On the brand-new model front, we have the next GL-Class 7-seat crossover that goes on sale in September with a choice of four engines including a 240hp V6 diesel, while the range-topping GL65 AMG with 550hp will follow early next year.
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And it is this quality that Mercedes-Benz wants to promote in its newest TV spots for the revised G-Wagen named "Style" and "Navigation", both of which can be viewed in the videos that follow right past the break.
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Like German Special Customs (GSC), which has introduced a new performance and styling package for the latest Mercedes-Benz CLS63 AMG.
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The update mostly focuses on improving the SLS AMG GT's performance and handling with the 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine gaining an extra 20hp over the outgoing model at 583hp (591PS) at 6,800rpm, while maximum torque remains the same at 650Nm (479 lb-ft) at 4,750rpm.
Along with a faster AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed double-clutch transmission featuring newly developed gear change functions and optimized transmission control, the V8 propels the SLS AMG GT from zero to 100 km/h 0.1 seconds faster than the current model at 3.7 seconds, and can reach 200 km/h (124mph) in 11.2 seconds [0-60mph:3.6s].
In contrast to most special edition models these days that rely on added amenities at the best to stand out, the new C63 AMG Performance Studio Edition has actually been modified inside and out as well as under the hood.
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Since its foundation in 1967, AMG has been responsible for the company's motorsport activities and the development of Mercedes' high-end sports cars like the SLS and numerous AMG variants of its mainstream models that compete with rivaling proposals from BMW's M division and Audi's Quattro GmbH.
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The first thing you will probably notice on the dashboard is the tablet like fixture hovering on top of the newly styled circular air vents. Unless Mercedes-Benz has a surprise in store for us, we suspect that the high-resolution display will be fixed on the dash, as is the case with the new A- and B-Class models.
The menus on the screen will be operated using the controller in the center console, right behind the manual or automatic gear shifter. A secondary TFT color display is built into the dashboard between the instrument cluster gauges.
The test car seen here was fitted with a large panoramic roof, which some reports say may be offered with the Magic-Sky Control option, which utilizes electro chromatic glass technology to turn the windowpane from transparent to opaque at the touch of a button.
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As it seems, VÄTH was not impressed with Mercedes-Benz's proposal either as the aftermarket tuner has developed a new performance package for the C63 AMG Coupe Black Series Edition called V63 Supercharged.
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The 2013 GL63 AMG is scheduled to go on sale in mainland Europe this November and in the UK, the U.S. and other markets around the world in the first quarter of 2013, with pricing details for each country to be released closer to the SUV's on-sale date.
The zippy people carrier sports the same 5.5-litre V8 biturbo gasoline engine found in other AMG models such as the ML63 AMG SUV and SL63 AMG roadster. The direct-injection unit is rated at 550hp (557PS) at 5,250-5,750 rpm and 760Nm (560 lb-ft) at 2,000-5,000 rpm.
Power is transferred to all four permanently driven wheels by an AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission.
The GL63 AMG completes the 0 to 100km/h (62mph) sprint in 4.9 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 250km/h (155 mph).
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Codenamed the W222, the 2014 model year S-Class is a hugely important vehicle for the German premium automaker, as after the demise of the poorly received and money losing Maybach brand, it will regain its place as the group's flagship limousine.
For this reason, Mercedes-Benz has made plans to expand the S-Class' range from three model to six models. These will likely include the normal and long wheelbase sedans, a coupe that will replace the current CL-Class, a super-luxurious and extra-long "Pullman" variant and possibly, two convertible versions with two and four-doors respectively.
Our spies nabbed a prototype of the regular S-Class sedan with less camouflage providing us a better look at the exterior, while also securing some new shots of the interior.
As you can see, there's no need to peel away all the disguise to see that the W222 will retain the current S-Class' familiar silhouette.
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Despite the prototype model's heavy cladding, we hear that the A45 AMG may be revealed as early as this September at the 2012 Paris Motor Show, with sales to likely follow in the beginning of 2013.
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Take a look at what this driver of a red SLS AMG attempted during the 2012 Mille Miglia race in Italy in the video that follows right past the break.
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Hidden under all that black camouflage is the toned down, production version of the well-received Concept Style Coupé (CSC), which Mercedes-Benz showed less than a month ago.
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Then again, Mercedes itself has gone down this path with its insane and utterly pointless AMG variants spearheaded by the new G65 AMG, which sports a…603bhp 6.0-liter bi-turbocharged V12.
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The new V6-powered SL 350 has an on-the-road price of £72,495, while the V8-powered SL 500 costs £83,445, with both models set to arrive in the UK in June 2012. They will be joined later in the year by the 530hp SL 63 AMG and the 621hp SL 65 AMG V12, with pricing for these two models to be announced closer to the launch date.
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Fast-forward a few weeks to today, and the Australian Mining magnate is once again in the news, but for a very different reason.
The 58-year old businessman from the sunny state of Queensland was ticketed by Australian police back in January for going 87km/h (54mph) in a 60km/h (37mph) zone in his Mercedes-Benz. The police officer issued him an AU$333 (US$329 or €258) fine and deducted four demerit points from his driving license.
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In this new clip, Mercedes-Benz designer Jan Kaul, who was responsible for the hatchback's inner works, gives us the low down on the styling of the interior, which for the most part, will be shared with the upcoming CLA compact four-door coupe.
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