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Mercedes-Benz has unveiled their latest lighting concept called the Digital Light, which takes headlight technology up to a whole new level. The high-definition headlight uses a microchip that contains more than one million micromirrors for each side of the vehicle, enabling extremely precise distribution of light. Mercedes-Benz says the technology …

Mercedes-Benz has introduced its G-Professional Cab Chassis ute to the Australian market. Based on the Mercedes G-Class or “G-wagen” as it is more commonly known, the G-Professional comes with a 2,085kg payload (4,490kg GVM) without a tray and has a 245mm ground clearance, thanks to a reinforced chassis and suspension. …

Mercedes-Benz has announced the pricing and specification of the new E 350e Plug-in Hybrid and AMG E 43 4MATIC which will go on sale locally in February 2017. Priced from $131,600 plus on-road costs, the E 350e is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine in conjunction with an …

As if 375kW and 650Nm aren’t enough, German tuner Piecha Design has turned the heat up on the Mercedes-AMG GT S even further with the introduction of a power upgrade package. The 4.0-litre twin turbo V8 in the AMG flagship scores a new Performance Power Kit which enables it to …

An updated 2017 Mercedes G-Class prototype has been spotted undergoing winter testing. Affectionately known as the G-Wagen by aficionados, the model is the oldest in Mercedes-Benz’s lineup, with little changed since its debut in 1979. The 2017 update will be the most significant in the model’s life, which started of …

The Classic & Sports Car Show will throw open its doors at Alexandra Palace in the U.K. tomorrow, showcasing an array of classic car icons including this right-hand-drive 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG. One of only just 40 built worldwide; this ultra rare performance machine has just 9,900 miles (15,933km) …

Mercedes-AMG has introduced its all-new range-topping E-Class, the 2017 E63 and E63 S performance sedans, with the latter being the most powerful E-Class of all time. As expected, the new models have dropped the outgoing models’ 5.5-litre twin-turbocharged V8 for a smaller, yet more powerful 4.0-litre twin-turbo, direct injected V8. …

Mercedes-Benz has taken the veil off its new premium ute (or pickup if you live outside of Australia), christened the Concept X-Class that aims to combine the utility of a traditional ute with luxury and comfort. Two versions has been shown in Stockholm, Sweden – one showcasing the vehicle’s style, …

Mercedes’ self-driving cars will be programmed to save the driver, not the person or people they hit in an accident, according to the company’s manager of driverless car safety, Christoph von Hugo. Speaking to Car and Driver in the U.S., Mr von Hugo said that’s the design decision behind the …

The BMW M4 GTS may soon have a challenger in the form of the Mercedes-AMG C63 R Coupe. Spotted pounding the Nürburgring recently by YouTube poster, Supercarsfromeu076, the “R” variant will likely take its spot as the range-topper following the footsteps of the Mercedes-AMG GT R – the first model …

Mercedes-AMG has announced pricing and specification for the brand’s latest range of high-performance SUVs. Joining the AMG portfolio, the AMG GLC 43 and GLC 43 Coupe brings an AMG 3.0-litre V6 biturbo to the offer priced from $101,400 and $108,900 plus on-road costs respectively. Serving up 270 kW of power, …

Mercedes-Benz has revealed its new electric sub-brand will be known as the EQ and the “Generation EQ” EV concept previews the brand’s future electric vehicle. Wrapped in a sporty SUV coupe body, the concept is propelled by an electric drive system made up of two electric motors – one on …

Mercedes-Benz has taken the wraps off its latest member of the E-Class family, the first-ever E-Class All-Terrain model. Like the recently unveiled Volvo V90 Cross Country and Audi A6 Allroad, the E-Class All-Terrain is essentially an E-Class wagon on stilts with added wheel arch flares, more rugged front and rear …

The Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen will reportedly spawn a smaller model, currently dubbed the GLB. Set to be built on Mercedes’ upcoming MFA2 platform (which will underpin the next-generation A-Class and CLA), the GLB will be positioned between the GLA and GLC in the brand’s burgeoning SUV line up when it launches …