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Mercedes-AMG entry-level SL 43 features electric exhaust gas turbocharger from Formula 1 for the first time in production vehicle

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Following two variants with V8 engines, Mercedes-AMG is presenting the entry-level SL 43 version of its newly developed roadster icon. The system in the SL 43 is a direct derivative of the development successfully used by the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team for many years in the premier class of motorsport.

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Aston Martin to make petrol cars ‘for as long as allowed’

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Read more Aston Martin has decided to continue manufacturing petrol cars as long as it can after the carmaker delayed the arrival of its first ever electric vehicle. The delay came after Britain last year pushed back its planned ban on the sale of high-polluting petrol and diesel cars from 2030 to 2035.

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UK delays petrol and diesel car ban by five years

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The United Kingdom (UK) has delayed a ban on diesel and petrol cars by five years, officially pushing the initiative back to its original deadline. That means you’ll still be able to buy new petrol and diesel cars and vans until 2035, in line with countries like Germany and France. A relaxation of 2030 would undermine all three.”

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Mercedes-Benz launches GLS facelift with subtle design changes, upgraded MBUX

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By: Mainak Das | Updated on: 08 Jan 2024, 13:25 PM The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS facelift comes with a host of subtle yet noticeable design updates, new features and 48V mild-hybrid technology. The 2024 Mercedes Benz GLS facelift comes with a host of subtle yet noticeable design updates, new features and 48V mild-hybrid technology.

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Mercedes Benz GLS vs BMW X7 vs Audi Q8: Price and specification comparison

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By: HT Auto Desk | Updated on: 09 Jan 2024, 16:06 PM Mercedes-Benz has launched the GLS facelift in India at a price range of ₹ 1.32 crore (ex-showroom), revising its rivalry with competitors like Audi Q8 and BMW X7. --> Mercedes-Benz has launched the GLS facelift in India at a price range of ₹1.32 crore and ₹ 1.37

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Electric vehicle sales surge in UK, petrol engines slump and drop 10%

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While battery-electric vehicle (BEV) sales surged, petrol and diesel engine sales collapsed by 10 and 31.4%, respectively, proving car buyers in the UK are becoming more attracted to sustainable powertrains compared to the gas-powered vehicles that have dominated the automotive industry for over 100 years.

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2024 GLA, the most-affordable Mercedes SUV, launched with updates in India

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By: Paarth Khatri | Updated on: 31 Jan 2024, 14:53 PM The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA will be offered in two trims and with a petrol engine and a diesel engine. The 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLA will be offered in two trims. Mercedes-Benz has just launched the 2024 GLA in the Indian market. The GLA 220d 4MATIC costs ₹ 54.75