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2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG

German car fans were expecting to see the updated C63 AMG this March, at the Geneva Motor Show, but photos leaked this week of the new sedan and wagon, providing a peek at what lays ahead for the upcoming C series rocket. The main exterior changes are to the fascia; the C63 AMG gets SL series-inspired headlamps, with Audi-esque LED light-piping. LEDs also make their way to the tail lamps, and the team also re-designed the 18-inch wheels, with red brake calipers grabbing the 14.2-inch front discs. Under the hood, the biggest difference is that top speed will no longer be limited to 155 mph; the 2012 C63 AMG, with the performance Development Package, will top out at 174 mph. AMG has developed a new 5.5-liter biturbo mill, but the C63 keeps 6.2-liter V8, so output remains at 451 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque. Some early reaction is mixed about the new fascia design, but all told, the new C63 is yet another gift to MB fans. Check out the gallery after the jump, of both the sedan and the wagon.

[Source: freshnessmag.com]

Sport Car Racing in 2030 Project by Marco Sweston Touch Effect Motorsports Mercedes-Benz W25 inpired car

Sport Car Racing in 2030 Project by Marco Sweston Touch Effect Motorsports Mercedes-Benz W25 inpired car

Technology and design, nowadays are moving ahead at high speeds, thus the designers and engineers have to keep up with the alert rhythm. One such project that seems to define the tempo itself is the Touch Effect by Marco Sweston of the Munich University of Applied Sciences. The whole car was penciled as a continuation of the Mercedes-Benz Silver Arrows W25.

With the digital age in full swing, we no longer have to leave our homes to find new experiences. As powerful as alternative reality may be, by 2030 designer Marco Sweston expects to see a major shift in people’s attitudes, & imagines that many will not only abandon their controllers, but will seek even more extreme thrills than before the digital revolution. The Touch Effect racing event and vehicle is a result of this concept that puts the digitally stimulated user back in the driver’s seat.

Sport Car Racing in 2030 Project by Marco Sweston Touch Effect Motorsports Mercedes-Benz W25 inpired car, the progressive movement of digitalization of life has resulted in people who no longer have to leave their houses to experience something. They will spend their spare time alone at home and social contacts will only take place via online networks. The use of public transport and the simulation of all actions will raise a longing to sit behind a real steering wheel again. They want to really join the race, rather than simulating the trip digitally only on the screen.

The basic concept of the Touch Effect makes use of these developments. Based on the rental of racing cars for private persons on specially designed tracks the vehicle is used similarly to today's karting as a group activity, pushing them to their limits. The vehicle displays a continuation of the legendary Silver Arrows like the W25, carrying the tradition and the myth of these vehicles into 2030.

What will we all do for fun in the future when we’re bored with all the digital thrills we have sought indoors? Designer Marco Sweston has the answer: a track racer built from synthetic bone, muscle, and skin that runs in a pack on a custom-designed race course. The Touch Effect concept uses a carbon fiber frame reminiscent of a skeleton, which is surrounded by synthetic muscles that control the suspension, steering, and insulation of the vehicle. Topping it all off is an acrylic glass skin that is transparent to show off the muscles doing their thing underneath. The steering mechanism is an extension of the muscles, which functions like reins.

Designed as a continuation of the Silver Arrows like W25, the project has been to a large extent inspired by this model of Mercedes Benz. The vehicle thereby designed for this sport car has a light weight main body with a stiff carbon frame that imparts it ruggedness and an overall stability. The other core muscles for the motor-sport vehicle have been made from flexible synthetic that can be deformed using voltage difference.

Sport Car Racing in 2030 Project by Marco Sweston Touch Effect Motorsports Mercedes-Benz W25 inpired car

These have been covered partially using acrylic glass surfaces on the exterior thereby giving a visual feel of a merger of all parts into one volume. However, the hull has been kept a bit unveiled so as to convey the impression of being light-weight. In addition to the designing part, the vehicle has facilities for automatic ground clearance adjustment as well as a four-wheel steering.

The exterior acrylic glass surfaces partially surround the muscles. They represent the skin of the concept which merges all parts into one volume and make them visible underneath, showing off their function. All elements combined allow a directed and controlled motion. The two skin surfaces surround the driver like a brace to emphasize the seating position. The transparent hull is unveiled at areas which do not necessarily need a covering. This reduction and the see-trough appearance reflect the idea of lightweight car construction.

Eventually, the muscles flow into the interior and form a part of the steering. The vehicle is controlled by pulling the muscles - similar to the idea of reins on a horse. The muscles accentuate the shape of the frame and run into the wheels to accentuate their function.

Accelerate Mass Production of Hydrogen Mercedes B-Class in 2014

In a discussion with the media in New York, Tuesday, Daimler CEO Dr. Dieter Zetsche said his company plans in the future. One is to mass-produce hydrogen cars or fuel cells.

"Technically, the product is ready for market. We have proven endurance test hydrogen car with three B-Class F-Cell traveling the world without any problems. The obstacles, infrastructure. We did a test to prove the technology of our products are ready. It takes partners who are concerned with infrastructure. at first we planned to produce it en masse in 2015. However, after accelerated testing, "he explained, as quoted insidelane.

Zetsche added that mass production of fuel cell cars Mercedes-Benz's first-take basis B-Class will be launched in 2014. For the price, Zetsche has not been mentioned. Only, it is said that the target price will compete with a diesel hybrid.

Price of diesel hybrid cars, according to observers, is not cheap! Further, to completely fill the fuel, the car can travel a distance of 400 km.

B-Class hydrogen has been tested around the world with a mileage of 30,000 km, starting from Stuttgart on January 30, 2011 and ends on 30 May in the same city, or traveling for 125 days.

Through which countries are Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, the United States, Canada, Australia, China, Kazakhstan, Russia, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and returned to Germany.

Limited Toys 125 Years of Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz introduced the newest collection, not cars or motor vehicles, but collectible items ranging from diecast and apparel products such as shirts and hats special edition 125 years. As the name implies, these products are created in the company to commemorate 125 years of automotive industry across the world.

1:43 scale miniature is made with a detailed design example of the cars Mercedes-Benz from the old model in the world of Benz Patent Motor Car which was created 1886. There's also the production of the Mercedes Simplex, 1902, 500K Special Roadster (1936), 300 SL Gullwing Coupe (1955), S-Class (1972) and CLS.

All merchandise is available in limited editions and a total of 1250 units to be marketed in the world with special packaging. Includes booklet whose contents and history of each mode of iron plaque is written the serial number. The price offered 49.90 euros, or Rp623.000 per car.

Besides diecast, Mercedes-Benz has also created a collection of polo shirts, hats, key chains, umbrellas and bags specially designed to combine black, white and silver. This color is in accordance with 125th anniversary logo! Years of Innovation "which was again warned companies this year.