Mercedes-Benz is writing a new and interesting chapter for the 2027 model year, especially in the United States where the luxury car manufacturer is taking a different approach to its range of cars, and its perception of what an electric vehicle should be. A number of that range, which also includes the Mercedes Maybach EQS […]
Mercedes-Benz Warns of Potential German Plant Closures Amid High Production Costs
Mercedes-Benz is facing a major decision over the future of its German manufacturing footprint as the automotive industry continues to change rapidly. The company has warned that one German assembly plant and one German powertrain plant could face closure if structural operating costs cannot be reduced, although management has stated that its clear goal is […]
Fifty Years of the Mercedes-Benz W123: Engineering History and Lasting Legacy
Many decades since the first chapter of the three-pointed star was opened in Bandol, in the south of France, in January 1976, the Mercedes-Benz W123 is still considered an icon of the automotive industry. The latest Mercedes-Benz model set new standards in the segment for premium passenger cars, which had as its predecessor the first-ever […]
Uncovering 10 Obscure Vintage Mercedes-Benz Models That Shaped Automotive History
As you delve into the history of old Mercedes Benz cars, some of the top names that come to mind are the 300SL Gullwing, the 190SL and W113 Pagoda, all of which are popular among enthusiasts and collectors. But history can tell us that there were other unsung Mercedes-Benz vehicle models that played a role […]
Mercedes-Benz’s Solid-State Battery Breakthrough: some Changes That Could Shake Up EVs
Electric vehicle innovation is accelerating, and Mercedes-Benz has leapt ahead in the race. They’ve transitioned solid-state battery technology from laboratory benches to the public roads. By using lithium-metal solid-state batteries in new production vehicle platform, Mercedes-Benz is revealing that the future of long-range electric mobility is truly here. This marks a significant change for the […]
Jay Leno Found a Mercedes Worth $10 Million. So Why Was This Gullwing Still Unrestored?
Few things can capture the spirit and excitement of the automotive world quite like a spectacular barn find even more so if that vehicle has been tucked away for many decades and is then uncovered by a gearhead like Jay Leno. That very spirit comes alive for viewers of Jay Leno’s Garage as a magnificent, […]
Buying a Used Mercedes? These Engines Could Save You From a Costly Mistake
Once a Greek taxi driver ran his Mercedes diesel for a record-breaking 4.6 million kilometers. Eventually his 1976 240D found its way into a museum, but today’s Mercedes automobiles are a lot different. Modern models are packed with luxury equipment such as hybrid systems, air suspension, electronic controls, sophisticated safety systems and driver-assistance systems. This […]
Mercedes-AMG Drivers File Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Seat Logo Burn Hazard
Now, a class-action lawsuit in California has brought a seemingly minor detail found in specific Mercedes-AMG vehicles to light. It’s reported that two drivers claim metal AMG emblems “hot” to the touch on the driver/front passenger seats heat up significantly in direct sunlight. They further assert that these metallic inlays where a person might rest […]
Evaluating the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV Architecture and Performance
Previously, the German carmaker’s strategy for its next generation of electric vehicles was very different, but the new 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA is a complete departure. Unlike most contemporary EVs, the compact luxury sedan will follow a different trajectory as the first model built on the new Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA) that is designed to accommodate […]
Mercedes-Benz Recalls Over 310,000 Vehicles to Fix Driver Door Lock Switches
With the mechanics, electronics and logic working in tandem, modern cars work around a complex equation of mechanical engineering, electronics and software all working in unison to provide the driver with a balance of performance and safety. With a Mercedes, a lot of this electronic system is working unseen in the background, controlling everyday functions […]