Mercedes-Benz is bringing a beefed-up track-ready version of the AMG GT R to the LA Auto Show next week.

Not content to talk pickups, semis, roadsters, and new SUVs, Tesla’s Elon Musk is now floating the idea of partnering with Daimler to investigate electric Sprinter vans.

Four-wheel steering was once a gimmick, a not-quite-ready technology most famously embraced by Japanese sports cars at the beginning of the ’90s before eventually fading from the market. Revived on occasion in the ensuing decades — perhaps most notably by GM’s ‘QuadraSteer’ pickups — it has seen a surge in applications in recent years, especially among luxury brands.

It was a simpler time; without toy cars like this kicking around, chasing one another around the house pointing a finger and making gun noises was still enough to fuel hours of entertainment.

For a small car, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class sure is taking on a lot of responsibility.

“It’s all going to hell in a handbasket.”

That’s pretty much what was going through my head several months ago when Mercedes-AMG announced the E 53.

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A small part of me is disappointed again. For the second time in as many visits to Seattle, Washington, there wasn’t even a hint of rain. Instead, we were greeted by blue skies and warm, sunny weather and perfect driving conditions. I can live with that.

Daimler AG and its Mercedes-Benz division won’t have Dieter Zetsche at the helm for much longer. The mustachioed, jeans-loving chief executive, who’s headed the automaker since 2000, leaves the position in May, the automaker announced Wednesday.

Have you ever thought, “Gee, I wish there was a car that slotted between the Mercedes-AMG CLS 63 and the Mercedes-AMG GT.” Or perhaps, “I wonder how many ways they can re-skin an E-Class platform?”. Possibly you just wanted to know what the folks from Affalterbach would do if they made their own version of Porsche’s Panamera.

Does the new Chevrolet Silverado Trail Boss Z71 not have enough power for you? Or even enough wheels? Hennessey has an answer with their new Goliath 6×6.

The European Union has launched an investigation into Volkswagen, BMW and Daimler amid suspicions the automakers colluded to delay the rollout of clean emissions technology.

Automobiles are much more than just an engine, transmission, interior and tires. They are full of the latest technology and incredible innovations that make vehicles smarter, more efficient and safer.

We applaud every manufacturer’s efforts to improve their vehicles, but some innovations really stand out from the crowd. AutoGuide.com has compiled a list of the 10 of the best innovations from this year that you might find on your next new car. Here are the 10 Best Vehicle and Technology Innovations of 2018, in no particular order.

To the general population, a van is something to be ridiculed, bringing to mind frumpy family haulers designed to serve a single purpose, but to many others, vans are so much more. Sprinter vans aren’t minivans — they can be nearly anything you can imagine.

Mercedes-Benz has a host of battery-electric and electrified cars coming in the near future, but the ultra-luxurious EQS sedan will be the first to ride on a dedicated electric-car architecture.

Mercedes-Benz has shown of the cockpit of its upcoming 2020 EQC crossover – the first vehicle to be sold under its new EQ electric sub-brand.

Mercedes-Benz has set a date for the debut of its first battery-electric car; the EQC electric SUV will debut on September 4. Ahead of the reveal, parent automaker Daimler has teased the electric SUV.

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The North American version of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sedan has been officially introduced.

Sometimes, to help tame the beast you must first sharpen its claws.

Nope, it’s absolutely impossible!

Mercedes-AMG is preparing a new sports car model that will slot below the existing GT.

Jon Olsson is a professional skier who is perhaps best known for his revolving collection of insane cars and the Swedish athlete/YouTuber has recently unveiled his most ridiculous creation yet: a Mercedes G500 4×4² with the roof chopped off.

The 2018 J.D. Power U.S. Initial Quality Study has been released and here are the top performers for each segment.

Mercedes-Benz’s parent company Daimler has filed to reserve the ‘C 53’ nameplate with the World Intellectual Property Organization.

Just last week, the all-new BMW X5 debuted and now the attention turns to the next-gen Mercedes-Benz GLE.

When Mercedes-Benz introduced the CLA, it changed a lot of things for the brand. By offering an affordable compact car, the vehicle expanded the customer base significantly, and the CLA is one of the most popular cars in the small luxury segment.

The German government has ordered Daimler to recall 774,000 diesel vehicles in Europe for “prohibited shutoff devices.”

Will we see a new top 10 run at the 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed?

Mercedes-Benz‘s parent company, Daimler, says the development of its electric vehicles is right on schedule.

The Mercedes-Benz Collection subscription service is now available as a pilot in two cities: Nashville, Tennessee and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Mercedes-Benz has shown a pre-production version of the upcoming GLB at an annual national dealer meeting.

Mercedes-Benz‘s first pickup truck will be showcased in Ubisoft’s upcoming “The Crew 2” video game.

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Over 600,000 diesel Mercedes-Benz C-Class and G-Class vehicles may have been fitted with an illegal cheat device, the German government alleges.

A recent study has revealed the top 10 cars with the highest recall rates from model year 2013 to 2017.

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is set to go on sale in the U.S. this fall.

Mercedes is shoring up its electric car production, earmarking $600 million towards expanding production capacity for a new compact EV to be named.

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The Mercedes-AMG GT family now has a dozen members.

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