BlueTEC is the keyword for the future of diesel engine technology. Thanks to the highly effective exhaust treatment system developed by Mercedes-Benz, BlueTEC vehicles fulfil the strictest global emissions standards to make them the cleanest diesels in the world. With the E 250 BlueTEC concept, which was created specifically for the North American market, Mercedes-Benz is now demonstrating how BlueTEC technology in the E-Class can be combined with a four-cylinder engine with optimised fuel consumption. When fitted to the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission, the E 250 BlueTEC boasts fuel economy of 28 mpg U.S. in city traffic and 39 mpg U.S.on the motorway (U.S. FE standards). The E 250 BlueTEC concept fulfils the strictest emissions standards, including Bin 5 in the U.S., and would even meet the considerably toughened limits laid down in EU6 legislation not due for implementation until 1 September 2014. View original here:  Mercedes-Benz At The New York International Auto Show: The Mercedes E250 BlueTEC

In the search for the optimum hybrid system for the premium motor car, the engineers were already sure of one thing right from the concept phase: a Mercedes-Benz SUV with a hybrid drive would have to share the same typical brand attributes as any other Mercedes vehicle. Essential elements such as the greatest possible active and passive safety, optimum ride comfort and ease of operation, uncompromising reliability over a long period and high-quality workmanship with select materials would have to be on a par with a comparable, conventionally powered standard-production vehicle. And all combined with the greatest possible efficiency. At the same time, the drive system should be testimony to the company’s innovative strength and cutting-edge technology. These objectives demanded a complete development cycle – the kind of process any new model family developed from scratch would undergo. Until the Mercedes-Benz ML 450 HYBRID reached series-production maturity, the engineers and technicians clocked up a total of four million kilometres, taking in some of the world’s most extreme climatic conditions to prove the system’s reliability, be it in the sub-zero Arctic circle, the searing heat of arid desert regions or in the sweltering, humid temperatures of the tropics. The work was supplemented by an extensive test-rig programme and detailed simulations as part of the “Digital Prototype”. An important aim during development was to optimally match the various subsystems within the powertrain. System matching enables the various drive modes to be easily used while the customer is driving. More:  Mercedes-Benz At The New York International Auto Show: The Mercedes ML450 HYBRID

Yes, ladies and gentlemen, after taking a little more than a week off, we are indeed back this fine April morning, once again bringing you the latest in Mercedes-related news and entertainment. Unfortunately, it was an unexpected trip paired with an equally unexpected lack of Wi-Fi access that caused the abrupt article hiatus, but not to worry, as both myself and the rest of the staff are back from their spring vacations and ready to get to work. As is the case anytime a vacation is enjoyed, we’ve got plenty of work to catch up on, so rather than commenting on each of the various press releases we’ve missed, we’re going to bring you the straight corporate content in an effort to get you caught up as quickly as possible. Once we’ve caught up on our backlog, however, we will once again return to the trademark wit you’ve all come to know and love. But enough of my rambling – let’s get to the Mercedes content, starting with the brand-new, slightly revised and somewhat awkward looking 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Keep scrolling for a number of photos and a lengthy press release detailing what to expect from the latest iteration of the endearing S-Class. Here is the original:  The Updated 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Makes Its World Debut

Warm, spring weather makes you long to have a convertible car…and the Audi A5/S5 cabriolet is just the perfect car to take to the beach or go for a relaxing drive up the California coast! Here are photos of the Audi A5 and S5 for your viewing pleasure… Special Notes: • A5 Cabriolet features ground-breaking soft top technology for elegant styling, superior room and storage space, and superb driving dynamics. • Unique 50/50 split rear folding seats allows maximum storage flexibility • Audi Drive Select (adjustable engine/throttle mapping, suspension damping, and dynamic steering) is a benchmark in the segment and industry. • New optional quattroSport rear differential enhances agility. • USA market launch for A5/S5 Cabriolet is Fall 2009, as 2010 model year. • A5/S5 Cabriolet replaces the A4/S4 Cabriolet Excerpt from: For the Photo Album: Audi A5/S5 Cabriolet

If you are looking for reviews on all models of the 2009 Dodge Challenger you have come to the right place.  To save you some time I have feverishly searched the web to find all the major reviews so your time is not wasted hunting around.  Below I have provided you with a quote from each Dodge Challenger review along with a link back to … Read more from the original source: 2009 Dodge Challenger SE, R/T and SRT8 Reviews

How is this for bad luck, you win a new 2009 Dodge Challenger but you can’t claim the prize because you work at the place giving away the car. Well that is exactly what happend to Rocky Ferrando, manager of Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corporation in Batavia, New York.  Rocky, an employee of WROTB was ruled ineligible for the Dodge … Originally posted here:  Winner of new Dodge Challenger at Batavia Downs Casino Ruled Ineligible