turn your young one as a next-generation Mercedes-Benz fan, or maybe shoot for the stars and groom the child to be the next Lewis Hamilton or George Russell, you may want to start small by giving the kid’s first taste of the three-pointed star brand in the form of the Hartan AMG GT² pushchair. Highlights of the New Mercedes-Hartan Pushchairs Recently, a luxurious pushchair collection was unveiled by Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-AMG in cooperation with Hartan. The carriages got their inspiration from the products of the three-pointed star marque, and they are available in versions representing the existing trims of the German brand’s vehicles. With that, the… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz Expands Electric Charging Infrastructure In Mannheim

Giancarlo Perlas December 1, 2023

Mercedes-Benz has taken a bold step forward in the electric vehicle (EV) sector by unveiling its first European Charging Hub in Mannheim, Germany. This innovative move signifies a crucial advancement in the company’s dedication to expanding the global EV charging infrastructure. The Charging Hub is open to drivers of all vehicle brands, reflecting a strategic initiative poised to redefine standards for fast, secure, and environmentally conscious charging. A Revolutionary Charging Capacity Situated along one of Germany’s important transport corridors, the Mannheim Charging Hub boasts an impressive charging capacity of up to 300 kW. This not only expedites the charging process for electric cars and vans but also positions Mercedes-Benz as… Continue Reading »

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Mansory Unlocks The Beast Within The Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance

Giancarlo Perlas December 1, 2023

Mansory’s choice of body kits for its Mercedes-Benz projects may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there’s no arguing that it produces the best engine tuning kits out there. Recently, the tuner unveiled its masterpiece for the Mercedes-AMG S 63 E Performance with a massive powertrain upgrade. The New Body Kit As mentioned, Mansory is somehow notorious for its over-the-top decisions in terms of exterior customizations, especially involving Mercedes luxury vehicles. So, it comes as no surprise that most traces of Mercedes’ design philosophy in this S-Class plug-in hybrid (PHEV) have been replaced with exceedingly aggressive aero components. The customization includes a new body kit featuring a new front… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes F1 W14 To Have Its One Last Run Before Retirement

Giancarlo Perlas December 1, 2023

The Formula 1 season just concluded, giving Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula 1 second place in the Constructors’ Standings. However, the W14 F1 car’s job is not yet over as it will have one final run on track before it’s finally retired in the Mercedes-Benz heritage collection. The Mercedes F1 W14’s Final Salute According to FanNation, the outgoing W14 F1 car will have a last hoorah on the Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours as part of Pirelli’s tire development. The 2.741-mile track was part of the F1 races from 1991 until 2008. Apart from the source, the W14’s involvement in the Pirelli event does not appear to generate enough publicity. Most of… Continue Reading »

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