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Mercedes-Benz’s Manufaktur personalization program is growing Mercedes has opened a new Manufaktur Studio to enhance the customer experience Mercedes PixelPaint system enters production and is part of the Manufaktur Studio Mercedes-Benz is ready to take customer involvement and customization one step further. On Thursday, Mercedes opened the Manufaktur Studio while announcing an expansion of the…

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Six months after showing it off as a concept, Mercedes-AMG just revealed the PureSpeed, a roof-less, windshield-less version of the SL63. It looks basically identical to the concept car, complete with the Formula 1-inspired “halo” bar that splits the cockpit in two and the 300SLR-referencing humps behind the seats. Mercedes plans on making 250 examples…

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The Mercedes-AMG Pure Speed has made its world debut as the first model in the exclusive Mythos series, of which only 250 will be produced. The Mercedes-AMG Pure Speed debuted on a floating pontoon in the port of Monte Carlo ahead of the Monte Carlo Formula 1 Grand Prix in May 2024. Now, Mercedes-AMG is…

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Premium Gasoline Quick Tips Your owner’s manual indicates if high-grade gas is required or recommended for the vehicle. High-performance vehicles often require high-octane gas. Using regular unleaded gas in a car that requires premium fuel reduces engine performance and can cause damage over time. Using premium does not increase fuel economy, so don’t waste money…

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The home of “30 Rock” actor Grizz Chapman was destroyed after a tractor-trailer crashed into it after careening through a condo complex. In total, four people were injured, 11 cars were damaged and Chapman’s Woodbridge, Virginia, condo he has lived in for two years was left wrecked after the 18-wheeler driver lost control of his…

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Stellantis on Thursday announced an agreement with Texas-based Zeta Energy to develop lithium-sulfur batteries that could significantly reduce cost and pack weight, while boosting charging speed. The automaker and Zeta Energy claim lithium-sulfur chemistry can deliver comparable volumetric energy density to current lithium-ion battery cells, but at less than half the price per kwh. Sulfur…

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When we talk about car maintenance, car interiors are often an afterthought. We focus on the engine, tires, and performance, but what about the materials we interact with daily?  Premium Car Leather Seats contribute as much to the “premium-ness” of luxury cars as the engine, size, and ride quality.  Leather is highly susceptible to heat…

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Prices on used C8s are continuing to fall, but we’ve just seen the lowest price so far on a 2020 hardtop convertible – just $43,000. Unfortunately, that’s not likely to be the final price, as the car is being offered by the original owner on Cars & Bids, with the auction slated to close…

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Leaking valve covers, and valve cover gaskets are common. In this video I will show you step by step how to replace a valve cover gasket, or a valve cover. We will also cover the valve cover breather, or PCV valve built into this valve cover. Valve cover failure is common on the VW BPY…

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The state accused LaFontaine Auto Group’s Hyundai dealership in Livonia of leasing used vehicles as new The state of Michigan temporarily suspended LaFontaine Hyundai’s dealer license in Livonia. The dealership allegedly leased used cars as new, violating state regulations on vehicle sales. LaFontaine Auto Group blamed rogue employees before getting its dealer license reinstated. It’s…

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