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Mercedes-Benz: The new Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG stands for efficiency and performance

(17/11/2011)

The new ML 63 AMG comes with a fascinating technology package: the AMG 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine features spray-guided direct petrol injection with piezo injectors, ECO start/stop system, an all-aluminium crankcase, four valves per cylinder with camshaft adjustment, air-water charge air cooling and generator management, for example. With a displacement of 5461 cc, the eight-cylinder engine generates a maximum power output of 525 hp and 700 Newton metres of torque. In conjunction with the AMG... [more]

Mazda: HOW MAZDA’S DIGITAL SERVICING RECORD ADDS VALUE

(10/11/2011)

Cars with full service histories are worth more and are easier to sell, according to new research carried out by ICM Research– which shows that a full service history on a car could increase its value by 26 percent. Mazda was the very first car company to have a fully operational digital service record (DSR) across the range, adding even more value to its cars. “DSR replaces the traditional service record book which sits in the glovebox for 364 days of the year, emerging once every 12 mont... [more]

Mazda: Mazda Reading puts itself on the map

(18/10/2011)

Mazda Reading, the manufacturer's first outlet in the town for more than 11 years, has made a solid start in the first four months of business and expects the final quarter of the year to be very positive, said General Manager Andrew Holtham. "Considering we're a new franchise in what has been a cold area for Mazda, we're comfortable with the progress we have made," said Mr Holtham, adding that his team is already anticipating the launch of the all-new Mazda CX-5 compact crossover in 2012. ... [more]

Ministry of Justice and Home Office: Save yourself from convictions, check your tyre

(12/10/2011)

Court convictions in England and Wales for driving on defective tyres are at a four year high, according to figures obtained by TyreSafe from the Ministry of Justice and the Home Office. In 2010, 10,475 motorists were successfully convicted – almost 1,000 more than the previous year. The figures highlight the scale of the problem of illegal tyres in the UK, especially as they do not take into account tyre related matters dealt with by the police at the roadside. “These latest figures are ver... [more]

Mercedes-Benz Group UK Ltd: Manchester selected to debut the stunning new Mercedes-Benz Concept A-CLASS

(26/09/2011)

Concept A-CLASS will make its UK public debut in an eye-catching and engaging interactive display at the Arndale Centre on 8-9 October 2011. The dynamic, sporty styling of Concept A-CLASS provides an exciting insight into the potential future of the Mercedes-Benz compact car range. Its distinctive features include wing-shaped headlights and side mirrors, a panoramic roof and aviation-inspired interior design. Visitors to the Arndale Centre will encounter a mirrored box surrounded by inte... [more]

MINI: Two millionth MINI driven off the production line by UK Prime Minister

(01/09/2011)

A MINI is born every 68 seconds. 10 years after the start of production, the two millionth MINI was recently driven off the production line at Plant Oxford by Prime Minister David Cameron. Of the two million, more than 1.5 million MINIs have been exported to customers in more than 90 countries around the world from Australia to Venezuela. Frank-Peter Arndt, BMW AG board member responsible for production, was present to celebrate this latest major milestone for Plant Oxford and the continuing... [more]