Tag : Mercedes-Benz
New B-Class will be RDE2 certified
Mercedes-Benz will launch the new B-Class MPV with an RDE2-certified diesel engine, which should mean it avoids the UK’s 4% Benefit-in-Kind surcharge.
Rob East stands down as Mercedes-Benz head of fleet
Mercedes-Benz head of fleet Rob East is to move into a new role outside the carmaker after stepping down from his current position.
Mercedes-Benz electric SUV sets sights on the I-Pace
Mercedes-Benz is to launch a long-range, high-performance electric SUV next year, rivalling the Jaguar I-Pace, Audi E-Tron and Tesla Model X.
New engines and saloon pricing for A-Class
Mercedes-Benz has extended the A-Class range with a new petrol engine and four-wheel drive for the hatchback, and pricing for the first ever Saloon version.
First ever A-Class saloon due for 2019 UK launch
Mercedes-Benz will launch its first ever A-Class Saloon in Europe later this year, said to offer class-leading rear headroom and CO2 emissions from 107g/km.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Does Mercedes-Benz’s latest C-Class rewrite the rules for the compact segment, asks Jonathan Musk…
Mercedes-Benz expands E-Class range
Mercedes-Benz has expanded the E-Class range with new petrol and diesel engines.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Saloon due late 2018
Mercedes-Benz is to launch the first-ever A-Class saloon later this year, as part of plans to extend its popular small car line-up from five variants to … Read More »
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Already a cornerstone of the range, the new A-Class feels a cut above its rivals, says Alex Grant.
Mercedes-Benz appoints new used cars and remarketing director
Mercedes-Benz Cars UK has announced that Krishan Bodhani, currently head of smart and product management, is to move into the role of used cars and remarketing director … Read More »
Updated C-Class gets new tech, diesel PHEV
Mercedes-Benz will launch an upgraded C-Class in March, featuring technology from the S-Class and new drivetrains including a diesel plug-in hybrid.
Fleet Manufacturer of the Year: Mercedes-Benz
Judging comment: “Plans to become the UK’s number one premium brand in fleet have come to fruition at Mercedes-Benz. Not only through a broad, fleet-friendly model … Read More »
Star Quality: Rob East, head of fleet, Mercedes-Benz
Looking back at a turbulent 2017 but with plenty of new initiatives on the horizon, Mercedes-Benz’s head of fleet, Rob East, sits down with Craig Thomas.
Mercedes-Benz launches extended fleet test drives
Mercedes-Benz has introduced a new 48-hour test drive initiative across its model line-up.
New A-Class previews small-car focus for Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz is to extend its small car line-up to eight model lines, likely to include an A-Class saloon and an electric vehicle, as it focuses on … Read More »
Mercedes-Benz fleet director moves to CV financial services role
Nick Andrews, fleet and remarketing director at Mercedes-Benz Cars UK, is to become commercial vehicles director at Mercedes-Benz Financial Services UK (MBFS), effective from 1 February.
Mercedes-Benz reveals new CLS coupé
Mercedes-Benz revealed its third-generation four-door coupé at the Los Angeles Motor Show, featuring driver assistance technology from the EClass and five seats for the first time.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class to put focus on higher specification
Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing and specification for its X-Class 4×4 double cab pick-up, which is aimed at customers looking for a vehicle to bridge work and … Read More »
Mercedes-Benz to recall 400,000 cars in UK
Mercedes-Benz has recalled around 400,000 vehicles in the UK, part of a wider million vehicles globally, due to an inadvertent airbag deployment fault.
Updated S-Class previews longer-range, faster-charging PHEVs
Mercedes-Benz has boosted the range and charging times of the S-Class plug-in hybrid, previewing technology likely to be rolled out across its other plug-in models in … Read More »
New app gauges suitability of electric cars and hybrids for drivers
A new app has launched that records and analyses drivers’ everyday travel to see if they can switch to smart or Mercedes-Benz electric or hybrid vehicles.
Mercedes hints at electric A-Class
Mercedes-Benz has previewed how a future electric A-Class could look with a teaser video of its EQ A concept.
Mercedes-Benz to rival Uber with new London ride share service
Mercedes-Benz is to launch a new Uber-rivalling ride sharing service in Europe, kicking off with London.
Carmakers launch scrappage schemes in time for plate change
Car groups including Renault-Nissan, VW and Kia have become the latest manufacturers to launch scrappage schemes intended to tempt buyers to new, less-polluting vehicles.
Spotlight: Mercedes X-Class makes its worldwide debut
Mercedes-Benz has taken the covers off its all-new 4×4 double cab pick-up, the X-Class, and it goes on sale in the UK this November with customer … Read More »
Daimler to offer NOx-reducing software update for 3m diesels
Daimler will offer a free software upgrade for around three million diesel vehicles, said to curb harmful nitrogen-oxide (NOx) emissions in real-world use.
Daimler readying multi-marque telematics solution
Daimler will launch a multi-marque telematics solution for fleet managers at the end of the year, building on the driver-focused ‘Me Connect’ system, offered since 2014.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz E220d AMG Line
The new E-Class goes straight to the top of the executive sector, says Julian Kirk.
Shanghai Motor Show: Key fleet models break cover
Citroën expands into large SUVs Citroën’s forthcoming C5 Aircross large SUV is to debut at the Shanghai Motor Show ahead of its launch in 2018. An … Read More »
Interview: Rob East, Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes’ head of fleet, Rob East has taken over at a brand that has seen huge growth in fleet in past few years. Steve Moody finds … Read More »
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