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Mercedes-Benz is shifting its “XX” technology programs from headline-grabbing concept cars to a pragmatic, fleet-wide engineering initiative.

Tomorrow XX rethinks how luxury vehicles are manufactured, repaired, and recycled to promote sustainability

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Mercedes revealed early this month that it was testing the new G-Class Cabriolet SUV’s first few miles in Austria.

It will likely come in a G 550 guise with a 3.0L turbo inline-6 engine with a 48v mild-hybrid system, producing 443 hp.

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Mercedes-Benz is on its way to a major corporate overhaul. The German luxury automaker recently announced its plans to merge its vehicle sales and financial services arms into a single entity by the end of 2025.

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Rivals @MercedesBenz and @BMW are focusing on bridging the gap between Level 2 and 3 autonomous driving by ensuring that the transition will occur under a more practical and accessible middle ground for customers.
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The next-gen @MercedesBenz GLC is redefining the three-pointed star marque’s EV playbook with all-new features from the ground up.

The EV even has an optional #Vegan Package.
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Mercedes-AMG’s latest prototype, the GT XX Concept, recently dominated the Nardò circuit in Italy, logging over 40,000 kilometers in under eight days while maintaining an average velocity of 300 km/h.
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Mercedes CEO Ola Källenius wrote an open letter to the EU, urging the organization to reexamine its 2030 green transition targets.
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In a major twist, Mercedes-Benz is reportedly in advanced negotiations with its rival, BMW, for a supply deal.
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Mercedes F1 encouraged Kimi Antonelli to reflect on the insights gleaned from the previous events, and not to fixate his attention too much on race results.

The team urged the driver to spend more time with engineers to extract maximum information.
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BRABUS recently pushed the limits of the Mercedes-AMG G 63 with the creation of the XLP 800 6×6 Adventure.

The six-wheeled off-roader comes packing with a twin-turbo V8 engine producing up to 800 hp and 1,000 Nm torque.

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Tennis legend Ivan Lendl's vision for a unique vehicle led to a collaboration with AMG, resulting in one of the most distinctive Mercedes G-Wagen units ever.
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The open road is filled with endless possibilities waiting to be explored. Here are things to consider if you want to elevate your road trip.
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Brabus 1000 takes the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E Performance to supercar levels!

The package integrates 986 HP, 0-60 mph in 2.6s, carbon fiber exterior, custom 21/22-inch wheels, and a luxurious black leather interior with red accents.

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Mercedes-Benz will halt the production of the EQ range in the US following the the enactment of President Donald Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which removes EV tax credits.
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Mercedes-Benz just unveiled the Shooting Brake version of the 2026 CLA, which will arrive in European dealerships in spring.

The EV boasts a 473-mile electric range based on WLTP cycle.
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Urban Automotive elevated the Mercedes G-Class to another level with its signature Widetrack body kit to bring out more exclusivity from the luxury SUV.

The result was nothing short of astonishing, further elevating the aura of the already iconic auto.
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HWA, a leading tuner in Germany, just revealed that it will race two restomodded versions of the Mercedes 190E Evo II.

The company plans to unleash their full potential on track at the 2026 Nurburgring 24 Hours.

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Mansory gave the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology a more muscular and off-road look, reverting its appearance to resemble its fuel-fed AMG version.
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Points for George in P4 as we wrap up this triple-header, but an engine issue brings an early end to Kimi’s race.

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Mercedes F1's George Russell said the crash with Red Bull's Max Verstappen and the deployment of the Safety Car significantly affected his P4 finish at the Spanish GP.

Nevertheless, he was surprised that he was able to keep pace and finish the race.
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