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2009 Auto Sales: Mercedes annual US sales fall

Mercedes-Benz USA said Tuesday that its sales rose 8.2 percent in December, posting its highest numbers all year, but sales fell for the full year. Complete Story...

Mercedes pays $6.8M in fuel efficiency fines

The government says Mercedes-Benz of North America Inc. has paid a $6.8 million fine for failing to comply with federal fuel-efficiency requirements.

Mercedes hoping for Schumacher comeback to F1

Mercedes chief executive Nick Fry hopes Michael Schumacher will return to Formula One and drive for the German team next season.

Mercedes-Benz takes over Formula One team Brawn GP

Mercedes-Benz is taking over Formula One champion Brawn GP and plans to end its shareholding in McLaren.

Luxury car market may never look the same

The sharp decline in luxury auto sales in this recession has many observers wondering if there’s a radical reshaping of the market for brands such as Porsche, BMWs and Mercedes-Benz.

Europeans ready to plug into electric vehicles

Industry officials may be quick to talk up the newest in electric transportation. They’ll also admit it’s not going to be easy abandoning the time-tested internal combustion engine.

Sunken treasure stirs international booty battle

If he’s a pirate who’s made off with a half-billion-dollar booty haul, as Spain says he is, Greg Stemm didn’t look the part. Sporting a closely trimmed gray beard and wearing a sport coat with a black shirt and matching slacks, he never once said “Arrrr” or “matey.” He didn’t even have an eye patch or a parrot perched on his tweed-upholstered shoulder.

Mercedes-Benz unveils 2010 E-Class luxury sedan

Mercedes-Benz is upgrading one of its top luxury sedans and giving consumers a glimpse of a planned electric car.

Ogilvy wins the PGA Tour's opener by 6 shots

Paradise is no place to panic, although Geoff Ogilvy had reason Sunday at Kapalua.

Johnson already ahead of schedule for '09

Thanks to an early start on his 2009 goals, Zach Johnson begins his season earlier than expected.

Ala. police nab Mercedes-climbing goat

The goat was arrested, the Mercedes-Benz was assaulted and the dog came along for the ride.

'Sex and the City' Star Fancies Mercedes

Actress Kim Cattrall considers a new SUV from Mercedes-Benz to be a perfect fit for her "Sex and the City" character, Samantha Jones.

Chopra Starts Year With a Win

For a man who has traveled the world, Daniel Chopra had an audience with the King.

Weir Nudges Ahead by 1 at Mercedes-Benz

Mike Weir finally got one last birdie putt to fall, and it was enough to put him in the lead Saturday at the Mercedes-Benz Championship.

Weir Leads Mercedes-Benz Championship

Kapalua might consider changing its logo to a Maple Leaf this week.

PGA Season Gets Under Way With Some Rust

Only winners are invited to Kapalua to start the new season at the Mercedes-Benz Championship, making it perhaps the toughest of all PGA Tour events to join.

A Long Journey for Boo

Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson were among four PGA Tour winners who decided to stay home from the Mercedes-Benz Championship and the start of the 2008 season.

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Michael Schumacher signs up for F1 return with Mercedes
Source: BBC News

Seven time champion Michael Schumacher has signed a three year contract with Mercedes, after a three year retirement.

Teen Crashes Mercedes Into Pool
Source: KTLA-TV, Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES-- A 19 year old drove a Mercedes through a fence and into the bottom of a pool in Valley Village, fire officials said.

Adolf Hitler's Mercedes bought by Russian for £5m
Source: Telegraph

Adolf Hitler's Mercedes has been bought by a Russian oligarch for an estimated five million pounds.

Man convicted in orange rabbit pedicab hit-and-run
Source: Associated Press

PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) -- The Mercedes driver testified he didn't see the 6-foot-tall orange rabbit driving a pedicab because he was fumbling for a dropped cell phone.

What Are the Odds? Woman Wins 4 Cars in 4 Weeks
Source: news10.net

Thunder Valley casino has given away eight cars and trucks in the past two months, and four of them have gone to the same Sacramento woman.

Mercedes-climbing goat, dog picked up by cops
Source: msnbc.com

The goat was arrested, the Mercedes-Benz was assaulted and the dog came along for the ride.

German radicals turn to arson
Source: The Age

THEY occur at a rate of nearly one a night, without warning or fanfare. By the time the police arrive, all that remains are smoking wrecks. Even the identifying badges — Porsche, BMW, Mercedes, VW — are often obliterated by fire.

Kenya officials defy big car ban
Source: BBC News

Kenyan politicians have not complied with a directive to give up their plush cars and limit themselves to a single vehicle, a BBC spot-check has found.

Lewis Hamilton admits he may follow McLaren out of F1
Source: Guardian Unlimited

Lewis Hamilton of the F1 McLaren Mercedes team is quoted in the Guardian saying that since his racing contract is with McLaren he would go with the team if it moved to a breakaway series.

Kidnap tycoon is Euro MP
Source: croatiantimes.com

A jailbird soccer boss facing kidnap charges has won a seat in the EU Parliament after launching his campaign from his prison cell.

Most and Least Ticketed Cars by Cops
Source: autos.yahoo.com

Not sure if your car attracts more cops than a donut shop? Check out the list to see if your ride is getting you unwanted attention.

A letter from a Small Business Owner to his Employees.
Source: Campaign For Liberty Blog

A letter from the owner of a small business to his employees, regarding his hard work and why he's going to fire employees if taxes go up again.

Hummers top the list of cars that draw the most tickets
Source: MSN

A yearlong study identifies the vehicle -- and it's a big one -- whose drivers get ticketed the most. The research suggests that what you drive may indicate how you drive.

Nassau County Man Has Two Cars Stolen From Him
Source: MyFoxNY

MANHASSET, N.Y. (AP) -- Police on Long Island say a man had two cars stolen from him in one night. Detectives say the victim told police that while he was dining at a restaurant in Manhasset someone took the keys from the valet station and stole his Mercedes.

A Car Guy's Plan For Detroit

OK, I'm a just an average enthusiast car guy and I appreciate all kinds of cars, be they domestic or imported.

Welcome To The Island Of Misfit Luxury Imports...
Source: Consumerist

If you're looking for a photograph to illustrate how our economy has changed over the past few months, take a look at this. No, that's not a parking lot in a town where everyone has the same taste.

Greenpeace Fumes at German Carmakers
Source: SPIEGEL ONLINE

Greenpeace is pointing its finger at auto giants like Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen, saying their new cars emit more carbon dioxide than earlier models.

Custom Compact Car Art - 10 Weird Smart Car Graphics
Source:

Maybe it's because the Smart Car just seems like a toy that there is a fascination with custom painting or wrapping the car to customize and personalize it.

All Mercedes and VW clean diesels earn tax credit
Source: autobloggreen.com

purchasers of VW's new clean diesel-powered Jetta for 2009 would be eligible for a tax credit of $1,300, and now more models from Germany get the same treatment from the Internal Revenue Service.

Mercedes-climbing goat, dog picked up by cops
Source: msnbc.com

The goat was arrested, the Mercedes-Benz was assaulted and the dog came along for the ride.

Mercedes-climbing goat, dog picked up by cops
Source: msnbc.com

The goat was arrested, the Mercedes-Benz was assaulted and the dog came along for the ride.

Mercedes-climbing goat, dog picked up by cops
Source: msnbc.com

The goat was arrested, the Mercedes-Benz was assaulted and the dog came along for the ride.

Mercedes-Benz Unveil New F600 Fuel Cell Concept
Source: ecofriend.org

With the growing demand for cleaner technology, car manufacturers are increasingly looking at concepts like fuel cell to make their future cars more eco-friendly. And Mercedes have become the latest automobile giants to step into the game.

Mercedes Plans To Make It's Entire Line Gas/Diesel Free In Seven Years
Source: The Sun Newspaper Online

MERCEDES are aiming to end the need for filling your fuel tank with petrol or diesel within just SEVEN YEARS.

Mercedes to Cut Petroleum Out of Lineup by 2015
Source: ecogeek.org

In less than 7 years, Mercedes-Benz plans to ditch petroleum-powered vehicles from its lineup. Focusing on electric, fuel cell, and biofuels, the company is revving up research in alternative fuel sources and efficiency.

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