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The 2021 Mercedes AMG GLA45 4MATIC+ is a sports car disguised as an SUV. This is why I want to tell you upfront not to be deceived by its typical SUV appearance that many people only use to take their children to school. I stress the school part because this sports SUV is not very smooth in city driving.

We test the 2021 Mercedes-Benz E 450 4MATIC Coupe and find out why this particular model is so happily unusual in today’s market.

The first generation of this well-heeled family SUV (the Mercedes GLS) saw the light of day in 2007. The only German vehicle to offer 7 seats, the GLS was recently joined by BMW, which launched the X7. Mercedes has decided to make an update and have a 3rd generation model in 2020. In this review of the 2021 GLS 80 4MATIC I will tell you what has change and what makes it stand out.

The new 2021 Mercedes Benz GLE 450 SUV is 2 centimeters longer than its Coupé variant in terms of wheelbase and 6 centimeters longer, which gives it a nice handling. This, coupled with its smooth roofline, more dynamic profile and larger wheels, gives it a very dynamic and sporty stance.

The shift toward electric cars seems to be far quicker than any of us could imagine. While some may say that the number of sold EVs is still unconvincing compared with the number of sold ICE-powered cars (apparently, only 1 in 250 vehicles on the road is electric), one must say that the investments into the EV tech only grow.

That Mercedes is a brand whose cars have a high price is nothing new, whether they are expensive or not in relation to what they offer is another matter. However, what's interesting is that the company's best-selling model GLC, a mid-size SUV with a $71,000 price, is well ahead of other range colleagues, such as the GLB or the CLA. Here we are taking a look at the GLC43 SUV and what it offers.

In 1997, Toyota introduced the first commercially produced hybrid vehicle, the Prius, starting the electrification movement. Toyota has made an impactful statement by introducing a 3-cylinder hydrogen powered internal combustion engine (ICE) to run a race-spec Corolla. While the sound is reminiscent of a gas-guzzler, it is a much ‘greener’ vehicle from an emissions standpoint. Their President, Aiko Toyoda has made it clear that the future he sees isn’t All electric.

Does your backup camera get buggy sometimes? A recent Consumer Reports announcement alerts consumers that a recall of over 342,000 Mercedes Benz vehicles is in effect due to problems with this make and models' car backup camera systems.

The E-Class is the most popular Mercedes-Benz model ever. The current tenth generation E-Class recently underwent a major update. I tested the 2021 Mercedes E450 4MATIC sedan for seven days and was enthusiastic - apart from a few difficulties in operation.

Lithium finds itself at the heart of most of our technology today. It’s used in rechargeable batteries the world over and has largely been mined using environmentally costly methods. Some Auto manufacturers, like Mercedes and Volkswagen, have begun to invest heavily in means of recycling or producing lithium.

Normally, the rapid revival of the automotive economy is a cause for smiles as the last year has been anything but easy for carmakers, dealers, and anyone involved with vehicles.

While auto enthusiasts are watching if the German car industry will soon beat EV leader Tesla, The New York Times journalist Jack Ewing thinks German engineering has accepted the challenge and is now striking back.

Mercedes-Benz has long been the vehicle of choice for despots, discreet celebrities, and billionaires wanting to travel wrapped in armored sedans. Now they can bring the whole family along in an armored Viano minivan.

Germany's largest industrial union IG Metall is unhappy about Tesla hiring away Mercedes' plant manager. The union even went so far as to call it treason.

The Mercedes-Benz E350 is the definition of an executive sedan. Here’s what buyers can expect.

It’s tree sap season. Here is how to get the sticky stuff off your car using products you already have at home without hurting the finish.

The New England Motor Press Association keeps a tradition alive in challenging times.

Mercedes-Benz solves one of the most annoying driver-assist hassles.

Would you rather have a fully loaded car from a non luxury brand or a base model luxury car. If your choice is a best model from a luxury brand, than look at the 2020 Mercedes CLA 250 4Matic. The 2020 CLA 250 is probably the best affordable entry level Mercedes.

Mercedes-Benz continues to renew its range and now it is the turn of the sports variant of the GLC, the Mercedes-AMG GLC 63 4Matic. This sporty SUV design has changed slightly, but the 2020 model has added more equipment, upgrade affects both the traditional version AMG GLC 63 S Coupe.

Looking for a winter snow tire that will be a good match to a sports sedan? Look no further than the Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3.

Some people either like or don't like coupe cars, but the 2020 Mercedes GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe has a successful combination of style, sportiness and functionality. Let's take a look at the 2020 GLC 300 4MATIC Coupe.

Take a tour with me around the 2019 LA Auto Show while I point out some of the electric vehicle highlights and standouts.