Tag: Daimler

Mercedes EQS launched ’10 years too early’, says design chief

The Mercedes-Benz EQS arrived “10 years too early” for its radical styling to be accepted by buyers, according to its designer. The electric saloon was launched in 2021 as the flagship in a new line of Mercedes EVs but has failed to generate as many sales as its combustion-engined counterpart, the S-Class. A significant reason for… Continue reading Mercedes EQS launched ’10 years too early’, says design chief

Why the Chrysler Crossfire is not a dog’s dinner

There are plenty of things people can’t forgive Jeremy Clarkson for, but near the top of my list is his comparison of the Chrysler Crossfire coupe’s rear end to a dog relieving itself. He has certainly caused worse offence, but now, whenever I see a Crossfire coupe, it’s hard not to recall that unpleasant analogy.… Continue reading Why the Chrysler Crossfire is not a dog’s dinner

Mercedes-Benz May Hike Prices Again If Forex Woes Persist: CEO Santosh Iyer

Mercedes-Benz India may be forced to undertake further price hikes if the rupee’s depreciation against the euro continues to worsen, Santosh Iyer, Managing Director and CEO of the company, told Autocar Professional. The German luxury carmaker has already announced price hikes across its entire model range, with the first wave coming into effect from June… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz May Hike Prices Again If Forex Woes Persist: CEO Santosh Iyer

May 2025 new car pre-registration figures

SMMT released figures for May pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in May 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading May 2025 new car pre-registration figures

Mercedes-AMG to axe four-cylinder PHEV for straight six and V8

Mercedes-AMG is preparing to phase out the controversial four-cylinder plug-in hybrid drivetrain from the C63 and GLC 63, marking a strategic shift in the brand’s engine line-up. Speaking to Autocar at the unveiling of the Concept GT XX in Germany, a senior insider confirmed that future petrol-powered Mercedes-AMG models are set to adopt either an updated version… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG to axe four-cylinder PHEV for straight six and V8

Mercedes-AMG Unveils CONCEPT AMG GT XX, Showcasing Future of High-Performance Electric Mobility

With over 1,360 hp, axial flux motors, and ultra-fast charging, the four-door electric coupé embodies AMG’s next-gen performance vision, fusing motorsport-inspired technology with innovative design and sustainability advancements. Mercedes-AMG has introduced the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, a technology demonstrator that previews a future four-door high-performance electric sports car built on the AMG.EA architecture. Equipped with… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Unveils CONCEPT AMG GT XX, Showcasing Future of High-Performance Electric Mobility

BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Continental and more sign MoU for joint software development on open source

A consortium of 11 automotive OEMs and suppliers (including BMW, Continental, Eclipse Foundation, ETAS, HELLA, Mercedes-Benz, Qorix, Bosch, Valeo and Vector Informatik), with the support of the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), have agreed on pre-competitive cooperation in open-source software development. A corresponding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for this agreement was signed at… Continue reading BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Continental and more sign MoU for joint software development on open source