Automakers protect their secrets with a state department’s zeal. It’s not uncommon for us to sign embargo contracts, turn in our cameras, and have our cellphones sealed with opaque tape before being permitted to attend an advance product reveal. While I can tell you what it was like to sit inside – the sight, the feel, and even the smell – I ha

Alsace, France - As a replacement for the GLK mid-size SUV, the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC has some big shoes to fill. That’s if you equate hoof size with sales success. Worldwide, Mercedes has moved over 650,000 GLKs since 2008, and it is the automaker’s best-selling SUV. In Canada, the GLK is Mercedes second most popular model (the majority being die

For the 2016 model year, the least expensive Mercedes-Benz SLK sports car has been renamed the SLK 300 thanks to a new turbocharged 2.0L four-cylinder engine and a new standard nine-speed automatic transmission which replaces the 1.8L turbo and standard six-speed manual or optional seven-speed automatic transmission of the outgoing SLK 250. As

CATALONIA, Spain – Nestled among the Pyrenean mountains in the north-east corner of Spain, Catalonia is a vibrant hub rich in artistic and political history dating back to the 11th century. Although it fell under Spain’s rule when absorbed by the Kingdom of Aragon in the 15th century, Catalan is a proud and distinct society that has spent the last

Some cars, as great as they are, just beg the question as to why they even exist. Whether running on pure gas or hybrid, the S-Class is a vehicle worth every bit of its myth, and as far as I’m concerned, it can do no wrong. The Mercedes-Benz S-Class is a no-brainer. For decades now, the S-Class has been the go-to luxury sedan to serve as th

Several years ago, Mercedes-Benz ran an advertising campaign asking a target segment of the population a simple question. “Isn’t it about time,” Mercedes asked, that they considered parking one of the company’s luxurious, exclusive status symbols in their driveway? If I remember correctly, at that time it still cost a major chunk to buy a Benz, b

If the lease on your Mercedes-Benz C350 4Matic sedan is coming due soon and you’re considering stepping into the all-new C400 4Matic sedan, here’s what you can expect: gutsier acceleration, improved fuel economy, superior handling, upgraded interior quality, a roomier cabin, a fancier infotainment system, more safety features, and a new exterior de

Turin, Italy – For model year 2016, the angular and distinctive Mercedes-Benz GLK was replaced by the rounder, smoother and more corporately styled GLC 300 SUV. Next up in the GLC line is the is the 2017 GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe, a sportier and more “performance-oriented” version designed to suit “modern individualists with an expressive lifestyle,”

The first step into the world of Mercedes-Benz is the C-Class sedan. Yes, there is the CLA-Class , but I’m talking about the real world of M-B. The CLA 250 compact sedan does indeed have a huge three-pointed star within its grill, but its flinty ride and questionable cabin quality exclude it from delivering the bona fide goods. It feels a tad to

In the realm of full-size luxury SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has always stood apart. Introduced for 2002 and with the second generation debuting for the 2013 model year, the GL – which has been given a mid-cycle refresh and renamed GLS for 2017 – is the sole German entry in the segment. Audi's Q7 is probably the nearest European rival, but i

STOCKHOLM, Sweden – The electric car has ridden quite the wave. It was a pricey luxury item when it debuted around the turn of the 20th century, and later trickled down to mainstream makers. But now several premium manufacturers are getting in on the action, the latest being Mercedes-Benz and its new EQC. Intended to be right there, ahead of th

Mercedes-Benz is adding four new models to its lineup this summer – well, kind of. Replacing the GLK and ML , the GLC and GLE plus “coupe” variants of each are poised to take the fight to Audi and BMW in this hotly contested luxury SUV market. The drivetrain options are numerous, but the big news is an upcoming plug-in hybrid version of th

The fourth-generation 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class has been revealed to the world for the first time in Geneva, and Canadians can pay attention with anticipation since it’s been announced that it’s finally going to make its way across the Atlantic when it comes to market this fall. A masterclass in compact car proportions. First Look Unli

Day 1 The Mercedes-Benz B 250, or simply the Mercedes-Benz B-Class , is a vehicle that I had never driven until now. Frankly, I have always tried to understand the appeal of this entry-level Benz, so maybe a week behind the wheel of a B 250 will finally allow me to solve the mystery of where the B-Class fits in the automotive landscape. What i

After the reveal of the hatchback earlier this year, Mercedes-Benz has now revealed the sedan version of the A-Class. The brand's smallest sedan will be joining the hatchback in Canada, loaded with big car tech. The A-Class debuts an entirely new infotainment system for Mercedes-Benz. The automaker says that the new MBUX system can be not just cu