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12/03/2021

New Mercedes-Benz eVito panel van with larger battery capacity available

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Following in the footsteps of the Mercedes‑Benz eVito Tourer, the eVito panel van will also receive a comprehensive update of the electric powertrain and a new battery with an usable capacity of 60 kWh from the beginning of December.

The locally emission-free van replaces the model successfully launched on the market in 2018 and, with its significantly higher range of 242-314 kilometres (WLTP)1,2, appeals to a wider range of users in commercial freight transport.

"I'm delighted that with the new Mercedes‑Benz eVito panel van we are opening up commercial electric mobility for even more use cases and, thanks to the longer range, are also offering a solution for suburban and rural areas," says Klaus Rehkugler, Vice-President Sales & Marketing Mercedes‑Benz Vans at the start of sales of the new eVito. "Looking at its equipment specification, attractive leasing rates and available public subsidies, the eVito is on par with a conventionally powered Vito in terms of TCO in many use cases. This is an important aspect, especially for businesses focussing on trade and craftsmanship or fleet managers, and once again makes it clear that electric mobility is now absolutely suitable for everyday use."

Faster charging - longer range

The new Mercedes‑Benz eVito differs from its predecessor in many respects, while at the same time retaining the proven features of the battery-electric panel van.

Under the front end, there is still the electric powertrain which drives the front wheels with a peak power of 85 kW. The Mercedes‑Benz eVito panel van has a water-cooled AC on-board charger with a charging capacity of max. 11 kW. This means that it is prepared for alternating current (AC) charging, for example at commercial sites, at depots or at public charging stations. The new model is charged via the CCS charging socket in the front left bumper. This also makes fast charging by means of direct current (DC) possible. Thanks to a standard charging power of a maximum of 50 kW[3] or optionally a maximum of 80 kW3, the eVito can be charged from 10 to 80% at a DC fast charging station in about 50 or 35 minutes. The battery with a usable capacity of 60 kWh allows a range of 242‑314 kilometers (WLTP) 1,2.

In the new model, the eVito panel van now also offers various recuperation levels to charge its battery while driving by means of an intelligent operating strategy. The driver can change the strength of the recuperation via shift paddles behind the steering wheel as required. A particularly efficient and comfortable driving style is offered by the DAUTO recuperation stage. According to the maxim "driving with foresight and saving energy", information from the safety assistants is networked and the strength of the recuperation is adapted to the situation and in real time. In addition, three drive programs help the customer to choose between maximum comfort and maximum range individually and at the push of a button while driving.

By housing the battery in the vehicle underfloor, the interior is fully available and offers up to 6.6 m³ of loading volume – an important prerequisite for numerous industries, especially in freight transport. The locally emission-free van can be ordered in two different lengths: Once with a total length of 5,140 millimetres and as an extra-long version, which comes to 5,370 millimetres.

As practical as with conventional drive with often comparable TCO and attractive conveying options

The new eVito panel van, similar to the eVito Tourer, already includes many attractive features as a production vehicle, such as 17-inch wheels, heated seats for the driver, the multifunction steering wheel with travel computer or DC charging with up to 50 kW. Numerous safety and assistance systems such as Active Brake Assist, ATTENTION ASSIST and Headlight Assist are also included as standard.

3/10/2020

2021 Mercedes-Benz Vito and eVito Tourer Promotion and features

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It is a demonstrated master for the exchanges, business and administration: the achievement of the Mercedes-Benz Vito depends on qualities, for example, adaptability, adaptability and a reasonable value/execution proportion.

Since its dispatch, the Mercedes-Benz Vito, which is delivered in Vitoria, Spain, has been the exemplification of a flexible medium size van. In excess of 508,000 units of this present third era have been sold since its presentation in harvest time 2014.

Because of its flexibility the Vito is a set up accomplice for SMEs, specifically those with up to five vehicles. In excess of 70 percent of all Mercedes-Benz Vito vehicles are utilized in such conditions.

Pia Herkewitz, Product/Marketing Management Mercedes-Benz Midsize Vans, includes: "The broad scope of new help frameworks and the new motor age proceeds with the Vito's example of overcoming adversity and makes it significantly increasingly alluring.

The Vito is as yet solid with regards to working expenses or the craving for low discharges. As in the past, the payload and decent variety of variations are among the best in the fragment.

The new infotainment contributions additionally satisfy the expanded needs of our business clients."

"The new Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer sets benchmarks in its fragment with respect to ordinary reasonableness and ease of use. Because of the fast charging capacity and to a higher range – contrasted with its antecedent – it very well may be utilized adaptable. It underscores our concept of a locally emanation free van," clarifies Benjamin Kaehler, Head of eDrive@VANs at Mercedes-Benz Vans.

The new eVito Tourer: emission-free specialist for passenger transportation

The mobility revolution is already having an increasingly marked impact on urban traffic. In order to keep traffic moving over the last mile in the future, the purely electric drive of medium-sized vans is the next sensible step.

With the eVito in 2018 and the eSprinter in 2019, Mercedes-Benz Vans took on an early pioneering role for emission-free, commercial goods traffic in the urban environment. The driving performance and range of the now unveiled eVito Tourer define a new dimension and fulfil all requirements: be it as a hotel shuttle, as an MPV taxi or vehicle for ride-sharing services.

The new Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer takes on the autonomous look of its brothers with a combustion engine. But beneath the dynamic front with a charging connection in the bumper at the front left is the electric drivetrain (eATS), which powers the front wheels with a peak output of 150 kW. The electric motor, the transmission with fixed transmission ratios, the cooling system and the power electronics form a compact unit.

The energy is stored in
a lithium-ion battery in the vehicle's underbody. It is configured low down and centrally, which has a positive effect on the eVito Tourer handling. The top speeds of 140 km/h with standard and 160 km/h with special equipment ensure rapid progress both in and out of urban traffic.

The highlights of the 2020 facelift:

eVito Tourer with 150 kW and 421-kilometre range1, 2
New OM 654 engine generation, incl. 176 kW top major assembly with passenger car registration
AIRMATIC air suspension
More safety thanks to DISTRONIC and Active Brake Assist
Improved reversing camera
Digital rear-view mirror
New infotainment portfolio
Enhanced vehicle interior and new seat covers
Radiator grille in new look

1/17/2020

2021 GMC Canyon AT4 snowmobile and outside inside structure presentation

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Refreshed styling and first-ever AT4 position Canyon for proceeded with progress, while expanding request in premium average size fragment

The new 2021 GMC Canyon was uncovered in the mountains of Colorado today, including a first-since forever Canyon AT4 pointed solidly at premium fair size truck clients who buy their trucks to wander rough terrain. The AT4 carries ability and advance to the refreshed Canyon go.

"The new 2021 Canyon AT4 expands the intrigue to fair size truck clients who carry on with a functioning way of life," said Duncan Aldred, VP of Global Buick and GMC. "Much like the Sierra AT4 has pulled in new clients from outside GMC, the Canyon AT4 will draw in open air devotees searching for a premium moderate size truck to GMC with the capacity, innovation and refinement they've generally expected."

First-Ever 2021 GMC Canyon AT4

The Canyon AT4 progresses the brand's responsibility to offering premium rough terrain fit vehicles with noteworthy styling subtleties. Bolder outside plan is characterized by dim chrome completes, with another bigger grille structure and red recuperation snares. The inside highlights premium specifying, including remarkable Kalahari sewing and AT4 headrest weaving which aligns the Canyon inside plan with its stablemates.

Included rough terrain certainty originates from standard gear, including:

More prominent ability from 31-inch Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac® tires fitted to 17-inch aluminum wheels

Rough terrain tuned suspension with Advanced Hill Descent Control System

Four-wheel drive framework with Eaton G80 Rear Automatic Locking Differential

Move case slide plate giving extra security when going unexpected

"This is a truck made in light of outside swashbucklers," said Aldred. "The Canyon AT4 is an ideal supplement to the driver's different interests and valuation for the subtleties, regardless of whether that is a trail blazing bicycle, a snowboard or their truck."

Refined Canyon Denali

GMC originators improved the notorious Denali grille with an increasingly etched and layered example. Combined with 5-inch chrome help steps, signature chrome accents and Denali-select 20-inch Diamond Cut aluminum wheels, the new Canyon Denali is modernized with another seem to be like the new Sierra and Sierra HD trucks.

"Denali speaks to GMC's strong plan reasoning and these progressions further hoist the Canyon from the standard challenge, while conveying an advanced search for the client," said Holt Ware, chief of GMC outside structure. "It includes an increasingly particular and refined structure that has gotten synonymous with Denali."

Inside refinements incorporate genuine open-pore debris wood trim, aluminum style and one of a kind sewing. Another Cocoa/Dark Atmosphere shading topic further raises the Denali inside and gives clients more choices. Standard warmed and ventilated front seats with a warmed controlling wheel increment driver comfort.

The new Canyon Denali and AT4 are fueled by a top tier 308 pull (230 kW) 3.6L V6 motor. Extra force originates from an accessible 2.8L Diesel motor, offering 369 lb-ft (500 Nm) of torque.

The new 2021 GMC Canyon is worked at GM's Wentzville Assembly Center in Wentzville, Missouri.* The 2021 Canyon will be accessible in the not so distant future, with valuing declared nearer to creation.

12/13/2019

The new Mercedes-Benz Actros – Advantages of Mirror Cam

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The new Mercedes-Benz Actros with Mirror Cam: computerized back view reflect improves all-round perceivability and encourages moving and cornering

Since the late spring, an expanding number of trucks wearing the Mercedes star have been seen on the streets without the commonplace enormous outside mirrors. Rather, little streamlined camera arms are mounted on the rooftop outline.

What's behind this? Since June 2019, Mercedes-Benz Trucks has been providing the new Actros with the MirrorCam as a standard component – as the main maker in the business worldwide to date.

The computerized back view reflect not just looks advanced; the framework can likewise do significantly more than customary principle and wide-point mirrors and its presentation far surpasses the lawful necessities.

Patrick Hirth is a taxi advancement technician at Mercedes-Benz Trucks and has just traveled in excess of 200,000 kilometers with the new Mirror Cam.

He says: "After a short acquaintance period, drivers experience the benefits of the Mirror Cam in a wide range of circumstances for themselves. Overwhelming, moving, driving in poor perceivability and haziness, cornering and bottleneck circumstances – the Mirror Cam makes this more secure and less distressing."

Gear and highlights: two cameras, two screens and that's only the tip of the iceberg

The MirrorCam comprises of two cameras mounted on the left and right of the rooftop outline, two upstanding screens mounted on the A-columns in the driver's taxi and control components in the entryway module and in the auxiliary presentation.

There are additionally fastens on the traveler side and by the bed to turn on the Mirror Cam when the motor is turned off.

The pictures transmitted by the cameras are moved to the two 15.2-inch screens with a goals of 720 x 1920 pixels. Like the customary mirror framework, the screen picture is isolated into a fundamental and wide-edge field of vision.

Cancellation of huge mirrors accommodates better all-round perceivability

As the MirrorCam cameras are connected to the rooftop outline and the screens are situated inside the taxi, the driver has a vastly improved direct view through the side windows.

The view askew ahead, which was recently deterred by the enormous outside reflections of a customary mirror framework as a rule, is presently clear.

This is especially worthwhile when moving toward intersections and roundabouts, while moving and in tight twists.

10/24/2019

2020 Nissan TITAN PRO-4X Test drive and vehicle attributes

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The Nissan TITAN full-size pickup experiences a broad update for the 2020 model year. The new TITAN highlights considerable powertrain updates and interesting styling for various trim levels. TITAN presently additionally offers standard Nissan Safety Shield 360 over all evaluation levels.

Nissan keeps on giving America's Best Truck Warranty2 to the 2020 TITAN, with 5-year/100,000 mile packed in inclusion. TITAN has likewise exhibited uncommon quality as the top-positioned "Enormous Light Duty Truck" in the J.D. Power 2019 Initial Quality Study (IQS).

The most dominant standard V8 motor in class

Each 2020 TITAN is fueled by a 5.6-liter Endurance® V8 gas motor appraised at 400 drive and 413 lb-ft of torque. Both pull and torque evaluations are the best in class1.

The motor uses Nissan's VVEL (Variable Valve Event and Lift) innovation, which consolidates water powered controlled variable valve timing and electronically controlled variable valve lift on the admission side to give elite and fresh reaction. The Endurance® V8 additionally highlights Direct Injection Gas (DIG™) innovation, which gives better all the way open throttle execution and improved efficiency and discharges execution (versus a non-direct-infusion framework) by diminishing motor thump, improving burning steadiness and offering exact infusion control.

The motor is mated with another 9-speed programmed transmission with a bigger last rigging proportion of 3.692:1–giving more torque at the wheels in a given apparatus and smoother and quicker quickening. For instance, 50 mph to 70 mph quickening is evaluated to have been improved by just about an entire second (contrasted with the past TITAN furnished with a 7-speed programmed transmission). The bigger range additionally means better range inclusion for ideal power on standing beginnings and at cruising speeds. The powertrain feel is progressively straight through the apparatuses.

The 2020 TITAN is accessible in a decision of 4x2 or 4x4 drive designs. Nissan TITAN 4x4 models highlight an exchange case intended to guarantee most extreme power appropriation in each apparatus. It appropriates torque to the two finishes and gives four-wheel drive when included footing is required day off, sand, mud, soil, water or rock.

Solid rough terrain execution has additionally been underlined, with highlights, for example, Hill Descent Control (PRO-4X just), Hill Start Assist, Brake Limited-Slip Differential (BLSD) and electronic locking back differential.

The 2020 TITAN includes an improved Off Road Gauge that shows the vehicle's tire edge, relative pitch and move points. Without utilizing a gyrator, another strategy was created to figure the vehicle's direction utilizing accelerometer information and ascertaining the vehicle's G-power. Nissan's new check is relied upon to be the most exact (versus rivalry) at higher velocities.

10/10/2019

Mercedes-Benz Vans: Clever Bodybuilder Solutions 2019: advanced, electric, maintainable

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Super patterns, for example, digitalisation and charge offer extraordinary open doors for van clients' ventures while simultaneously giving them significant difficulties. For instance, the market for crisp nourishment conveyances offers significant business potential universally.

Be that as it may, shipping temperature-touchy products requests ideal use and cooling of the freight space, on the grounds that these merchandise require, for instance, extraordinary stockpiling temperatures.

The vehicle should likewise have the option to be coordinated into the coordinations chain as effectively as could reasonably be expected.

Likewise, end clients in this section especially esteem maintainability and CO2 decrease.

The equivalent can be seen in different areas: With the quick development of online retail, messenger express bundle specialist co-ops are seeing exponential request development, and yet normal income per committal is falling.

New versatility ideas and expanding cost weight are changing traveler transportation. The longing for greater manageability and adaptability implies that availability arrangements are progressively coming into core interest.

Development customers, then again, keep on requiring progressively great van highlights: unwavering quality, power and security.

Mercedes-Benz Vans expects to meet these necessities and requirements. The organization depends on serious collaboration with driving elite weight lifters.

At the "Sharp Bodybuilder Solutions 2019" occasion at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Ludwigsfelde, Mercedes-Benz Vans, together with muscle heads, introduces a sum of 34 exceptional bodies for the brand's whole van armada.

The range ranges from aluminum dump trucks to a transport for wedding visitors and secured nine distinct areas: "Exchange and eGrocery", "Administration and Crafts", "Individuals Mover", "Confined Mobility", "Camper Van", "CEP and Logistics", "Development", "Crisis, Rescue and Municipal" and "Further Industries".

9/26/2019

2020 Ford Expedition King Ranch Edition SUV Promotion

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Lord Ranch® release of 2020 Ford Expedition and expanded length Expedition MAX reintroduces premium choice for purchasers of huge SUVs enlivened by famous Texas farm, broadening 20-year coordinated effort

Undertaking King Ranch highlights three lines of seats cut in Del Rio calfskin; outside features incorporate Stone Gray articulation paint, control deployable running sheets and 22-inch wheels with King Ranch focus tops

Endeavor Platinum presents increasingly premium updates for 2020, including calfskin wrapped instrument board topper and entryway rollovers, in addition to more aluminum inside contacts

Meaning to keep satisfying developing need for Ford Expedition, Ford today uncovers two new models for the 2020 model year – Expedition King Ranch® and an overhauled Platinum model with new materials and top of the line wraps up.

Huge SUVs keep on speaking to clients over the U.S. Through August, U.S. offers of Expedition for 2019 were up 56 percent versus a similar period a year ago – the best eight-month start for the nameplate in over 10 years. The expansion of another King Ranch form means to expand on that achievement.

"The King Ranch name conveys with it an inheritance of diligent work that characterizes the American farming way of life, with the legacy and family customs Ford Expedition speaks to," said Andrew Kernahan, Expedition boss specialist.

"It's an extraordinary expansion to the lineup, developing Expedition's intrigue and character in Texas just as with clients over the U.S. searching for western-roused style and immortal structure."

Today, roughly one of every five Expedition purchasers selects the top-end Platinum model, while around six out of 10 pick either a Platinum or a Limited model.

Undertaking King Ranch – which previously appeared in 2005, after the Ford F-Series King Ranch in 1999 – develops the scope of very good quality decisions.

Undertaking King Ranch sports exceptional style all around. Rich Stone Gray paint on the grille work, influence deployable running sheets, back guard slip plate, trailer hitch spread, rooftop rack side rails and side mirror tops quickly recognize it as a King Ranch. Other outside features incorporate body shading painted upper guards and Stone Gray-painted lower guards, and 22-inch six-talked painted machine-completed aluminum wheels with dim stain painted pockets. Lord Ranch badging – reflecting the farm's particular "Running W" brand – shows up on the body sides, liftgate and wheel focus tops.

Inside, the utilization of premium Del Rio calfskin stretches out over each of the three columns of seats, and the sky is the limit from there.

Coal black Del Rio calfskin covers the entryway trim while the cowhide wrapped guiding wheel highlights perplexing Kingsville sewing adding fulfilling surface to the touch. Del Rio trim on the comfort is emphasized by the particular grain of Ziricote wood facade. The King Ranch "Running W" logo is decorated into the seatbacks of every one of the three lines. The second-push is featured by power-collapsing, tip-and-slide commander's seats with punctured supplements.

Similarly as with Platinum models, King Ranch comes standard with Ford Co-Pilot360™ Assist driver-help innovation, consistently controlled damping, 360-degree camera with split-view and front and back washers, control collapsing, warmed sideview mirrors with blinker pointers, security approach lights and auto-diminishing driver's side mirror.

Campaign Platinum is refreshed with new 22-inch haggles premium completions. Calfskin updates feature the inside, including an instrument board topper enclosed by cowhide, in addition to front entryway trim rollover and support rails.

Platinum additionally incorporates premium highlights, for example, cowhide cut front-and second-push seats with punctured seat embeds and knitted reinforces, multi-shape front seats with Active Motion, and Wollsdorf calfskin wrapped controlling wheel with Pecan sewing.

Notwithstanding its extensive payload space and remarkable towing ability, Expedition is stacked with innovation. More innovation presently comes standard, including FordPass Connect™, with 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 cell phones. Portage reminds you to not drive diverted or while utilizing handheld gadgets. SYNC® 3 is likewise included which highlights similarity with Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™.

Portage Co-Pilot360 is standard for 2020, giving driver-help highlights, for example, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and Pedestrian Detection, Forward Collision Warning and Dynamic Brake Support; Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert; a Lane-Keeping System; back reinforcement camera with implicit focal point washer; and auto high-shaft headlamps.

7/25/2019

Mercedes-Benz Off-Road Icons: Unimog and G-Class: summit of the rough terrain goliaths

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Vehicles that ascent to top structure in outrageous landscape, have enamored with stunning innovative accomplishments for quite a long time and have a devoted overall fan base in their corner. Mercedes-Benz has no under two of them.

What the G-Class is in the traveler vehicle division, the Unimog is among business vehicles. And keeping in mind that the G-Class is praising its 40-year commemoration this year, the Unimog can think back on a convention that traverses over 70 years. Enough motivations to unite them two for a summit.

There are vehicles that whet the hunger for experience and excite the untainted desire to play in each grown-up: The Mercedes-Benz G-Class and the Mercedes-Benz Unimog are among them. As extraordinary characters, the two of them have been taking their own one of a kind way for a long time.

What's more, this way regularly begins where others as of now have achieved the finish of theirs – because of their rough terrain abilities.

Them two have as of now over and again exhibited their unwavering quality and capacity to go anyplace at the Dakar Rally and different occasions.

Furthermore, the Unimog and the G-Class share greatest strength and toughness just as the gigantic model assortment, with which they satisfy for all intents and purposes any client demand. No big surprise that they additionally cut an awesome figure in Hollywood: In the blockbusters "Jurassic World" of 2015 and "Transformers: The Last Knight" from the year 2017, the two symbols even shared the screen.

The present G-Class commended its reality première in Detroit in January 2018 with Arnold Schwarzenegger in front of an audience. Notwithstanding the G-Class, the whiz once likewise had a Unimog sitting in his carport.

4/18/2019

2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS: The S Class of SUVs - Exterior Interior

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The new Mercedes-Benz GLS is Mercedes-Benz's largest and most luxurious SUV and, above all, offers more: more space, more comfort, more luxury.

The E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL active suspension on 48-volt basis offers outstanding suspension comfort, agile handling and a high degree of off-road capability. Like the GLE, the GLS features the latest generation of Mercedes-Benz driving assistance systems giving cooperative support to the driver.

The new 4MATIC ensures great agility on the road and strong performance off the beaten track. The new GLS has impressive aerodynamics in its segment, with a Cd figure of 0.32. It has a new Carwash function, which enables the car to be prepared for entry into a carwash with a single press of a button.

As the S-Class of SUVs, the new GLS indulges its passengers, especially those in the rear. The key comfort features at a glance:

MBUX Rear Seat Entertainment System: Two 11.6-inch touchscreens for movie, music and internet enjoyment

Rear Comfort package Plus: Separate tablet for controlling all of the MBUX comfort and entertainment functions from the rear seats

Electrically adjustable seats throughout as standard, as is the Easy-Entry function, which makes it easy to get into and out of the third seat row

Simple folding-down of all rear seats at the push of a button

Choice of either three-seater rear bench seat or two luxury individual seats with armrests in the second row

Two fully fledged seats in the third row (for people up to 1.94 m tall)

Heated seats and separate USB charging ports for the third row, too

Five-zone automatic climate control available.

"The new GLS is the S-Class of premium SUVs. It embodies luxury, confidence and intelligence like almost no other vehicle,", states Ola Källenius, the member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG responsible for corporate research and Mercedes-Benz Cars development.

4/17/2019

2020 Hyundai Venue SUV - Exterior Interior Design

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Today at the 2019 New York International Auto Show, Hyundai introduced its all-new 2020 Venue, the latest SUV to join its growing product lineup.

Venue is packed with a host of premium driver safety and convenience technologies and is the perfect fit for those seeking a seamless combination of style and versatility.

Venue will be the most affordable Hyundai SUV, and joins its larger siblings including the North American Utility of the Year Kona and Kona Electric, Tucson, Santa Fe, the 8-passenger Palisade and NEXO. Venue will be built in Ulsan, Korea and will arrive in Hyundai dealerships in the fourth quarter of this year.

“The all-new Venue might be small in size, but it’s big on practicality and personality,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president of Product, Corporate and Digital Planning, Hyundai Motor America.

“Its bold and unique character sets it apart from other SUVs on the market, offering a unique, entry-level vehicle for those consumers seeking savvy design with an abundance of standard safety, technology and connectivity features.”

Hyundai Venue Highlights

Bold, modern design elements with optional two-tone extroverted color options for roof, mirrors and trim

Smartstream Gamma 1.6-liter engine with 6-speed manual or Smartstream IVT (Intelligent Variable Transmission)
Venue empowers the urban entrepreneur lifestyle many consumers experience in today’s fast-paced environment
8-inch color screen audio system with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay™
Premium Technology Availability
8-inch Navigation System
Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System & Next-generation Blue Link® Connected Car System
Dual Charging USB (USB fast charging and USB 2.0 data reading)
Rear View Monitor
Heated Front Seats and Side Mirrors
Drive modes includes snow mode for FWD driving performance
Advanced Safety Technologies
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
Rear Cross-Traffic Warning (RCCW)

Hyundai Venue: The SUV Style Maven

Venue conveys a fun, yet functional design in a versatile and modern compact package. For those constantly on-the-go, Venue offers adaptability to the urban entrepreneur lifestyle many consumers experience in today’s fast-paced environment. From everyday workplace activities to weekend fun, Venue is a great fit in accommodating busy lifestyles with an abundance of playful and practical features including seamless safety, versatility and connectivity.

The design of the new Venue exhibits small but confident body forms, delivering a new interpretation of Hyundai’s signature design language.

The vehicle side profile showcases a solid and full volume wheel arch and strong character line, while the front cascading grille includes the new Hyundai signature face that’s found on both Kona and NEXO, including composite LED lights and cube shape headlamps.

This unique character line continues through the tail lamps. Venue is available with striking 17-inch alloy wheels along with the 15-inch standard wheels.

“The Hyundai SUV lineup can be compared with the pieces on a chess board,” said SangYup Lee, executive vice president of design, Hyundai Motor Group. “Our new Palisade is the King, but we are missing the smaller piece.

And that’s where Venue comes in. It may be small, but its unique and bold design sets it apart from the rest of the pack,” he explained. “We can see the Hyundai look in Venue but there is a unique quality that will appeal to individual customer’s tastes and preferences in a way that sets it apart from the other SUVs in our lineup.”

2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GLC 63S 4MATIC+ SUV - Exterior Interior Design

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With an officially measured and notarised lap time of 7.49.369 minutes, the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 S 4MATIC+ (combined fuel consumption: 12.4 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 283 g/km)1 is currently the fastest SUV in the world on the North Loop of the Nürburgring.

"The lap record on the North Loop has proven to impressive effect that the GLC 63 is right at the top of its segment in terms of vehicle dynamics. With our V8 biturbo, we hold a decisive USP in the competitive environment.

With AMG DYNAMICS we were able to hone the vehicle dynamics even more and also further increase the suitability for everyday use and the connectivity with MBUX.

This makes the GLC 63 an all-rounder for every occasion", says Tobias Moers, Chairman of the Management Board of Mercedes-AMG GmbH.

The new features at a glance

New headlamp design
New tail lamp design
New, optional 21-inch light-alloy wheels
New 90 mm twin tailpipe trims in a trapezoidal design
New paint colour graphite grey metallic
MBUX infotainment system with AMG-specific functions and displays, touchscreen display, accelerated voice control and optional gesture control
New AMG steering wheel with Touch Control buttons and steering wheel buttons (standard on S model)
New upholstery magma grey/black with yellow contrasting topstitching
Electronically controlled locking differential standard on all models
New AMG DYNAMIC SELECT drive program "Slippery"
Dynamic handling control AMG DYNAMICS with three/four (S model) agility forms
Trailer Manoeuvring Assist
S models with AMG Driver’s Package as standard

The SUV and coupé are available as base and S model variants: the AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine generates 350 kW (476 hp) or 375 kW (510 hp) with a maximum torque of 650 or 700 Nm. Acceleration from zero to 100 km/h is completed by the GLC 63 4MATIC+ in 4.0 seconds, the S models in 3.8 seconds.

The top speed of the base model is 250 km/h (electronically limited, with the AMG Driver's package 270 km/h), 280 km/h for the S models. The impressive driving dynamics are based, among other things, on the AMG RIDE CONTROL+ air suspension with adaptive damping adjustment, the electronically controlled differential lock, which is now also standard on all variants, and the dynamic engine mounts, which are part of the standard equipment on the S models.

4/15/2019

2020 Mercedes-Benz Concept GLB - Exterior Interior Design

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Stuttgart/Shanghai. With the Concept GLB at Auto Shanghai (18 to 25 April 2019), Mercedes-Benz shows what SUV ideas on the company's compact car platform might also be realised alongside the GLA as a sporty all-rounder.

While the latter promises progressive driving enjoyment with its coupé-like lines, the Concept GLB places the emphasis on spaciousness and robustness.

The concept car (length/width/height: 4634/1890/1900[1] millimetres) has space for up to seven occupants thanks to its long wheelbase (2829 millimetres). A number of sturdy features signal that the Concept GLB feels right at home on rough farm tracks.

"We asked ourselves whether there is still space between the GLA and GLC in our successful SUV range. The Concept GLB is the answer to this question. With it we are demonstrating the creative ideas we have for this segment, too", says Britta Seeger, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG, responsible for Mercedes-Benz Cars Sales.

"The Concept GLB is a durable and practical SUV with nonetheless compact dimensions. Whether it is a generous, seven-seater family vehicle or a versatile leisure time companion: we are certain that this concept will be of great interest to our customers.

" Customers highly appreciate the varied SUV portfolio of Mercedes-Benz. To date, more than six million customers worldwide have purchased a Mercedes-Benz SUV. In 2018, with more than 820,000 units sold, the SUVs were the strongest segment for Mercedes-Benz.

SUV genes skilfully brought to the fore: Exterior design

The Mercedes-Benz Concept GLB has a distinctive presence in the world of compact SUVs with its muscular proportions. The clear, surface-accentuated contours with reduced lines and precise joints convey effortless superiority and modernity.

The upright front section with its striking MULTIBEAM LED headlamps is clear evidence of off-road genes, as are the short overhangs at the front and rear.

The long wheelbase and the functional greenhouse are the decisive factors providing generous spaciousness for up to seven occupants.

The muscular and sensuously contoured vehicle shoulder dominates the side view, an effect reinforced by the rising waistline.

The contiguous doors improve ease of access and keep the door apertures free of soiling. All-round protective claddings divide the overall proportions and emphasise the vehicle's off-road character.

The harmonious colour concept has exterior paintwork in designo cashmere white magno with high-gloss black mounted parts (e.g. the claddings or integrated roof box) as a contrast, plus discreet orange highlights in the radiator grille and as lettering on the outside mirror housings.

The chrome underguard at the front with integral air inlets in a stainless steel look emphasises the off-road qualities. The rear underguard echoes this theme, creating a balanced overall picture.

4/14/2019

New 2020 Mercedes-Benz V-Class 300 d 4MATIC graphite grey metallic

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The new Mercedes-Benz V-Class – V 300 d; Exterior, Design and equipment line AVANTGARDE, Selenite grey metallic; Interior, Design and equipment line AVANTGARDE, Leather Nappa silk beige, trim element in twin-strip look, anorama sliding roof, luxury seats

Design and comfort

New presence and an impression of breadth thanks to newly designed bumper with striking cooling air intake and diamond structure of the radiator grille

Available as an option, the AMG Line features a new diamond radiator grille with chrome pins for a yet more sporty appearance

A choice of four new paint colours as well as four new light-alloy wheel designs

Interior with new trim element in twin-stripe look, newly designed air vents in a sporty turbine look and the new "tartufo" leather colour

Optional luxury seats in the rear increase the total number of seat options in the MPV and pamper passangers with reclining and back massage functions as well as air conditioning

Driving dynamics and efficiency

The four-cylinder OM 654 diesel in three output variants with reduced emission and consumption values and further improved noise and vibration characteristics is being used for the first time in the V-Class

New power variant V 300 d with 176 kW (239 hp) and 500 Nm of torque sets the benchmark in the MPV segment (combined fuel consumption 6.1-5.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 161-155 g/km)1. In the acceleration phase, the V 300 d can deliver an additional 30 Nm of torque for a short time ("overtorque")

The 9G-TRONIC automatic transmission improves shift comfort and fuel efficiency

Safety and assistance systems

The already multifaceted range of safety and assistance systems becomes even more comprehensive with the facelift

Available for the first time, Active Brake Assist can, depending on the situation, reduce the severity of a collision with a vehicle ahead, stationary obstacles and crossing pedestrians (in urban traffic) or it can even prevent them from occurring altogether

New Highbeam Assist Plus makes it possible to drive with the main-beam headlamps permanently active and only switches to dipped-beam mode when the situation requires

The future is electric

Mercedes-Benz Vans will soon be the first premium manufacturer to offer a fully-electric MPV
Systematic expansion of the eDrive@VANs strategy to include model series for private use
World premiere of the series production model at the International Motor Show (IAA) 2019

4/13/2019

2020 Mercedes-Benz Marco Polo 300 d crystal white metallic - Exterior Interior Driving

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The style and value appeal of the V-Class lead the way in the segment. The designers in Stuttgart have used a series of targeted measures to give the MPV a new look which follows the design idiom of the current Mercedes-Benz passenger cars.

The new V-Class has a broader appearance and an even stronger visual presence thanks to its new front end.

This comes courtesy of a new bumper design with striking cooling air inlets and a new diamond structure in the radiator grille.

The Mercedes star is positioned centrally in the radiator grille and framed by two slats in silver.

The personalisation concept with the attractive AVANTGARDE and EXCLUSIVE lines and various design packages is retained, while the AMG Line becomes visually more striking with the facelift: it features a new diamond radiator grille with chrome pins, and thus delivers a particularly sporty note.

New paint colours in graphite grey metallic and selenite grey metallic expand the spectrum of popular black/white tones.

Equally new is the steel blue paint finish. With the new, optional colour hyacinth red metallic, the new V-Class also makes an especially emotive statement. At the same time, four new light-alloy wheel designs ensure a striking, avantgarde appearance. They include 5-twin-spoke 17-inch light-alloy wheels painted in black with a high-sheen finish as well as 18-inch light-alloy wheels in tremolite grey with a high-sheen finish and 5-twin-spoke design, or in black with a high-sheen finish and 5-spoke design. At the upper end of the new wheels portfolio are black-painted 19-inch 10-spoke light-alloy wheels with a high-sheen finish.

The interior of the new V-Class follows the trend of modernity and clarity.

The V-Class facelift presents itself with new air vents in a more sporty turbine look as well as new dials in the instrument cluster. Thanks to the reduced design, drivers can orientate themselves much more simply.

The new upholstery and equipment colour tartufo nappa leather makes a modern and elegant statement. With Lugano leather and nappa leather, each available in black and silk beige, plus Santos black fabric, a total of six different upholsteries in light and dark colours is available.

Modern and elegant can also be used to describe the new trim element in twin-stripe look which is used on the instrument panel and side paneling. The trim elements in the piano lacquer, ebony wood, carbon fibre and brushed aluminium looks remain.

As part of the facelift, rear passengers can enjoy a special comfort feature. Optionally available luxury seats for the first rear row pamper occupants with reclining and back massage functions as well as air conditioning, as in the S-Class. A journey in the new V-Class – for instance if used as a VIP shuttle - thus turns into a spa like treatment.

New engine, new transmission – powerful and efficient

With the facelift, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class is equipped with the four-cylinder OM 654 diesel engine in three output variants:

V 220 d with 120 kW (163 hp) and 380 Nm of torque (combined fuel consumption 6.2-6.0 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 162-157 g/km)1
V 250 d with 140 kW (190 hp) and 440 Nm of torque (combined fuel consumption 6.1-5.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 161-155 g/km)1
And – as the new top performer in the segment – the V 300 d with 176 kW (239 hp) and 500 Nm of torque (combined fuel consumption 6.1-5.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 161-155 g/km)1
In the acceleration phase, the V 300 d can briefly deliver an additional 30 Nm of torque ("overtorque") in addition to its 500 Nm of torque. The V 300 d accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in up to 7.9 seconds. It can reach a top speed of 220 km/h.

4/12/2019

Volkswagen Atlas Basecamp Concept - Driving and exterior design

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Volkswagen of America, Inc. is pleased to introduce the Atlas Basecamp Concept, which showcases a few of the many ways that the capable Volkswagen Atlas can be enhanced for trail seekers.

Featuring a custom body, lift kit, custom wheels, all-terrain tires, roof rack with bike mounts, and LED light bars, the Atlas Basecamp Concept is ready for adventure.

Atlas Basecamp Concept designed with trail seekers in mind
Accessories complement the robust adaptability of the seven-passenger SUV
Features include: custom body and lift kits, custom wheels, all-terrain tires, roof rack with bike mounts and LED light bars

The Basecamp Concept—designed with endurance mountain biking in mind—is the brainchild of Alex Earle, Exterior Design Manager at the Volkswagen Design Center California and avid cyclist.

“The Basecamp Concept brings a go-anywhere attitude to the brand that is already synonymous with road-trip culture,” said Earle.

“Whether you are taking on a series of challenging single-tracks with your favorite mountain bike or enjoying a relaxing evening under the night sky, the versatility of the Basecamp Concept provides ideal mobile solutions for just about any adventure.”

Using a Volkswagen Atlas SEL Premium as the canvas, the Basecamp Concept is painted Platinum Gray and Black Uni with a matte finish and orange accents.

The SEL Premium trim comes standard with a 3.6-liter VR6® engine making 276 hp and an eight-speed transmission, paired with Volkswagen 4Motion® all-wheel drive with Drive Mode Selection. A set of fifteen52 Traverse MX Concept wheels debut on the Basecamp Concept and are expected go into series production at fifteen52 this fall. The wheels are wrapped in 265/70R17 all-terrain tires.

Additional accessories on the Atlas Basecamp Concept include a custom body kit by Air Design, an H&R® lift kit with coil over springs that raise the ride height approximately 1.5 inches, a Front Runner® Slimline II roof rack system with bike holders, off-road LED light bars on the front and rear, as well as protective interior add-ons from Volkswagen Accessories.

The Basecamp Concept is shown with an off-road capable HIVE EX compact expedition trailer, featuring matching wheels and tires. Like the Atlas, the HIVE EX camper is assembled in the USA and built to take on the elements while providing ample comfort and space.

Both lightweight and strong, the tow-behind camper is equipped with a queen-size bed, pullout canopy, and kitchenette, complete with a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator/ freezer combo that can operate on an optional 12-volt battery.

Other integrated features include a self-contained water tank, propane tank, portable toilet, hot shower, and removable leveling jacks.

2020 Mercedes-Benz V-Class 300 d hyazinth red metallic - Exterior Interior and Driver

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Five years ago, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class set standards in the MPV segment with its design, value appeal, comfort as well as safety and assistance systems.

The facelift builds upon these core values and thus enhances the attractiveness of the biggest member of the Stuttgart-based passenger car family.

The compact Marco Polo and Marco Polo HORIZON camper and leisure vans also benefit from the innovations implemented in the V-Class.

What's more, Mercedes-Benz Vans is taking the next step in this segment and will be offering a fully-electric MPV in the near future.

2020 Mercedes-Benz V-Class 300 d Design and comfort

2020 Mercedes-Benz V-Class 300 d Driving dynamics and efficiency

New power variant V 300 d with 176 kW (239 hp) and 500 Nm of torque sets the benchmark in the MPV segment (combined fuel consumption 6.1-5.9 l/100 km, combined CO2 emissions 161-155 g/km)1.

In the acceleration phase, the V 300 d can deliver an additional 30 Nm of torque for a short time ("overtorque")