New Zealanders won’t see the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class coupe until around the middle of next year. But here it is, the pictures above and to the right of these words taken the other day by a bystander near the factory in Germany. The main picture (above) shows the car with heavy taping hiding the design of the rear side glass; the picture at right shows a front end with its … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz adds length, width to its new C-Class coupe
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Right-hand-drive GLC more dynamic to drive than left-hookers, says Mercedes-Benz
Right-hand-drive versions of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC will be more dynamic to drive than the left-hookers, says the luxury carmaker, only months out from the vehicle’s arrival in New Zealand. The mid-range SUV will land here around November, equipped with the company’s 4MATIC four-wheel-drive system but using a smaller front differential than GLCs built for left-hand-drive … [Read more...] about Right-hand-drive GLC more dynamic to drive than left-hookers, says Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz to test its new ute on NZ Snow Farm’s winter wonderland
Expect Mercedes-Benz to use the Snow Farm testing ground near Wanaka for winter trials of the new light truck it is developing to challenge Down Under commercial segment leaders like the Toyota Hilux and Ford Ranger. The carmaker has confirmed it will test prototypes in Australia and New Zealand before the production model breaks cover around 2018. The pick-up will be the … [Read more...] about Mercedes-Benz to test its new ute on NZ Snow Farm’s winter wonderland
Benz loads up its two new SUVs with choice of seven engines
Mercedes-Benz expects its two new SUVs to land in New Zealand towards the end of the year, but it is not yet clear exactly what models or specification will be available. “We are still finalising what we will take,” said Mercedes-Benz NZ public relations man Matt Bruce. “The GLE is likely to arrive in the third quarter, but the GLC hasn’t officially been shown yet. I expect … [Read more...] about Benz loads up its two new SUVs with choice of seven engines
Seatbelts: 50 years on in NZ they are still saving lives
It’s 50 years since three-point seatbelts were needed to be fitted to the front seats of cars and light vehicles in New Zealand – and 40 years since driver and front passenger were required by law to wear them. Cars registered after January 1, 1965, had to be fitted with front seatbelts, but it wasn't compulsory to wear them until 10 years later. Between times, New … [Read more...] about Seatbelts: 50 years on in NZ they are still saving lives