Mercedes-Benz Vehicles, Concept Cars, and the Mercedes Lifestyle

Winter is coming fast. In fact, some places in the country have already had major snowfalls! Whether you have experienced winter weather already this year or if it is still a little warm where you are, it’s not too late to prepare your Mercedes for the cold weather. Here are some tips to help you accomplish that.

Change Your Windshield Wipers
Windshield wipers are a vital component to staying safe in the winter weather. If your wipers are cracked or simply not working well, they may not clean off your windshield properly which can hinder your view. Installing new ones for the winter season may be extra cautious, but at least you will have more confidence in them.

Check Your Lights
With the winter months comes shorter days and earlier nights. As such, the lights on your Mercedes become used more. Give your lights a quick check by turning them on and walking around your vehicle so you can be sure other cars can see you when the sun goes down.

Inspect Your Tires
Proper traction is important during the winter months. If your tires are bald or worn, you might just slip and slide on the snow and wet roads. Instead, change any tires that look worn before the next snowfall.

These are just a few things you can do to help stay safe in winter driving. You can get a complete checkup at your Princeton, NJ Mercedes dealer. When it comes to keeping your family safe, a professional checkup is the least you can do.

Have you been looking forward to the new generation of the Mercedes SL-Class? If so, your wait is over. The new 2010 Mercedes SL-Class is creating a buzz at your local Benz dealers. Here are a few of the things people are talking about.

• The SL550 model has a smooth and quick acceleration. When Mercedes-Benz said this particular model can go from zero to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds, they were right. According to the reviewers, the transmission allows for smooth transitions between gears at any speed.
• The SL-Class gets decent gas mileage at an average of more than 18 miles per gallon.
• The 19-inch tires provide for a good ride in the 2010 SL-Class.
• When accelerating, the engine “makes a sporty but refined growl,” according to the reviewer. Other noises are filtered so they do not drown out your enjoyment of the ride.
• The cabin of the 2010 Mercedes SL-Class is sportier than the CL and the S-Class rides.
• The new SL-Class has plenty of room along with ventilated seats for extra comfort.
• Safety features include antilock brakes, a state-of-the-art antiskid system, traction control and much more.

These are just a few of the features and amenities you will appreciate about the 2010 Mercedes SL-Class. Visit your New Jersey area Mercedes dealer to check one out today!

The summer driving season is over, but that does not mean that you have to stay home all weekend and hang out at the house. This is the perfect time to take a short road trip to see some of the beautiful color changes on the trees. Here are a few breathtaking scenic routes that you can take this weekend for fun and quality time.

• Massachusetts – Route 6A around Cape Cod
With thousands of trees along the ocean line and the beautiful homes along the way, Route 6A through Cape Cod is definitely a must-see this season. Stop over at one of the nice bed and breakfast facilities and make an entire weekend out of it. You won’t be disappointed.
• Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire
Take a drive in your Mercedes-Benz vehicles around this lake at this time of year and you will want to take hundreds of pictures. In addition to the colorful trees, there are some charming villages and communities that are inviting and reminiscent to a much simpler time. Take Route 3 to Route 25 and Routes 117 and 109 to see some of the most interesting parts of the drive.
• Ocean Drive, Rhode Island
See some of the most prestigious mansions in the region along Bellevue Avenue in Newport, Rhode Island. Ocean Drive also has impressive views of the majestic Atlantic Ocean and you can have a good old-fashioned picnic at Fort Adams State Park.

The end of summer does not have to mean the end of enjoying road trips. Get in your Mercedes and take a drive somewhere you’ve never been before!

We just created a new short video on why we think we own the leading Mercedes-Benz service centers in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Click the video below to learn about the excellent service you can expect from us on your Mercedes-Benz vehicle!

Why Choose Us? Here’s why:

• More factory trained technicians than other service centers
• The latest tools & technology
• Competitive pricing & a satisfaction guarantee
• Two great service center locations

If you’re looking for a service center you can trust in either Chester County or Montgomery County for your Mercedes-Benz then we can help. We’ve created Squidoo lenses for each of our service centers so that you can learn more about them. Visit those Squidoo lenses for either Mercedes-Benz of Fort Washington or Mercedes-Benz of West Chester to find all the links necessary to request a service appointment.

Be on the lookout for our next video which will provide everything you need to know about our Owner’s Reward Program. Your Mercedes should have the best service at the best price & our rewards program is our gift to you as a Mercedes-Benz owner. If you want us to let you know when the Owner’s Reward Program video is available, then consider signing up for our Insider List and we’ll send you an email when the new video is available.

This is a special report coming to you live from YourMercedes News. The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is crashing into dealer showrooms with the tagline “This is the new E-Coupe. This is Mercedes-Benz.”

Locals are amazed at this story. With Halloween right around the corner, many are considering treating themselves to the new E-Class. Kids are telling their parents that they’d rather ride in the E-Class than go on another hayride this year. Even the local schools are jumping on the E-Class bandwagon by updating their lesson plans to include the history of the Mercedes E-Class. Don’t believe me? Click the image below to watch a recent video they put together to help kids understand the history of the Mercedes E-Class.

Please check back with us at 11pm on the YourMercedes Facebook fan page where we’ll be discussing the latest weather patterns and how it may impact your driving conditions.

This is Ryan Taft, from YourMercedes News wishing you a good night. You stay classy Philadelphia.

Everybody is looking for ways to save money these days. Saving money on fuel is one of the main ways you can add money to your budget each week. Follow these tips for reducing the amount of fuel you use each day in your Mercedes-Benz vehicles so you can use that money for something more important.

1. Don’t top your tank off. You might think you’re getting more fuel in your tank when you top it off, but much of that gas seeps out or sloshes out. That’s gas that you have paid for that your car will never use.
2. Make sure your gas cap is tight. A loose gas cap allows fuel to evaporate into the air and reduces your overall efficiency. Tighten your gas cap until you hear it click to ensure it is on tight enough.
3. Pump up the tires. Low tires can reduce you car’s fuel efficiency by as much as five percent. Check you tires about once a month to ensure they have the proper air pressure in them for maximum fuel efficiency.

Follow these tips with your Mercedes-Benz and your luxury vehicle will be as efficient as can be!

Mercedes-Benz has always had a reputation for producing comfortable and stylish cars since it began more than 100 years ago. The 2010 E-Class is no different. In fact, some say this E-Class is better than any other model in the automaker’s lineup because of its superior construction and safety.

The all-new E-Class is a classic and conservative sedan. These are the types of cars one thinks about when they hear the Mercedes-Benz name. Over the years, the automaker has branched out into other types of cars, and while this is good, many consumers do miss the classic sedans that are synonymous with the Mercedes-Benz name.

The 2010 E-Class is getting back to that with a squared-off appearance, an upright roof and creased fenders. This E-Class also features a familiar chrome grill and dual headlights that many car buyers may remember from years past.

In addition to the exterior familiarity, the interior has a familiar appearance, too. The dash is squared off, reminiscent of older models. But it differs from those older Benz vehicles because it has some modern and sophisticated technology within the dash.

For fans of the older Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the 2010 E-Class is perfect. It combines the durability and style of years past with the best modern features of today. Which is why we have selected this vehicle to be our featured vehicle of the month for October.

As part of the October Mercedes Service & Parts Educational Series, we are going to focus on a few different areas of your Mercedes-Benz. We have recently posted articles to our blog, which range from using a car cover to protect the outer beauty of your Mercedes, to maintaining your cooling system to protect its inner workings. Don’t worry if you’re not a car aficionado, our step-by-step approach will walk you through everything that needs to be done.

We have posted four new maintenance related articles to our blog this month. Check them out and let us know what you think. Feel free to post comments about other maintenance tips that may not be listed. This way others can benefit from your knowledge. If you have a service-related question that you’d like for us to answer on our blog, let us know and we’ll write an article about it. Here are the latest Mercedes maintenance articles:

• Keeping an Auto Maintenance log for your Mercedes
• All about Your Mercedes-Benz Thermostat
• Diagnose a Cooling System Problem in Your Mercedes
• 3 Benefits of Using a Car Cover on your Mercedes

By taking some time to visit the blog a few times a month, you can get educated on how to maintain your Mercedes-Benz. If you’re someone who likes to be reminded about new updates or if you want to hear about our service & parts specials, you should consider signing up for the Your Mercedes Insider List. We send our Insiders 2-3 emails a month informing them about what’s going on with the blog and any new specials available to them.

We’re currently using Facebook as a tool to interact with our customers on yet another level. If you’re interested in having discussions with us and other Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts, participating in promotional events, and reading relevant information about your Mercedes, then we hope you’ll become a fan of the Your Mercedes Facebook Page. We hope to see you there.

The cooling system is one of the most important parts of your Mercedes vehicle. Without it, your engine would overheat in a matter of minutes. This can cause a great deal of damage and even blow your entire engine if you are not careful. But how do you diagnose a cooling system problem before it becomes a major repair? Here are some tips you should know so your Mercedes does not overheat.

• Know the common problems that occur with cooling systems. If your Mercedes is overheating or “running hot,” it probably has something to do with your coolant level, the thermostat, the radiator, water pump or the hoses.
• If you notice your engine’s temperature gauge going about the halfway point, pull over immediately and turn the engine off. Let it cool for a few minutes before lifting the hood as built-up steam could cause burns or injury.
• Look for leaks in the hoses, around the areas where the hoses connect to the various cooling components or on the bottom side of the hood as a hose leak could cause coolant to spray all over the place.
• Check the coolant level once the radiator has cooled down. Never take off the radiator cap while it is still hot as hot coolant could spew everywhere and cause severe burns.
• If the coolant level is fine and the hoses seem fine, have your car towed to the nearest service station to check the radiator, thermostat and water pump. Do not attempt to drive it any further as you could damage the engine.

Use these tips to diagnose a cooling system problem in your Mercedes. If you’re unsure, swing into your Princeton, NJ area Mercedes-Benz dealer for a complete diagnosis. The more you know how to do, the more money you can save on repairs.

1. Extra layer of protection against dings and scratches. Few things can break the heart of a new Mercedes owner than a ding or scratch on their glossy paint finish. A car cover adds a layer of protection to your Mercedes so the chance of a ding or a scratch is reduced.

2. Theft deterrent – Since time is of the essence when it comes to stealing a car, a car cover is an excellent theft deterrent. Instead of taking the time to take off a car cover, they will just move on to the next uncovered car.

3. Damaging weather – Over the years, bad weather can wreak havoc on your paint job. The sun’s rays can also fade and crack the interior on your Mercedes. But a car cover is an inexpensive and easy way to protect your Mercedes from the elements.

Call your Philadelphia, PA area Mercedes dealer to schedule your service appointment if your car needs repairs do to a lack of a car cover or any other type of maintenance.