Archive for February, 2008
Hit the Beach in Your Certified Mercedes
During the long, cold winter, it can be difficult to remember that beach weather will eventually arrive. Before you know it, however, the beaches will again be overrun with tourists and weekenders intent on catching some rays. If you will be heading to a locale with moderate weather, why not get a jump-start on summer [...]
Introducing the Mercedes CLK
The Mercedes C-Class has become an extremely popular entry-level vehicle. The sleek sedans offer numerous luxury features at a price that is easily affordable. However, the C-Class vehicles are compact sedans, not traditionally favored by those who seek a full luxury experience. At the opposite end of the spectrum are the ultra-luxe CL coupes and [...]
Finishing a Road Rally
Yesterday we took you through some ways to stay on track and avoid becoming hopelessly lost during a road rally. Today, we will look at the layout of a road rally and, of course, what happens at the finish line. Checkpoints Most legs will end at official checkpoints. At an official checkpoint, you will park [...]
Leap Year Day Babies Have No Golden Birthday
It happens every four years, and this year is one of them. On February 29, it will be time to celebrate Leap Year Day once again. This long-standing tradition has been going on for centuries and still carries a feeling of mystery every time the day approaches. Those who were born on Leap Year Day [...]
Time to Brush Up on Your Stick Shift Skills
For the first time in many years, Mercedes Benz has taken the somewhat risky maneuver of releasing a manual transmission vehicle. With the C300, Mercedes has thrown down the gauntlet against BMW’s manual 3-series. For the Paramus Post, Mark Maynard took the new six-speed manual C300 Sport for a test run. According to Maynard, the [...]
Making It Through Your First Road Rally
Yesterday, we discussed the basics that any new road rallyist must know. Today, we will get into the finer details that are critical to rally success. Here is what you should know about following clues and staying on track. Main Road Determinants You will likely spend most of your first road rally lost. This is [...]
Tenth Anniversary of Mercedes Benz Advanced Design Studio of Como
If you are a Mercedes lover, you may occasionally wonder where the inspiration comes from. Year after year, Mercedes continues to introduce technological marvels, advances in green engineering and luxurious new designs. One of the main sources of inspiration in Mercedes interior design is the Advanced Design Studio of Como, Italy. The Como studio is [...]
Road Rallies for Beginners
Yesterday we introduced the basic concept of road rallies. Today, we’ll talk a little more about just what is involved in this fascinating and novice-friendly sport. One of the most popular types of road rally is the TSD (Time-Speed-Distance) rally. A TSD rally generally lasts a few hours. With registration and after-rally dining and partying, [...]
New Mercedes Actros Unveiled
When you think of Mercedes vehicles, commercial trucks may not immediately come to mind. However, the Actros line, launched in 1996, is often considered the world’s most successful heavy truck. This year Mercedes will launch the third-generation Actros, according to Automotive World. The new truck is set to debut at the Hanover International Commercial Vehicle [...]
Road Rallies
If you are in the mood for something new or different, why not try out a road rally? Rallies are a very popular amateur motor sport due to the ease of getting started. At least at the beginner levels, there is no need for expensive specialized equipment. Any two person team can compete for a [...]
