Considerably less fuel consumption despite a much higher output was the development objective for the new Mercedes-Benz V-engine generation, which will initially be used as an 8-cylinder in the CL-Class, and later in the S-Class from autumn 2010. Mercedes-Benz developed the new six and eight-cylinder units because optimised internal combustion engines continue to have specific advantages over other drive systems with respect to operating range and refuelling time and costs, while offering the greatest short-term potential to achieve significant fuel savings in day-to-day operation. The V8 is in a new league of its own On the basis of its predecessor, the new V8 has undergone concerted further development. For example, it has a 15-percent smaller displacement (4663 cc rather than 5461 cc) but generates 320 kW (435 hp) and therefore around 12 percent more output than the preceding unit (285 kW/388 hp). Whereas the current CL ...

Two new models are enhancing the Mercedes-Benz model port-folio in spring 2010. The new-generation R-Class can be ordered now, with an entry-level price of Euro 42,100*. The new-generation R-Class has the appearance of being cast from a single mould. The completely redesigned front end with its restyled bonnet, wings, radiator grille, headlamps and bumper gives the entire vehicle a harmonious, dynamic and powerful presence. On request, the front end of the R-Class can be further enhanced by a chrome clasp with integrated daytime driving lights in conjunction with bi-xenon headlamps. Light-alloy wheels in a 5-spoke, 5-twin-spoke or 10-spoke design with sizes from 43.2 to 53.3 centimetres (17 to 21 inches) and the revised rear end with its new bumper cladding, modified tail lights and integrated exhaust tailpipes likewise increase the attractiveness of the model-year 2010 R-Class. In addition to the fresher exterior, it is the inner values of the R‑Class ...

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) has secured two new major orders, thus substantially exceeding the sales milestone of 10,000 BlueTec trucks. “By enabling us to reach the 10,000-order milestone, our customers have shown that BlueTec is the best choice for complying with the stringent EPA 2010 emissions standard”, said Martin Daum, President and CEO of DTNA. The latest orders were placed by the fleet operator Penske Truck Leasing and the retailer Meijer. Penske Truck Leasing, which has its headquarters in Reading, Pennsylvania, is a leading truck fleet operator in the U.S. To meet the EPA 2010 emissions regulations, the company has ordered 750 Freightliner Cascadia heavy-duty trucks equipped with BlueTec technology, making DTNA the largest supplier of EPA 2010-compliant trucks to Penske Truck Leasing. The parent company, Penske Corporation, operates a fleet of more than 200,000 vehicles and serves customers at more than 1,000 locations in North America, South America, Europe, ...

The James Beard Foundation (JBF) and Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) today embark on a new multi-year partnership by announcing Marea in New York City as the Best New Restaurant in the U.S. at the prestigious James Beard Foundation Awards 2010. Described as the "Oscars" of the food world, the James Beard Foundation Awards bestows the highest honors on chefs and restaurants working in America. Owned and operated by chef Michael White and restaurateur Chris Cannon, Marea displays excellence in food, beverage, and service and is expected to have a significant impact on the industry for years to come. Sharing the same commitment to heritage and excellence makes Mercedes-Benz and the James Beard Foundation a natural fit. As the inventor of the automobile, Mercedes-Benz is synonymous with automotive excellence with a long legacy of advancements in vehicle technology from safety to design. Under its partnership with the James Beard Foundation, MBUSA is developing a ...

Mercedes-AMG has developed a custom-designed sound system for the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG together with the prestigious hi-fi specialist Bang & Olufsen. With a total output of 1000 watts, eleven loudspeakers and sound distribution which can be configured to suit personal preference, this system offers a very special listening experience. The high-end sound system is the result of cooperation between Mercedes-AMG and Bang & Olufsen. The Bang & Olufsen BeoSound AMG high-end sound system offers a superlative music experience. This is made possible not just by the amplifiers, which give a 1000-watt output, and the eleven loudspeakers, but also by the precise distribution of the music signals to the driver's seating position, the passenger's seating position or to a central point, as selected. With the help of the digital sound processor (DSP) it is also possible to choose between the "Reference" high-end studio sound or voluminous surround sound. The system is operated using ...