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November Auto Sales: Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz USA said Tuesday its sales jumped 19.1 percent last month, in comparison to a year-ago period in which sales industrywide were near record lows.

October Auto Sales: Daimler sales rise

Daimler AG said its U.S. sales last month increased 9.4 percent, led by a jump in Mercedes Benz volumes, as a more stable economic environment fueled increased purchases of the German company's vehicles.

German carmaker Daimler may cut some working hours

Daimler AG said Thursday it is considering cutting working hours at some of its car production plants in Germany as the economic gloom pushes down sales.

Gazans make own fuel amid Israel restrictions

Taxi driver Saif Khadour swears by his recipe to keep his cherry-red Mercedes Benz on the road: four parts cooking oil to one part turpentine.

Malaysian cop allegedly breaks into car, falls asleep

A Malaysian cop was arrested after he allegedly broke into a Mercedes Benz to steal its stereo but then dozed off on its luxurious seat, a news report said Friday.

D.C. Official Accused in $20M Scheme

The courthouse files look like the Christmas list of a high-society fashion maven with a purse fetish: mink coats, jewelry, Faberge eggs, a Mercedes Benz and more than 100 handbags and wallets with designer names like Chanel, Hermes and Louis Vuitton.

Nigeria Experiences Crime Boom

Men carrying AK-47s leap from late-model Mercedes Benz sedans and burst into a Tex-Mex restaurant, training their weapons on tables crowded with foreign workers, greasy fajita pans, Corona beer bottles and ashtrays.

Online Video Created for Mercedes-Benz

DaimlerChrysler AG, the maker of Mercedes-Benz cars, is set to launch Internet-based video channels with the latest on new products and details on the company's history.

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Doctor Runs Over Another Doctor & Kills Him
Source: The Long Beach Press Telegram

A doctor driving a Mercedes Benz fatally struck another doctor running across a street at the entrance of LAX, authorities said today.

You might be seeking Love, but what could prevent you finding it?

This thing we call Love, which is often misunderstood, is most likely to emerge from a common connection between two strangers. It then blossoms out of mutual interest, mutual respect, mutual aims and a close friendship.

Danica Patrick cited for speeding in Scottsdale
Source: The Arizona Republic

Racecar driver Danica Patrick was pulled over for speeding earlier this month in north Scottsdale. The popular Indy car racer was pulled over Dec. 9 in a gold 2007 Mercedes near 14700 N. 100th St. for going 54 mph in a 35 mph zone, police said.

Two New Mercedes-Benz Road Rockets Set to Hit the Streets
Source: www.greatcarstv.com

Body tingling performance wrapped in exquisite styling all backed by cutting-edge engineering describes the new Mercedes-Benz SL 63 AMG and its more powerful companion, the 12-cylinder SL 65 AMG that will be making their way to buyers starting in April.

A New Popemobile Hits the Streets
Source: www.greatcarstv.com

Pope Benedict XVI will present himself to the 40,000 or so pilgrims in St. Peter's Square in his new shining white, open-top Mercedes-Benz G-Class during his public audiences on Wednesdays.

Formula 1 Orders Teams to Go Green
Source: Wired News

In the hypercompetitive world of Formula 1 motor racing, the only thing greater than the level of technology is the money spent developing it, and a lot of that money is about to be invested in green technology that will appear in cars the rest of us drive.

Fiction: Mama, Janis and Me

J.J. drove slowly up the muddy lane and parked in front of her mama's trailer. Mama's wildflowers were everywhere and still in bloom even in early October. Mama had scattered the seeds the first summer they had lived there.

Google & Yahoo Maps Feature to be Available in Mercedes-Benz Cars
Source: Mashable!

Mercedes-Benz has teamed up with Yahoo and Google to offer some new features for its S, CL, and C class models, called Search & Send. The features is set to launch next month, on September 5th.

Nicole Richie serves 82-minute jail sentence
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Nicole Richie was released from jail Thursday after serving 82 minutes of a four-day sentence for driving under the influence of drugs.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class First Impressions
Source: 3ada.com

Mercedes-Benz Canada invited Canadian automotive journalists to test-drive the new C-Class sedans on Quebecs roads and on the new Calabogie track, to discover their temperament.

Supermodel in Plain Sight - 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL
Source: 3ada.com

Its true that you never know what youll find plying Woodward at the Dream Cruise, but even we about walked into a stop sign when we saw this drop-to-your-knees gorgeous 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing.

Brands can last forever
Source: Original Source

What successful companies do to ensure their brands stand the test of time.

Buick and Lexus top reliability survey for J.D. Power
Source: Gearobi.com

Buick and Lexus are at the top of dependability survey conducted by J.D. Power and Associates for 2007. Buick beat out BMW, Mercedes Benz, Honda, Land Rover. I guess you can get foreign dependability in an American brand again. Score one for America.

2008 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster
Source: 3ada.com

Klaus Nesser, CEO of Mercedes' Maybach and SLR divisions stood in front of a room, facing a gaggle of eager journalists waiting to hear the details on Mercedes-Benz's newest and most highly anticipated supercar, the 2008 SLR McLaren Roadster.

Mercedes-Benz P8 - Mercedes Concept Car
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2008 Mercedes Benz P8 is officially a concept, which means that the cost proposal is still under way, hence no guesses for the prices. Convertible is expected for the car with regular coupe.

2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series - Road Tests
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What does a niche-market manufacturer do when the niche it has carved becomes surprisingly full of eager customers? Carve another one, of course, and raise the ante.

Mark of Excellence?: Mercedes-Benz Promo Speaks Volumes

I received a promotional keychain from a local Mercedes-Benz dealer recently in a mass mailing of theirs, and I decided to give it a try. One relatively gentle tug, and viola - the metal clasp that held the wire ring in place popped right off.

Mercedes Benz Southern Comfort merger
Source: www.pitchmy.com

Mercedes Benz merger revealed with Southern Comfort at London's Albert Hall.

Daimler-Chrysler abandons Mercedes plant project
Source: Pakistan Uncut

Daimler-Chrysler and its UAE-based Coastal Group has walked out of Pakistan with their $1.1 billion Mercedes Benz manufacturing plant project as the government's last ditch efforts to save the investment plan have failed.

Apple To Power Mercedes
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According to a report Mercedes and Apple have signed a deal. Apple will design Mercedes' in-car computers the system is set for inclusion in their vehicles in 2009.

Smart Car Set to Come to US But Leaves 71 MPG Diesel Version Behind
Source: www.greatcarstv.com

The smart fortwo (that's how the company spells the name) is being billed as a "small car with a big urban solution" as it's taken across the United States this summer on a 50-city road show designed to build buyer interest while the company gears up to get the cars into  …

The Carlsson CK35 for the new C-Class
Source: varnavto.com

With the new C Class, Mercedes Benz continues the successful story of this compact executive car. Nevertheless, Carlsson has already devoted considerable attention to the saloon resulting in a new automotive dimension in both visual and dynamic terms.

2007 Mercedes Benz CL-class (CL500, CL600) Review
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Mercedes-Benz has officially revealed the new Mercedes Benz CL-class luxury coupe.

2008 Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman
Source: Varnavto

Mercedes-Benz engineers are currently developing a new, prestigious luxury limousine with integrated highest protection for governments, businesses, monarchs and heads of state.

The 7 point plan for Second Life marketing
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So, first let's recap. Deploying a Second Life marketing strategy means consideration of several factors prior to actually diving in - just like any other marketing activity.

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