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January 16, 2018

Lots of extra whizz for new G

January 16, 2018/ Richard Bosselman
Lots of extra whizz for new G

Doppelganger looks but bigger now and packing better smarts - that’s the new G-Class, properly unveiled today.

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January 16, 2018/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
G-Class, G63, Detroit Motor Show
December 15, 2017

Benz boss eyes more growth after third year on top

December 15, 2017/ Richard Bosselman
Benz boss eyes more growth after third year on top

Mercedes has claimed the NZ luxury sector for the third successive year – and it’s looking to 2018 being just as good.

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December 15, 2017/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
November 11, 2017

Workhorse X-Class prices disclosed

November 11, 2017/ Richard Bosselman
Workhorse X-Class prices disclosed

How much will you pay for a ‘premium’ pickup? Mercedes is starting to answer that question.

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November 11, 2017/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
X-Class
October 14, 2017

Grunt and Green plays for S-Class

October 14, 2017/ Richard Bosselman
Grunt and Green plays for S-Class

Thrift a well as thrust remain possible with the updated S-Class – a diesel is the cheapest choice and a plug-in hybrid is coming.

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October 14, 2017/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
S-Class
August 02, 2017

NZ set to get hands on hands-free prep programme?

August 02, 2017/ Richard Bosselman
NZ set to get hands on hands-free prep programme?

Are we ready for a big Mercedes that, through using one of the most advanced cruise control setups yet, can use sat nav data to brake for approaching corners, while the driver sits idle? The answer might well depend on the outcome of a testing programme.

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August 02, 2017/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
July 20, 2017

X-Class here in early 2018

July 20, 2017/ Richard Bosselman
X-Class here in early 2018

No prices yet, but Benz confirms it's high-falutin' ute will be here in force.

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July 20, 2017/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
X-Class
November 10, 2016

Benz bullish about maintaining luxury throne

November 10, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
Benz bullish about maintaining luxury throne

The brand that now dominates the luxury sector figures it has every reason for thinking it can retain No.1 through 2017.

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November 10, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
October 27, 2016

X marks premium pickup spot

October 27, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
X marks premium pickup spot

How easy will it be for the X-Class – that’s the new Mercedes ute – to hit the sweet spot of the one-tonne traydeck market? We asked the sector leaders.

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October 27, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
X-Class
August 12, 2016

GLC Coupe: Three soon, phwoar to come

August 12, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
GLC Coupe: Three soon, phwoar to come

More power and even more styling panache is coming to a Mercedes that has wasted no time dominating its sector.

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August 12, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
GLC
July 28, 2016

GLE does not compute for E-Class smarts

July 28, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
GLE does not compute for E-Class smarts

The sports utility sister ship to the E-Class sedan is unlikely to update to the new sedan’s clever driver assists.

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July 28, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
E-Class
July 27, 2016

‘All Terrain’ E-Class wagon a NZ possibility

July 27, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
‘All Terrain’ E-Class wagon a NZ possibility

An elevated E-Class wagon set to rival the Audi A6 Allroad is being considered for NZ introduction.

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July 27, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
E-Class
July 21, 2016

Benz plugs into emergent EV interest

July 21, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
Benz plugs into emergent EV interest

The world’s oldest car brand, which takes pride in being a technology leader, has finally caught up with its rivals in offering electric-assist cars.

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July 21, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
C-Class, S-Class, GLE
June 09, 2016

NZ off the wagon with E-Class?

June 09, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
NZ off the wagon with E-Class?

Now that it has fully engaged it sports utility programme, is there room in Mercedes’ local lineup for the brand’s largest station wagon? It seems not.

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June 09, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
E-Class
June 03, 2016

Entry fee to E-dom a matter of ups and downs

June 03, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
Entry fee to E-dom a matter of ups and downs

The latest styling, engines, technologies and features – the new E-Class arriving next month has it all – and not always for any increase in price.

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June 03, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
E-Class
March 30, 2016

AMG action stations for GLC Coupe

March 30, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
AMG action stations for GLC Coupe

The GLC Coupe is set to take Mercedes in more than just a fresh SUV styling direction – it’s also apparently set to provide the basis for a very hot performance special.

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March 30, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
GLC
March 22, 2016

Benz NZ powers up PHEV push

March 22, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
Benz NZ powers up PHEV push

Previous reluctance to introduce plug-in hybrid Mercedes cars has been reversed – and we’re going to start with everything currently available.

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March 22, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
March 22, 2016

McCaw now mates with Merc

March 22, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
McCaw now mates with Merc

A star car for a star of sport - Richie McCaw is now a Mercedes' man

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March 22, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
March 21, 2016

C-Class Coupe: Entry edition ticked as biggest mover

March 21, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
C-Class Coupe: Entry edition ticked as biggest mover

Should it surprise that most customers for the new C-Class coupe will settle for the version that provides all the style but not the most sizzle?

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March 21, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
C-Class
January 25, 2016

Smartest E-Class trick a turn off for NZ?

January 25, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
Smartest E-Class trick a turn off for NZ?

The next E-Class can drive, and even lane-cross, without a human hand on the wheel … but it’s unlikely to be allowed to put itself to bed at night here.

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January 25, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
E-Class
January 20, 2016

Benz NZ boss: No slowing down in 2016

January 20, 2016/ Richard Bosselman
Benz NZ boss: No slowing down in 2016

Last year was the best one ever – and 2016 looks like being brilliant for Mercedes Benz, too.

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January 20, 2016/ Richard Bosselman/
Mercedes Benz
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