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2025 Mercedes-AMG CLE53 Cabriolet Maintains Brand’s Commitment to Convertibles

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Mercedes is launching a convertible version of the Mercedes-AMG CLE53, showcasing the manufacturer’s commitment to convertible models. Still, the only companies that seem to have retained any real focus on convertibles are the European luxury brands — with Mercedes-Benz and BMW arguably leading on that front.

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Geländewagen, Electrified: Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology

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Electrification has crept like a static-filled blanket over the Mercedes shop floor, consuming just about every major model in a wide variety of segments in which the German automaker is present – although it must be said that, for now, there are plenty of gassers from which to select. A sprint from 0–60 mph is said to take 4.7

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Ghibli Trofeo

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Maserati says the top speed is a stunning 203 mph, which we believe, but did not attempt, making it the fastest vehicle in its class. The Ghibli Trofeo, with its muscular design, looks nothing like its closest competitors—the BMW M-series, Mercedes-Benz’ AMG line or Cadillac’s Blackwing models.

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Road Test: 2022 Maserati Levante Trofeo

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Maserati says the top speed is 187 mph, making this luxury SUV a fast grocery-getter. The Maserati Levante Trofeo is unique, even in Southern California, where every luxury car sold runs free on the highways and can be found in the most exclusive neighborhoods. Five-Seat Speedster. A smooth design.

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Car News: 2024 Consumer Electronics Show

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Mercedes-Benz, Audible and Amazon Music will soon be able to use Dolby Atmos to immerse themselves in audio storytelling in addition to music. The all-electric CLA looks ready to drive Mercedes-Benz: CLA Class Concept The Concept CLA Class is the newest hypermiler EV, with a predicted single-charge range of more than 466 miles.

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Using the PHEV (Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle) to Transition Society Seamlessly and Profitably From Fossil Fuel to 100% Renewable Energy

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has constructed prototype PHEV trucks for electric utility companies which can deliver energy to power an entire neighborhood during maintenance or repair when there is a power outage [ 4 ]. In addition, the grid could ask for energy back from the batteries of a PHEV if the house or neighborhood need is at a high level for a short time.

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