While the Mercedes C63 AMG Estate is by all accounts an impressive vehicle on its own merits, the fine gentlemen at Väth felt it was capable of more – and by more, I mean 585 horsepower and 690 Nm of torque.  It's these figures that help Väth's tuned Mercedes C63 AMG Estate – a model they call the Väth V63RS Clubsport Wagon – achieve a top speed of 202 miles per hour.  Excessive?  Maybe.  But the Väth V63RS Clubsport Wagon is sure to meet the demands of adrenaline loving soccer moms everywhere...

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With the new 2010 Mercedes E-Class Coupe officially on sale (in select markets, anyway), it's only fitting that we turn our attention to tuning programs for the new model.  Always ahead of the pack with their tuning prowess, the first such program comes from BRABUS, with the company offering substantial styling and performance upgrades for the new E Coupe.

Outside, changes range from a new BRABUS front spoiler, front quarter panels, rocker panels and a rear apron to new BRABUS Monoblock light-alloy wheels in your choice of 17, 18, 19 or 20 inches.  Complimenting its sportier appearance, BRABUS boosted the E500 (and E550) Coupe's displacement to 6.1-Liters, resulting in a total output of 462 hp (456 bhp) / 340 kW and a peak torque of 615 Nm (453 lb-ft) at just 3,100 rpm.  As a result, the tuned E500 Coupe can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 4.7 seconds before reaching a top speed of 196 mph...

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Going through our inbox this beautiful Tuesday morning, the fine gentlemen at MEC Design sent us details of a new body kit they've created for the Mercedes S-Class.  Up front, you'll notice a new front apron is in place which features your choice of either fog lights and driving lights or a mesh insert, while in the back, a new rear diffuser and one piece rear spoiler are both present.

Also featured on the kit is new side skirts and an MEC Design Electronic Lowering Module which lowers the S-Class between 40 and 70 millimeters, as is an MEC Design exhaust system with chrome tips...

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One can call the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class many things, but naming it "the best looking car in the world" is, by any stretch of the imagination, certainly wishful thinking.  How, you ask, was it determined that the new E-Class is the best looking car in the world?  I'm glad you asked.

First, the German publication AUTO BILD asked its readers to vote for the best looking car in each of five categories, with the prerequisite being that all of the vehicles must have made their debut in the last year.  Then, some 100,000 readers responded, voting the 2010 E-Class Coupe winner in the "Coupe and Cabriolet" category and bestowing the 2010 E-Class sedan with top honors in the overall ranking.  Based on this highly scientific, one-hundred percent definitive study, Daimler arrived at the only conclusion that one could derive from a study of this type:  that the E-Class business saloon is "the most attractive new car in the world..."

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Spring 2009 sees the GLK receive not only a number of new items of equipment but also a special distinction: compact and distinctive, it is the first Mercedes-Benz SUV model family to receive the sought-after Environmental Certificate in accordance with ISO standard 14062. In awarding the certificate, the independent specialists at the TÜV test organisation have once again recognised the company's commitment to environmental protection, as also laid down in the policy guidelines for the entire Daimler Group. These require the premium manufacturer to go much further than merely considering the environmental effects which a vehicle has while it is actually in use. Instead, the entire lifecycle from development through the production process and the use phase right up to disposal is examined and optimised. The Environmental Certificate is based on a complete life cycle assessment of the GLK which comprises some 40,000 separate processes. In addition to the GLK, the A, B, C and S-Class models have already been awarded the TÜV Süd Environmental Certificate...

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The S 400 HYBRID is the first passenger car model with hybrid drive to be introduced by Mercedes-Benz. Its combination of a further developed V6 petrol engine and a compact hybrid module makes the S 400 HYBRID the world's most efficient luxury saloon with a petrol engine. In the New European Driving Cycle, the combined fuel consumption is only 7.9 litres per 100 kilometres. This produces the world's lowest CO2 emissions in this vehicle and output class - just 186 grams per kilometre...

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With trailblazing innovations for even more safety, comfort and functionality, the 2009 S-Class once again sets the pace and provides decisive impulses in automobile technology. The high technological level of the luxury saloon is combined with an intriguing design that exudes the serenity, self-assurance and elegance of the vehicle even at first glance.

The 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class provides a choice of two body variants and nine engine variants. Customers are also able to choose between rear-wheel drive and 4MATIC all-wheel drive. Engine output ranges from 170 kW/231 hp to 380 kW/517 hp. The V6 and V8 models are optionally available with a 130-millimetre longer wheelbase; the luxurious S 600 flagship model is available only with the long wheelbase...

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Highlights, technical features and options of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz S-Class at a glance:

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Welcome back ladies and gentlemen;  I hope you all had a fantastic weekend.  Today, we've got a comprehensive look at the recently announced revision to the consummate Mercedes-Benz S-Class.  As you may remember, we first told you about the 2009 S-Class last month, and subsequently detailed its AMG variants as well.  Today, we'll be taking it a step further, publishing a number of press releases highlighting the model along with a wealth of photos showcasing its various design and technicall attributes...

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Daimler AG is reporting today that in April, sales of its Mercedes-Benz, Maybach and smart brands totaled 90,900 new units (compared to 119,000 new units in April 2008), a decrease of 23.6 percent.  As a result, year-to-date sales at Mercedes-Benz Cars now total 335,800 new units, down 23.3 percent when compared to 2008's four month ytd total.

Individually, sales at Mercedes-Benz dropped 23.4 percent for the month, down to 80,700 new units.  To date, the luxury division has sold 296,700 new units, down 24.9 percent when compared to the prior year...

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For those of you looking to add a bit of customization to your new Mercedes M-Class, Cobra Technology & Lifestyle has unveiled a few new products that may be of interest to you.  First and foremost, there's a product they're calling the CITYGUARD.  Constructed out of stainless steel, the CITYGUARD attaches to the underside of the front bumper making installation straightforward, and in addition to providing added protection in the event of a minor collision, it also features dual LED daytime running lights, thus improving active safety...

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Mercedes-Benz today has unveiled an updated version of the largest member of its SUV family – the GL-Class – while at the same time introducing a range of new BlueTEC SUV models.  On the new GL, key exterior changes include modernized bumpers, redesigned chrome underbody protection at the front and the rear, a new radiator grille and fog lights/daytime driving lamps connected by a chrome bar, new light-alloy wheels measuring between 18 - 21 inches and reworked chrome tailpipes.  Also available are two exterior paint colors:  "Tenorite Gray" and "Palladium Silver..."

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In April 2009, sales at Mercedes-Benz USA mimicked those noted by the majority of other automakers, with MBUSA noting yet another double digit decline of 28.1 percent.  In total, April sales amounted to 14,565 new units, compared to 20,271 new units in April of 2008.  As a result of the figures, year-to-date sales at Mercedes-Benz USA now amount to 54,799 new units (compared to 77,918 new units in April 2008), or in percentages, a 29.7 drop compared to the prior year...

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