Self-driving cars? They're dreaming | Opinion

Self-driving cars? They're dreaming | Opinion

18 Apr 2025 by Laura Berry

It’s started again - the talk about how autonomous cars are just around the corner.But are self-driving cars really going to be with us any time soon? Because it feels as though carmakers have been ...Read more
Bigger is better? Four-cylinder hybrid AMG C63 to be scrapped for larger replacement engine coming in 2026 facelift: report

Bigger is better? Four-cylinder hybrid AMG C63 to be scrapped for larger replacement engine coming in 2026 facelift: report

8 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

It seems the market has spoken, with Mercedes-AMG set to reverse its decision to downsize its hero C63’s engine to a hybrid four-cylinder. ...Read more
Mercedes icon gets cheaper: New entry-grade mild hybrid Mercedes-Benz E-Class joins line-up against BMW 5 Series and Audi A6

Mercedes icon gets cheaper: New entry-grade mild hybrid Mercedes-Benz E-Class joins line-up against BMW 5 Series and Audi A6

4 Apr 2025 by Chris Thompson

Mercedes-Benz has added a new, lower-cost variant to its large sedan E-Class line-up, with the E200 joining the existing E300.The 2025 Mercedes-Benz E200 starts from $117,900 before on-road costs ...Read more
Game-changing new EV with 792km driving range: 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA marks new era for BMW 2 Series and Audi A3 rival with an Australian launch on the cards

Game-changing new EV with 792km driving range: 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLA marks new era for BMW 2 Series and Audi A3 rival with an Australian launch on the cards

14 Mar 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has revealed its all-new CLA, the brand’s most technologically advanced EV yet. ...Read more
It costs how much? Electric G-Class lands in Australia to take on the Land Rover Defender and Ineos Grenadier as hardcore 4x4 EV alternative

It costs how much? Electric G-Class lands in Australia to take on the Land Rover Defender and Ineos Grenadier as hardcore 4x4 EV alternative

13 Mar 2025 by Tim Nicholson

The brutally powerful all-electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class has made its Australian debut and it comes with quite the price-tag.Called the Mercedes-Benz G580 with EQ Technology, the charged-up beast ...Read more
Luxury brute goes plug-in hybrid: 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid price and specs detailed as Audi S6, BMW i5 M60 rival gains huge power boost, 100km EV range

Luxury brute goes plug-in hybrid: 2025 Mercedes-AMG E 53 Hybrid price and specs detailed as Audi S6, BMW i5 M60 rival gains huge power boost, 100km EV range

13 Mar 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the price and specs for its all-new E 53 AMG Hybrid sedan as order books officially open for the upgraded model. Read more
Huge price drop for popular luxury SUV: Entry price cut by $14,400 on new 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 4MATIC variant, bridging gap on BMW X3 and Audi Q5 pricing

Huge price drop for popular luxury SUV: Entry price cut by $14,400 on new 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 200 4MATIC variant, bridging gap on BMW X3 and Audi Q5 pricing

12 Mar 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has announced the return of the entry-level GLC 200 variant for Australia, bringing down the entry cost of its most popular model by $14,400. Read more
Why 2025 is a make-or-break year for Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Porsche, but BMW could show them the way | Analysis

Why 2025 is a make-or-break year for Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, Audi and Porsche, but BMW could show them the way | Analysis

3 Mar 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Everything that could have possibly gone wrong for the German car industry has.Skyrocketing energy prices as a consequence of the Russia-Ukraine war, rising competition from China, the end of the ...Read more
Brutish performance car has arrived! 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE 53 4MATIC+ stuns with rapid acceleration, 330kW of power and a price tag to challenge the BMW M440i and Audi RS5 Coupe

Brutish performance car has arrived! 2025 Mercedes-Benz CLE 53 4MATIC+ stuns with rapid acceleration, 330kW of power and a price tag to challenge the BMW M440i and Audi RS5 Coupe

26 Feb 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has confirmed pricing for its new CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupe, which has officially arrived in Australian showrooms. Read more
Car brand's surprising backflip revealed: V8s are back on the menu as Mercedes-AMG announces it is working on a next-gen V8 with hybrid help, so is the AMG C63 back as we know it?

Car brand's surprising backflip revealed: V8s are back on the menu as Mercedes-AMG announces it is working on a next-gen V8 with hybrid help, so is the AMG C63 back as we know it?

24 Feb 2025 by Chris Thompson

Word has come from the top brass at Mercedes-Benz — eights are back.During the financial reporting wrap up from the executives at Mercedes-Benz, a few hints at future plans were sprinkled in, ...Read more
Forget the mini Toyota LandCruiser FJ this shrunken 4WD is the real deal: Mercedes-Benz confirms new little G-Wagen as super premium version of the Suzuki Jimny

Forget the mini Toyota LandCruiser FJ this shrunken 4WD is the real deal: Mercedes-Benz confirms new little G-Wagen as super premium version of the Suzuki Jimny

24 Feb 2025 by Dom Tripolone

The baby Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen is a real thing.The German brand will build the little butch four-wheel drive after announcing its plans in an investor relations presentation, according to US ...Read more
Almost $5000 slashed off price of popular luxury car: 2025 Mercedes-Benz C200 now cheaper than the BMW 330i

Almost $5000 slashed off price of popular luxury car: 2025 Mercedes-Benz C200 now cheaper than the BMW 330i

21 Feb 2025 by Dom Tripolone

Mercedes-Benz has slashed the price of its popular C200 after feedback from customers. Read more
Bold new electric car to offer price parity with hybrid twin: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and Hybrid could cost the same as brand targets ultra-efficiency to blitz Tesla Model 3, BMW i4 and BYD Seal

Bold new electric car to offer price parity with hybrid twin: 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA EV and Hybrid could cost the same as brand targets ultra-efficiency to blitz Tesla Model 3, BMW i4 and BYD Seal

21 Feb 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has announced it will deliver price parity between its upcoming CLA sedan, which will be offered with the option of an electric or hybrid powertrain.Speaking to Autocar UK, Mercedes’ ...Read more
Breakthrough 1000km range electric car being tested: Mercedes-Benz assessing solid state battery in new prototype that could challenge BYD, Chery, MG and Toyota

Breakthrough 1000km range electric car being tested: Mercedes-Benz assessing solid state battery in new prototype that could challenge BYD, Chery, MG and Toyota

21 Feb 2025 by Dom Tripolone

Mercedes-Benz is testing the holy grail solid-state battery. This future tech is believed to be the silver bullet to unlocking mass electric car adoption. Read more
Prestige brand raises prices by up to $6000

Prestige brand raises prices by up to $6000

13 Feb 2025 by Laura Berry

Those aspiring to be Mercedes-Benz owners may be in for a shock with the prestige brand recently axing its A-Class small sedan, while increasing prices across its entire range by up to $6000. The A- ...Read more
Special electric SUVs revealed: BMW iX1, Volvo EX40 and Smart #1 rivalling 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB and EQA now come standard with 'Night Edition' packaging

Special electric SUVs revealed: BMW iX1, Volvo EX40 and Smart #1 rivalling 2025 Mercedes-Benz EQB and EQA now come standard with 'Night Edition' packaging

23 Jan 2025 by Samuel Irvine

Mercedes-Benz has announced special ‘Night Edition’ exterior packaging is now a no-cost option on fully-electric EQA 250+ and EQB 250+ small SUVs. ...Read more
Does anyone use this feature? Carmakers like Tesla, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and more are betting big on artificial intelligence voice controls but will they really make our lives better? | Opinion

Does anyone use this feature? Carmakers like Tesla, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and more are betting big on artificial intelligence voice controls but will they really make our lives better? | Opinion

19 Jan 2025 by John Law

Voice control seemed so futuristic, with KITT, the heavily modified Pontiac Firebird showing just how helpful it could be in Knight Rider. Read more
Why so many car brands lost sales in Australia during 2024 including Tesla, MG, Ram and Jeep

Why so many car brands lost sales in Australia during 2024 including Tesla, MG, Ram and Jeep

17 Jan 2025 by Chris Thompson

Australia’s new car market rose very slightly in volume in 2024 compared to 2023 - but it wasn’t good news across the board. ...Read more
What is Australia's favourite premium brand? How the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA helped the German giants in 2024

What is Australia's favourite premium brand? How the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA helped the German giants in 2024

17 Jan 2025 by Tim Nicholson

If you’ve seen a lot of BMWs on the road lately, there is a reason for it.The Bavarian giant is officially Australia’s favourite premium automotive brand.According to 2024 sales figures, BMW capped ...Read more
These brands didn't make the top 10 in 2024, but models like the BYD Shark 6 ute, updated Tesla Model Y and Subaru Forester could turn things around in 2025

These brands didn't make the top 10 in 2024, but models like the BYD Shark 6 ute, updated Tesla Model Y and Subaru Forester could turn things around in 2025

13 Jan 2025 by Tim Nicholson

At the beginning of each year we dissect the top-10 best-selling automotive brands of the previous year, digging into what went right for some brands and what went wrong for others.What about the ...Read more
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