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Tesla Builds Electric Car for Mercedes-Benz

admin — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:25:37 +0000

Now that Telsa Motors is moving forward in building its own electric car model with its Model S; it has recently released details of its deal with Mercedes-Bens building a power train for the said vehicle.
Tesla is now rounding up the production of its Model S, which is expected to triple the company’s earning when it goes on sale in early 2012. Tesla is also on the planning of launching its second super sedan with its Model X by the end of 2012.With its own electric car, Tesla is trying to cut down its loses before the company go in full production of its Model S sedan. The Mercedes-Bens deal will provide Tesla to continue its commitment in providing power trains to other car makes.
Tesla will be building the Mercedes’ battery packs as well as its motor. Tesla will also provide for its gear box and all related software for its dashboards and electronics. Spies are all speculating that the deal will bring increased sales for Tesla this year. The contract has the production to start in the second quarter of 2012. There is still no confirmation coming from Mercedes-Benz but Tesla in the past years has worked with Daimler in its all electric car experiment providing battery packs and chargers.
Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles have been getting the test grounds and Daimler Company is happy with the feedbacks they have been receiving. However, it is now clear with the company that its Mercedes-Benz G Glass is nearing its end as Daimler has unveiled the last edition of this very practical car in the European market. Its fate is different from the Land Rover Defender, which will have a successor that will run on DC concept cars.
There are also rumors that the German automaker is undergoing prototype testing for its G55 AMG somewhere in Southern California’s desserts. Spies claim that the model is carrying a new engine of 563 horsepower. They’re speculating that the test vehicles will be sporting the same 6.2 liter V-8. A second vehicle is also spotted being tested in the cold Arctic and the vehicles also have the enlarged intakes.
Mercedes- Benz is not keen on confirming these speculations but stated that there’s something going on for its G55 but their lips are closed. Mercedes on the other hand is banking on its 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL Class that has been previously launched at the Detroit Auto Show to claim back its superiority as a supercar.

Latest Mercedes News 2012

admin — Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:21:18 +0000

Earlier this month, tuning specialist Brabus introduced their latest project called the new W246 Mercedes B-Class. This new package has a lot of modifications and upgrades to give it more aggressive and sophisticated look for this year. There are several highlights of the new W246 Mercedes B-Class including the modified rear and front diffusers, the side skirts, the quad exhaust tips, and the 19 inch rims courtesy of Brabus. Many people are saying that this could be not the most masculine version of Mercedes lineups, but it is considered to be as one of the most excellent vehicles for the Mercedes B-Class models. This new tuning project from Brabus has been receiving numerous feedbacks from critics all over the world.
Meanwhile, the new Mercedes A-Class design was announced too soon. There have been many speculations regarding the new design of the A-Class model after the testing of the Mercedes A25 AMG early in January this year. One of the highlights of the new A-Class is the aggressive headlights design. On the other hand, the original concept of the A-Class model still remains intact. The new Mercedes A-Class model is set to be announced in Geneva by March this year. The Mercedes A25 AMG is on its way to be released in North America within this year. One of the main features of the A25 AMG is the remarkable 340hp 2.0 liter direct injected 4 cylinder turbo engine. Let us wait until the new model will be officially released before the end this year.
In other news, MRC Tuning released the new model called the Mercedes C63 AMG M156. It features an exclusive ECU tuner, which offers an increase of 67hp over stock, and a Cartec dynamometer, which involves reading the crank values. The ECU remapping is considered to be the major highlight of this new project from MRC. The UK tuning specialist has been working on several platforms this year including Audi, Lamborghini, Porsche, and most especially the Mercedes market all throughout this season.
The new Mercedes C63 AMG Coupe was first spotted in New York City. This model features AD.1 wheels, matt black finish with brushed outers and clearcoat accents. Finally, the new Mercedes B-Class modified by Brabus has launched in the market this month. One of the major highlights of this exclusive and exceptional tuning program is the sporty-look exterior design. There are several new features of the new model including the interior accessories, the new alloy wheels, and the front spoilers.

Wald International Black Bison kit for Mercedes CLS 63 AMG

admin — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 14:52:04 +0000

Wald international greeted the year with a start off and tuned Mercedes=Benz CLS 63 AMG. The tuning company has made the great looking 2012 CLS more aggressively looking with its Wald International Black Bison kits from their famous line of aerodynamic parts.
Wald International, a Japanese tuning company has done several tuning wrapped with Porsche sporting the Black Bison treatment and now starting the 2012; they have turned their expert craftsmanship on Mercedes CLS 63 AMG and add a new host of chic additions to this cool car.
The new additions include a new carbon fiber bumper with great looking custom air vents and blacked out grille. It also has new features of new rocker panel complete with rear bumper and diffuser. It also sports a new roof spoiler and a new rear spoiler on the trunk.
Equipped with their Black Bison Kit, Wald international has focused only on the upgrade of the CLS AMG, they have done a great make over by adding a new set of alloy rims and come up wrapped in a high performing tires. The makeover does not stop from there as these alloy rim and tires are finished in black. This black finish matched the black exterior paint making the car look as impressive as it is.
Wald International is proud of their accomplishment and happy to say that they have done a job-well done on Mercedes CLS 63 AMG. They are mighty proud to complete the job with a few minor performance modifications such as installing a DTM sports muffler and installing suspension set-up lowering kit.
The Japanese tuner which specializes in tuning European and Japanese car models is known for its unique designs in the front bumper as well as in the rear and in the side skirts that make their trademark.
Wald International has done tuning with other smart cars using the Black Bison kits with Porsche Panamera 2009 for its Black Bison Edition, Rolls-Royce Phantom Coupe 2007 also with Sport Black Bison Edition and Infiniti G Sedan V36-2010. The Japanese tuning company is looking forward on the completion of their makeover exterior tuning jobs to e-Vehicles. They have successfully laid their hands on wrapping SUV and trucks. The company’s magic touch and works with the W211 Mercedes-Benz E-Classic Estate is their badge in claiming a brighter hope not only for the company but as well as for the tuning industry.

Mercedes News

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:27:35 +0000

Find out the latest news and updates of the Mercedes-Benz new model supercars powered by some of the major tuning companies in our world today. Check out the newest coup called the 722 MC Lauren Mercedes SLR with comprehensive and elite tuning upgrades. It is fully equipped with handcrafted exhaust system, multi-piece forged wheels for improved acceleration, high-end rims, Sportmaxx tires courtesy of Dunlop, a new steering wheel, a rebound and compression adjustable, and the exclusive carbonparts and nappaleather interiors. This new model is definitely an outstanding supercar that is exclusively made for elite individuals.
Another great model is called Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG powered by the Senner Tuning Company. This lightweight supercar is complete with high-performance air filter kit, a remapped ECU, stainless steel exhaust system, a new set of Corniche Vegas alloy wheels that measures 20 inches, 255/30R20 and 285/30R20 in the front and rear tire sizes respectively, and it has an additional power output of 35 PS. You can contact the owner Benno Senner to know more about the packages he has to offer.
Take a glimpse of the new Mercedes-Benz SL Class R230 facelift tuned by PP Exclusive. Find out the series of modifications of this new model including the 23-inch Majestic wheels by PP Exclusive with Dunlop tires, a stainless steel exhaust system, white Nappa leather with black stitching driver and passenger seats, the SL steering wheel, a black Alcantara roof interior, four oval shaped tailpipes, and a catalytic converter. These unique modifications and stylistic enhancements are carefully made for the new model without any performance upgrades. Check out the new AMG Coupe Vath Mercedes-Benz C63 that has a powerful tune and robust price package. The estimated amount for the package is about $80,000, and that does not include the car itself. The tuning upgrades include a revised ECU, 6.2 liter V8 engine, a water intercooling system, the C63 AMG Coupe trim, a new exhaust bumping output, a new and high-performance brake system, a carbon front spoiler and carbon fiber rear diffuser, a new trim of sports steering wheels, and the so-called boot lip spoiler for the exteriors. It also provides an improved aerodynamics.
Meanwhile, the new C63 AMG White Edition powered by Kicherer is planned to release the new model within this year. This limited edition sleek supercar is modified with new features including a stainless steel exhaust system, a carbon fiber grille, 20-inch wheels, piano black accents, two-tone Nappa leather seats with aluminum trim, and a rear diffuser. There are a lot of new Mercedes-Benz car models to look forward to this year and the coming years as well.

Car news

admin — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 12:05:22 +0000

You will be amazed on the extent of modifications that can now be done on your car, whether it is Benz or a Ferrari. From engine tuning to transmission and wheels and tire revisions, anything to improve the look and performance can now be had with some of the best car tuning companies in the world. Kleemann has been one of the league leaders in the car fine tuning field for the most part of the decade now. Based in Farum, a city to the north of Copenhagen, Kleemann has become a well-known supplier of performance tuning materials and solutions to AMG, Mercedes-Benz, SLR McLaren, and Maybeach owners all over the world. Some of the best performance upgrades on high end cars including ECU tunes and incredible exhaust enhancements for car brands like BMW, Audi, and Porsche are just some of the remarkable offers that Kleemann can now provide.
For example, Mercedes-Benz is known worldwide as the designer and maker of some of the most enduring engines in the auto market and the company keeps on wowing us year after years with the latest enhancements in engine and car body technology. Despite the already top of the line performance of the Mercedes-Benz engine and the car’s marvelous stock looks, Kleemann has the technology to bring out the still untapped potential of any Mercedes-Benz engine types to bring your driving pleasure to the maximum level. Whether you drive the gas-saving CDI or the most up-to-date AMG model, Kleemann can still provide you with a much sharper engine character and superior maneuverability without surrendering fuel efficiency and car integrity.
With two decades of intensive R&D, Kleemann is now exclusively supplying Mercedes-Benz with the incredible Compressor System, a Mercedes-Benz exclusive engine tuning upgrade, which maintains the consistency of the engine boost all throughout a specific rev range. This engine tuning upgrade has been the culprit in the Mercedes-Benz’s Compressor models’ innate flat and even power band devoid of peaks and lows. With the Compressor engine tuning technology, the driver can gain immediate high engine power without any falter or hesitation.
Knowing too well the Mercedes-Benz owners are the discerning type of customers, individuals who are used to expecting a lot from the money that they pay for, Kleemann focuses not only providing power but also equally on the handling and maneuverability of the vehicle. And that is the reason why a lot of people choose Kleemnn for their after-market fine-tuning needs.

Mercedes apologizes for use of Che Guevarra’s Photo

admin — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:39:33 +0000

It was plain stupidity and insensitivity; that’s how many attendees of the Consumer Electronic Show held in Las Vegas saw the use of the image of Ernesto “Che” Guevara during a promotional campaign for Mercedes. Many were totally appalled that when during the presentation of Mercedes-Benz by Dieter Zetsche, head of Mercedes in the Consumer Electric Show, a reproduced image photo of the Argentine Communist was flashed on the background.
Mercedes people claimed that there was no intention at all to immortalize the man who spearheaded the rise to power of Fidel Castro of Cuba. Everybody knows that the reproduced famous photo was also used as an incensing communist propaganda during the year of 1960′s and the 70, which saw the peak of communist revolutionary movements. The Mercedes man, Dieter Zetche explained that Mercedes image was not directly attached to the image of Che Guevara nor have something to do with the man’s ideology.
Daimler AG had already expressed their apology to the public and said that Mercedes-Benz was doing some corrections. What ignites the fire of controversy was mainly the use of Che Guevara’s photo. The famous star that adorns the man’s beret on the original photo was replaced by Mercedes’ logo. It is a plain show off and nothing more, as according to Daimler.
In connection with Mercedes-Benz goals for 2012, in an earlier made keynote announcement, Dr.Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Daimer Management accentuated Mercedes innovations inside the car and put emphasis on Mercedes’ declaration of Independence stating that the best days of driving are still to come ahead. He also declared that Mercedes-Benz is committed in making cars more secured and safe, smarter, efficient and more fun to drive. He also drew attention to Mercedes’ Car2Go service, which is a car sharing program, meant for electric vehicles. The service will soon add another new 12 cities in 2012 along side with Car2gether which is a social network for the road.
In the midst of the Mercedes controversy, the show was a total success when more than the numbers of expected attendees were present during the day one of the public show. The second day was with a bigger crowd with 102,918 excited attendees. When asked if the bigger crowd is a signal of resurgence for love of cars, show organizers are one in saying the hope is better and the prospect is definitely clearer.

Smart Service Plans for Mercedes-Benz Owners

admin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:36:43 +0000

There is too much fuzz going about Mercedes-Benz that Mercedes owners go around in circle to find ways in improving the performance of their babies. January 16, 2012 at Milton Keynes in United Kingdom, more than forty four thousand Plans of Service Care were given out by valuable Mercedes-Benz and wise car owners of the year 2011. Despite of the economic hardship, smart car owners highlighted the importance of giving the appropriate care that their vehicle needs to improve its performance. The spotlight of the activity was made to honor their car and show how they value life by making their vehicle safe as possible in driving the open road along with other drivers. The idea of the ceremonial servicing care plan is to improve driving in a way that drivers make their vehicles efficient in sustaining the safety of driving thus avoiding the risk of accidents and other damages.

Smart care service and Mercedes-Benz is a well-known budgeting plan that is capable of covering all the cost for two to four required consecutive services plus covering the labor, fluids and parts costs that manufacturers are recommending for the whole service content. The activity was said to be a smart and wise decision for all Mercedes and smart car owners in tuning their car for better performances thus minimizing the costs for repair. A lot of concerned vehicle owners participated in the event in showing the responsibility of owning a car.

Out of forty four thousand one hundred twenty five service care plans made last year, an estimated value made by statisticians, fifty three percent showed owners that made consecutive services that cover the ever popular C class that accounts for more than fourteen thousand sales. Percentage of service plans that were seen to be taken out with new purchase of cars accounted to thirty percent with remainder plans that are applied to use cars.

James Ostridge, Manager for the Service Contracts of Mercedes-Benz United Kingdom stated that they have worked their best into developing plans for Service Care to give the right value of money of car owners and with the constant meaning of monthly payment, they should have the control over the servicing costs. Furthermore, to have a number of forty four thousand customers who have taken out the plan for last year would be the fantastic testament in favor to their benefits. Service Care plans highlighted not only the cost efficient service but as well for the importance of tuning their vehicles as well.

New aftermarket accessories for Jaguar

admin — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:01:07 +0000

First called the Swallow Sidecar Company in 1922, the luxury car maker from England is known today as Jaguar. Much like its name sake, the Jaguar brand car is a glorious mix of sleekness, agility, power, and beauty. Jaguar Cars are known worldwide for their luxurious feel and elegant styling coupled with uncompromised performance from its engine. Instead of the honing of muscle and bone, the Jaguar is an infusion of technology and steel. All of these vehicles carry the trademark Jaguar mascot, located at the front end of their models, which symbolizes the car company’s vision of producing cars that embody class and elegance. Much like the jaguar of nature, the Jaguar of men is in a class all its own.

To help car owners in maintaining the elegance and luxury of their vehicles, Jaguar parts are used to keep these vehicles in top condition. Some Jaguar car parts suppliers might offer discounted car parts for your Jaguar, but the problem with that is, are you sure you’re getting real Jaguar car parts? Unless these Jaguar car parts suppliers have some kind of special deal with a wholesaler or the Jaguar car parts manufacturer itself, you need to step carefully around any Jaguar car parts suppliers that give such good deals on the cheap you might be being taken on a ride, and not on a real Jaguar at that. Without the use of Jaguar parts, the luxury and style these vehicles exude, along with its performance, may gradually decrease with regular use. Since taking care of these vehicles is more delicate in nature than other cars, a regular check-up is required and the use of Jaguar parts is advised. These Jaguar parts cater to everyone with a Jaguar vehicle and offer a great leap in efficiency vital to the car’s survival.

When you do manage to find a reputable authentic Jaguar car parts supplier, they will have to check their car parts inventory to see if they have the authentic Jaguar car parts you need in stock. Then your next best option is to look through websites or inventories of companies that salvage old or damaged Jaguars for their parts. If you need parts, go online and select from one of the automotive parts stores that specialize in Jaguar parts. You don’t have to look very far to find Jaguar accessories, Jaguar electrical systems, Jaguar transmission systems, and more, which make repairing your Jaguar much easier. There are many online stores that specialize in these parts. You can trust that any parts you buy from a certified Jaguar parts dealer are going to be the best at maintaining your car, and even your life.

All collectors would like to see their Jaguars in as fit a condition as is possible but let’s face it. There will be times when you may not be able to get the appropriate car parts for your beloved Jaguar due to unavailability of the right parts, the lack of quality parts on the market, or simply because no one wants to sell their Jaguar car parts to you (maybe because they need it themselves.) In that case, you may have to confine your Jaguar to your car barn for the moment until the perfect opportunity comes to find real Jaguar car parts that will meet your needs.

Jaguars are still very much in vogue among the privileged few who really know what luxury sports car engineering is all about and can pay the corresponding price tag for such quality automotive engineering. The Jaguar XK series sports car is a good example of what the car company aims to embody. Aside from maintaining their trademark luxury and elegance, the Jaguar XK also delivers exceptional performance in terms of engine power output and handling. And since this is one of Jaguar Cars’ premier models, its service and maintenance is more delicate than any other car. Just like any other vehicle, regular check-up and maintenance is required to determine any problems with the car. Along with regular maintenance, the use of authentic Jaguar parts is advised to avoid any further complications with the vehicle.

Without the efficiency and value these Jaguar parts offer to car owners around the world, keeping Jaguar vehicles in top condition is impossible. And since the value of any Jaguar car is higher than any other common vehicle, a car owner must be vigilant in keeping their Jaguar vehicles running smoothly.