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Mercedes Announces All-Electric Version of Upcoming SLS Gullwing Supercar

There's been a horsepower war being waged between German automakers for years, and Mercedes has been one of the biggest armies on the front line. An endless succession of big V8 and twin-turbo V12 engines have seen to Benz's dominance, housed in everything from station wagons to sportscars. Following the likes of the SLR McLaren and SL65 Black Series, the latest of the latter is almost here. But while the SLS "gullwing" will shout the battle cry of the horsepower wars with typical zeal, confirmed reports now indicate that it will also offer a more peaceful solution in the form of an all-electric version.

While the conventional SLS will be powered by a 6.3-liter V8 producing 563 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque, the electric version will produce the equivalent of 526hp and 649 lb-ft, offering potential buyers no excuse for sticking to the fossil-fuel-burning version once the electric model makes its debut. The electric Mercedes supercar promises to accelerate to sixty in four seconds flat, that motivation being delivered courtesy of four individual electric motors and a 48 kWh lithium ion battery pack. Given Mercedes parent company Daimler's recent investment of $50 million in Tesla, it's safe to say that the California startup will be helping out in the development, but while a launch date for the electric SLS hasn't been revealed, sources expect to see it on the road by 2015.

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Mercedes Introduces ?750,000 Limited Edition SLR Stirling Moss

by Sam Abuelsamid (RSS feed) —

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For the last several years Mercedes-Benz has been collaborating with its Formula One partner to produce the SLR supercar. The half million dollar 617 hp SLR has been a popular ride with celebutantes such as Paris Hilton and Britney Spears. However the SLR is coming to the end of its production run and with that Mercedes is building a special edition that probably won't appeal much to those who prefer to keep their hair in order.

The SLR Stirling Moss is named for the British driver who conquered the Mille Miglia in 1955 in the original 300 SLR. Like that famous racing car the new Stirling Moss has no top or even a windshield for that matter. What it does have is even more power than before with 650 hp. For those with deep pockets and no fear of mussing their hair, Mercedes will only be building 75 examples of the SLR Stirling Moss before shutting down the line permanently. For those looking for serious speed and wind in the hair, the last 75 SLRs will be priced at €750,000.

Gallery: Mercedes Benz SLR Stirling Moss

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Photos Copyright ©2009 Sam Abuelsamid / Weblogs, Inc.

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Daimler Slows Mercedes Benz Production

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Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

The principle of supply and demand has led to a throttling of production in many places. This week Daimler announced that it is reducing the working week at its largest Mercedes-Benz factory, the Sindelfingen factory near Stuttgart, Germany. BBC News reports that the factory will implement a four-day working week from January 12 until at least the end of March and there may even be some three-day weeks in the mix.

The AP says that Daimler has also announced a reduced work week at the Rastatt plant in southern Germany. Workers there will be facing four-day work weeks and occasional three-day work weeks from January 12 until the end of February. Daimler already expanded their Christmas wokr stoppage for all 14 German production lines. Although production has slowed, the workers have a labor deal that protects them from layoffs until 2011.

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The Carlsson CK63 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

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Carlsson of Germany is premiering the CK63 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG this month. The list of exterior features includes a front grille insert, rear spoiler, and Carlsson stainless steel exhaust system while the interior boasts a Carlsson sport steering wheel, enhanced multi-media, and fully customizable trim options. That's all well and good (it does look awesome!) but the best part is how they've improved the vehicle's performance, giving it 565hp and the ability to go from 0-60mph in just 3.8 secs. The engine is capable of moving the car much faster but (to protect us all from the crazies out there) it's electronically limited to a mere 186 mph. Even so the whole deal sounds (and looks) pretty sweet.

Gallery: The Carlsson CK63 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

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iPhone Pouch Premieres At Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin

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Filed under: Gadgets, Luxury Cars & Autos

3G iPhone, check. Mercedes GLK, check. How to merge the two? Enter a new exclusive "pouch" (more like a Birkin for your cell phone), crafted from white napa leather and glittering in Swarovski crystals to stash your phone. Currently even trickier to come by than an iPhone last Friday, the pouch has been released in a group of just 40 limited editions to be raffled off during this week's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin. But they'll come to market in October 2008, along with the GLK, the "compact SUV" (oxymoron, anyone?) that made its stylish debut driving Sex and the City star Kim Cattrall to her first Berlin fashion show.

Gallery: iPhone Pouch Premieres At Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin

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Keep a Mercedes in the Trunk of Your Mercedes

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Filed under: Gadgets, Luxury Cars & Autos, Green

Mercedes-Benz is launching a new emissions-free way to travel: the Folding Bike. It's obviously not their first bike, but it it is a unique bike in that it's designed to fold up all handy and fit in your vehicle's trunk in just two swift moves. Designed to be folded not only quickly but also cleanly (no grease or dirt on your hands!) and measuring just 800x800x220mm, it will not only take up practically no space in your garage but will fit comfortably in the boot of your Mercedes-Benz CLK Cabriolet -- ready for a quick ride anytime. Available in April 2008.

Gallery: The Mercedes-Benz Folding Bike

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Hilary Duff's Birthday Mercedes

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Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Celebrity Shopping

Having a celebrity girlfriend who can pretty much buy herself whatever she wants could have posed a challenge for hockey player Mike Comry when sweetheart Hilary Duff's birthday came around, but if it did he managed not to show it and pulled off a wonderful gift with flying colors. He surprised her with a week-early birthday present of a Mercedes-Benz G-class SUV sitting in her garage. Apparently she had been talking about getting a new vehicle for awhile beforehand, but she never suspected the $100,000+ gift. He actually had her thinking she was getting shoes, of all things.

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The Top 10 High-Tech Luxury Cars

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One of the biggest challenges when it comes to combining technology and luxury vehicles is doing it in a way that is user-friendly, because it's about convenience, fun, and safety -- not frustration. These luxury cars can do everything from play your mp3s and DVDs to adjust automatically to treacherous driving conditions and off-road terrain. And perhaps best of all, they look good doing it.

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Mercedes-Benz Eyeglasses and Shades

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Mercedes-Benz is trying something new, and they're jumping in with both feet. In collaboration with Allison SpA, they've come up with designs for 40 different eyeglass and sunglass frames. They unveiled the new endeavor at the recently concluded Fashion Week in Berlin, and I have to say that I think they've really gotten it right. The designs look hip and modern, but not so trendy that they're not versatile enough for everyday wear. Prices range from $233-$330 for the Mercedes-Benz eyeglass frames and $220-$357 for the sunglasses.

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It's Not A Benz, It's a Binz

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

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A Frada is nowhere near a Prada, but a Binz is not so far from a Benz. German company Binz makes a variety of speciality automobiles including limos based on the Mercedes-Benz chassis. They have created a new S-Class limousine concept vehicle which will be available as a custom design. The six door S-Class has options including video screens in the rear of each headrest and privacy blinds.

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New Mercedes-Benz Bicycles

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

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Ready for a step up from the Cadillac bikes we covered a while back? Check out the sleek carbon fiber racing bike from Mercedes-Benz. The bike has high-end components from Japanese supplier Shimano and the shift levers are in the ergonomically shaped brake handles. The bike has Michelin tires with a low number of spokes to cut down on turbulence. There will be 199 of the bikes and they cost around $3,664. For more laidback types there is also the Mercedes automatic bike which has a Shimano Cyber-Nexus automatic shifting unit, and an onboard computer which sells for around $2,320 with a lighting system and luggage rack or $2,074 for the no-frills version. There are also two fitness bikes which sell for around $1583 each and a mountain bike that sells for $2,197. More pictures at eMercedesBenz.

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Stan Lee's Benz on eBay

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos, Celebrity Shopping

Comic book geeks, this is your auction. Spider-Man co-creator and all-around comics god Stan Lee is selling his favorite car, a 1987 Mercedes 420 SEL gray touring sedan on eBay. The car has close to 100,000 miles on it. Lee bought it in 1991with 48,500 miles on it and has driven it only a few thousand miles each year. The license plate MRVLCMX (Marvel Comics) is available with the car and Stan Lee will autograph the dashboard. So far bidding is pretty low at $3550. The auction ends on Wednesday.

[via LA.com]

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2007 Mercedes Benz E

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Autoblog has a link to some info, including spy shots, on the 2007 Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The plastic-clad mule shows a bit of a grille change, but overall it's still an E with some styling cues from the 2007 S. The sloping hood reminds me a bit of the (Mercedes manufactured) Maybach. No specs, just speculation.

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