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Mercedes-Benz expands brake hose recall to 30,000 luxury sedans

Mercedes-Benz is recalling over 30,000 vehicles from model years 2022 to 2025 due to a front brake hose defect that could leak or rupture, potentially increasing stopping distances. The affected models include the S-Class, Maybach, and AMG S 63 E. Dealers will replace the hoses free of charge, with owner notifications expected in late November. This action follows a previous recall last year and is based on continued monitoring of the issue in the U.S. and international markets.

via USA Today|

#automotive #brake-safety #luxury-vehicles

automotive2 months ago•5 min saved

Unrestored 1979 Mercedes 280TE Surfaces After 38-Year Italian Garage Hideout

A 1979 Mercedes‑Benz 280TE wagon, untouched since being parked in an Italian garage for 38 years and now with under 3,800 miles, goes to Gooding & Christie’s at Pebble Beach with a no‑reserve estimate of $130k–$160k, potentially the most valuable W123 ever sold.

via Jalopnik|

#auction #automotive #garage-find

technology2 months ago•18 min saved

Mercedes' Electric G-Wagen Delivers ICE-Feel, But Real-World Range Is Short

A reviewer spends a few days with a $160k electric G-Wagen, praising its ICE-like dash vibration and luxurious interior, but finds a significant gap between indicated (180 miles) and actual range (about 120 miles) on real roads, underscoring aero drag, heavy weight, and limited practicality (no 120V outlet) despite strong off-road capability.

via Autonocion.com|

#electric-vehicles #g-wagen #mercedes-benz

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Senate auto bill could sideline Mercedes-Benz over Chinese stake

The Senate Commerce Committee advanced the bipartisan Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 to bar Chinese-linked automakers and tech from the U.S., but a 15% Chinese-ownership threshold could unintentionally exclude Mercedes-Benz since its two largest individual shareholders -- BAIC and Li Shufu -- together own about 20%. Mercedes would have until 2030 to comply or seek a waiver, while GM is accused of backing the provision to weaken MB; MB employs around 10,000 in the U.S. and runs plants in Alabama and South Carolina.

via CNBC|

#business #china-ownership #mercedes-benz

business2 months ago•5 min saved

Rainbow Sheikh's rainbow Mercedes order reportedly halts factory work

An Abu Dhabi royal known as the Rainbow Sheikh, with a reported $20 billion net worth, reportedly ordered a fleet of seven rainbow-colored Mercedes-Benz S-Class sedans (plus an eighth rainbow-painted car), so large that Mercedes temporarily shut down part of a factory to fulfill it; the bespoke cars are displayed at the Emirates National Auto Museum.

via supercarblondie.com|

#abu-dhabi #business #car-order

technology3 months ago•6 min saved

Inline-Six Revival Gains Traction Across Mazda, Dodge, Mercedes, Land Rover

Automakers are reviving inline-six engines for smoother operation and efficiency. Mazda launches a 3.3L turbo inline-six in the CX-90 (also in CX-60/70), Dodge/Jeep/Ram use a 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo for strong performance, Mercedes-Benz adds the M256 Evo 3.0L with up to 503 hp in PHEV form, and Land Rover offers the Ingenium 3.0L with 395–542 hp in mild-hybrid and PHEV variants. Benefits cited include simpler production (one head and exhaust manifold), smoother operation, and improved efficiency versus V6s.

via SlashGear|

#dodge #engine #inline-six

business3 months ago•4 min saved

UK High Court Finds Most Claimed Diesel Defeat Devices Do Not Qualify

A UK High Court ruling found that most claimed 'defeat devices' in diesel cars from Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Nissan, Ford and Peugeot-Citroën do not constitute prohibited defeat devices; only two isolated strategies were deemed illicit (a Mercedes software before 2015 and some Peugeot-Citroën calibrations). The decision narrows the allegations, while the 1.6 million motorists' wider case continues with further trials, including an October damages hearing; Mercedes said it may appeal on one vehicle.

via BBC|

#business #defeat-devices #emissions-testing

business3 months ago•6 min saved

Mercedes Bets Big on Premium Electric Vans for America

Mercedes-Benz plans to bring three high-end electric vans to the US in 2028 (VLE, VLS, and VLS Maybach), built on a new luxury EV platform with a 115 kWh battery and 400+ mile range, and outfitted with ultra-premium interiors and highly configurable rear seating. Priced around $130k in tested trim, the VLE targets a premium niche, but Mercedes acknowledges that Americans may resist vans, making the market entry a strategic gamble for a brand known for sedans and SUVs.

via Motor1.com|

#business #electric-vehicle #luxury-vans

automotive3 months ago•4 min saved

Mercedes-Benz VLE 300: eight-seat electric van blends limousine comfort with SUV-like performance

Mercedes-Benz unveils the VLE 300 electric MPV, an 800V, eight-seat van that pairs limousine-level luxury with performance: four-wheel steering for sedan-like handling, AIRMATIC suspension, up to 700+ km (~435 miles) of range, and fast charging capable of adding up to ~355 km (~220 miles) in 15 minutes. Available in Grand Limousine and AMG Line trims, it offers configurable seating (including a center Grand Comfort Seat) and can switch between passenger and cargo configurations; Germany price starts around €82,260.

via Electrek|

#automotive #electric-van #four-wheel-steering

technology3 months ago•7 min saved

Mercedes-Benz VLE: The 8K Living-Room-On-Wheels Redefining Luxury Vans

Mercedes-Benz’s 2028 VLE is a battery-electric Grand Limousine that transforms a van into a first-class, 8K-second-row retreat with a 31.3-inch ultra-wide display, 22-speaker Burmester Atmos sound, MBUX Superscreen trio, two powertrains (272 hp or 416 hp), a 115 kWh pack with an EPA estimate around 350 miles, 300 kW charging, and flexible seating up to eight (best as two captain’s chairs); it emphasizes comfort, tech, and safety rather than autonomy, with US arrival late 2027 and a premium price."

via Engadget|

#electric-van #in-cabin-entertainment #luxury-van

technology3 months ago•3 min saved

AMG Reboots Power: GLE 63 S Coupe and GLS 63 Get 603-HP Electrified V8

Mercedes-AMG updates the GLE 63 S Coupe and GLS 63 with a refined 4.0L twin-turbo V8 now making 603 hp and 627 lb-ft, aided by a 48V mild-hybrid system that adds up to 23 hp and 151 lb-ft. The GLE hits 0–60 in 3.6 seconds and the GLS in 3.9, both limited to 174 mph; standard AMG Ride Control+ with active roll stabilization and 4MATIC+ AWD improve handling, while exterior tweaks (grille, lighting, air intakes) and interior tech (MB.OS, MANUFAKTUR options) refresh the packages. Pricing remains unannounced.

via Motor1.com|

#amg #gle-63-s-coupe #gls-63

business4 months ago•5 min saved

Congress Bill Could Ban Mercedes-Benz from U.S. Market Over Chinese Ownership

A bipartisan House bill, the Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026, would bar automakers with any direct or indirect foreign-adversary government ownership from importing, manufacturing, or selling new vehicles in the U.S. If enacted, Mercedes-Benz could be excluded due to its ownership by BAIC (state-owned, ~9.98%) and Li Shufu’s Geely stake (~9.69%), totaling about 19.7%. The language is disputed and the bill has no Senate companion yet; exemptions exist for some China-backed firms but not for government-owned ownership. The legislation also intersects with other bills on connected-vehicle tech and could affect Volvo and other China-linked brands. The rule would take effect for five years after enactment.

via CNBC|

#baic #business #foreign-ownership

automotive4 months ago•3 min saved

GT53 vs GT63: Is the V8 Premium Worth It?

Two 2020 Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupes in New Jersey present a price gap: a $43k GT53 with an inline-6 and 469 hp (21 mpg combined) versus a $69k GT63 with a V8 and 577 hp (590 lb-ft, 17 mpg), with the GT63 accelerating faster (0–60 in 3.3s vs 4.1s). While the GT63 is the more desirable and potentially better at holding value, the $26k premium invites weighing whether the extra performance justifies the cost.

via Jalopnik|

#amg #automotive #car-buying

culture4 months ago•7 min saved

Petersen’s World-Class Mercedes Exhibit Caps 100-Year History With Rare Cars

The Petersen Museum in Los Angeles opens 'World-Class: 100 Years of Mercedes-Benz' on May 23, 2026, a 42-vehicle show spanning the brand’s 140-year history, plus advertising art and trivia. Loans from private collectors and a few Mercedes pieces highlight landmark designs from pre-merger era to modern icons, including prototypes like the Hobel and C112, and celebrity-owned classics (Disney’s Pagoda SL, Clark Gable’s 1956 300Sc). Highlights also include the 540K Cabriolet, 540K Stromlinienwagen, W154 Formula 1 car, 300SL family, and other race cars, with some items never seen in person by many visitors. The exhibit — housed in the Petersen’s largest hall — runs through April 25, 2027, and aims to condense a century of Mercedes engineering into a single, accessible display.

via Jalopnik|

#automotive-history #car-exhibition #classic-cars

cars4 months ago•49 min saved

Mercedes‑Benz’s electric AMG GT 4‑Door targets hypercar pace with 1,153 hp and 0–60 in 2 seconds

Mercedes-Benz unveils the AMG GT 4‑Door EV, a high‑performance sedan built on an 800‑volt platform with three axial‑flux motors delivering up to 1,153 hp and 1,475 lb‑ft, a Formula 1–inspired cooling system, and 600 kW ultra‑fast charging (10–80% in 11 minutes); it features MB.OS with the AMG Race Engineer Core, over 1,600 engine‑like sounds for the silent motor, and a claimed 0–60 time of about 2 seconds, with GT 55 arriving late 2026 and GT 63 in 2027.

via The Verge|

#amg-gt #cars #electric-cars