Motor Werks Mercedes-Benz of Barrington

Though German auto manufacturer Mercedes-Benz only began constructing what we think of today as SUVs since the 1990s, in that short period of time, the brand has risen to the top with its SUV sales.  In 201, Mercedes-Benz SUV sales rocketed 24 percent versus 2012 numbers. The Mercedes-Benz G-Class, in particular, has been doing very well for itself for quite some time now. The fresh-faced Mercedes-Benz ML class also aided the brand on its rise to the top, but the Mercedes-R Class really lead the lineup this year, with sales increases of fifty percent.

Yes, this is the billion dollar question. Why is there legislation waiting in the wings to be voted on, that could cost U.S. taxpayers this much money? Well, fuel-efficiency.

Representative Dan Lungren, a Republican, of California's 3rd Congressional District has proposed a bill that would award the first U.S. domestic car manufacturer that makes 60,000 mid-sized sedans that run completely on gas and get at least a whopping 100 miles to the gallon.

As the legislation reads, hybrids and plug-ins are invalid for the cash prize. Personally, I think this is a great opportunity for car manufacturers, the government, and the U.S.'s occupants in general. The ROI on this billion dollar investment could be incredible. Advancements of this kind of nature could propel U.S. automakers back to the top of the world car market. This could put our people back to work creating innovative products.

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Fashion-hungry enthusiasts find annual Fashion Week events to be like all of the rest of our traditional holidays rolled into one; there's nothing better for chic devotees than a mash-up of sequins, stick-thin models, and high-styled runways. This year, Mercedes-Benz will again be the head sponsor for the annual Fall Fashion Week at the LINCOLN Center in NYC. In connection with this sponsorship, the German luxury auto manufacturer will air special advertisements and also reach out to communities around New York City through support and educational initiatives. The show will feature both well-loved fashion names and new, trendy designers.

Mercedes-Benz and Ducati have shared a fruitful partnership over the past year, and to celebrate their anniversary, the luxury motorcycle group and the luxury automaker have teamed up to show off the most power Mercedes-Benz ever- the SLK 55 AMG model- in tandem with Ducati's lightweight Streetfighter 848.

The Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class SUV may be the tiniest vehicle in the company's SUV lineup, but it has a ton of personality. Despite the fact that it's only been available here at Motor Werks Mercedes-Benz and other dealers around the country since 2008, we've gotten quite attached to the luxury compact. We were surprised to hear that Mercedes-Benz would be redesigning the 2012 GLK-Class.This dedication to continuing excellence and innovation is what makes Tri-Pointed Star so successful, isn't it? The company refuses to sit by idly, even as its models garner praise, because its people know that to keep consumers interested requires constant change.

Environmentally-friendly actions seem to be spotlighted by every major automobile company today, but can any of those other franchises claim what Mercedes-Benz can? The answer is no; Mercedes-Benz is the only automaker with more than a century of research in green technology. They built the world's first and constantly cleaner diesel engine. They had the first green luxury dealership in the world to be U.S. Green Building Council-certified... They launched the ML450 HYBRID, SUB S400 HYBRID Sedan, and a zero-emission fuel cell vehicle. And that's just the beginning of their work!

Good things come to those who wait. We've all heard that saying about patience; it inspires us to be hopeful about the future based on the good work we do in the present. Cafeteria worker Maurice Matthews had no idea that he would be given a luxurious gift for all of his hard work at the Pittsburg Steelers' team complex from the franchise's former secondary coach, Ray Horton. On Ray's final day at the complex (before taking over as defensive coordinator for the Arizona Cardinals) he sold his 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500 to Matthews, who had always taken such good care of him at the complex.

Currently, the Mercedes-Benz lineup includes the C-, E-, S-, CL- and CLS- Classes (among many others); fashion wear; eyewear; watches. Clearly, Mercedes-Benzs' savvy sensibilities and deft skills extend far beyond the realm of high-horsepower engines and exquisite appointments. And they're not limiting themselves, as their plan to unveil a new men's fragrance early in 2012 indicates.

Don't worry, the fragrance doesn't reflect Mercedes-Benzs' love of the new car smell. Though, it…

This past July, Mercedes-Benz raised the curtain on their fourth Black Series model - the C63 AMG Black Series Coupe. Over the last three months, we at Motor Werks Mercedes-Benz of Barrington have been wondering: When will they trick out the C63 AMG sedan with the same fixings?

Though we don't have a definitive answer from Mercedes-Benz, recent spy shots nabbed in Germany indicate that we will likely see a C63 AMG Black Series Sedan…

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