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Three Common Mercedes Faults You Can Fix Yourself

Muamer Hodzic July 21, 2014

Auto repairs can be expensive, especially on luxury brands like the Mercedes. When you take your car to a mechanic you’re not only paying for the parts but you’re also paying for the labour and any expenses the mechanic charges in order to make a profit for their business. In order to save money and get back on the road, try looking into some do-it-yourself fixes for common Mercedes problems. Common Mercedes problems that are reported by drivers are: Rear suspension rattling Electrical system malfunctions Rattling in the engine Engine cooling problems Ignition switch failures While some of these can be fixed at home with purchased parts, if you’re concerned… Continue Reading »

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A-Class and B-Class Changing the Face of Mercedes

Muamer Hodzic July 2, 2014

Mercedes has long been known as a luxury brand, and that goes right back to its origins. After all, in the early 20th century, owning a car was certainly a luxury in itself, let alone owning a Mercedes-Benz. Merc have always maintained this image, and the flagship models today still hark back to those days of luxury, and the three-pointed star is still a mark of quality, with a touch of opulence thrown in. However, despite the fact that four door saloon cars make up the overwhelming bulk of the Mercedes range, two vehicles – the A and B class – have been doing their utmost to change this… Continue Reading »

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Vito Traveliner vs Vito Sport X: A Battle of Speed, Storage and Style

Muamer Hodzic July 2, 2014

If you’re in the business of transporting heavy materials or large groups of people, you might want to take a look at the Mercedes-Benz Vito Traveliner. Capable of carrying nine occupants without causing a single complaint about legroom, the Traveliner nevertheless sacrifices very little in the way of power and speed. The roof rack is optional, and supports up to 150kg of extra weight. Don’t need nine passengers? Just alter the seating configuration and the Traveliner adds even more cargo space. As with all Mercedes-Benz vehicles, utilitarian features don’t come at the expense of luxury, and the Traveliner is unrivalled in the van world for sheer comfort. A new suspension… Continue Reading »

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Can Vehicle Tracking Increase Productivity?

Muamer Hodzic June 27, 2014

If you are interested in vehicle tracking systems from Networkfleet.com or a similar site, one thing that you may be curious about is whether or not the tracking systems are going to make your company more productive. After all, productivity is a huge key to success in any industry, and it can be especially useful when shipping items to customers or clients, seeing as how greater productivity and faster shipping times will really make them happy with your services. You will be glad to know that there are a few ways in which your productivity levels can go up because of a system like this in your Mercedes-Benz vehicle. First… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes is Immortalised in Fiction

Muamer Hodzic June 14, 2014

The Mercedes name is famous around the world, which is why numerous films feature models that are driven by both the good guys and the bad. However, Mercedes is now being immortalised in fiction as Stephen King has published a new novel with the title ‘Mr Mercedes’. As per usual, the plot of King’s new work is extremely dark, as it focusses on a cop that comes out of retirement in order to catch a killer. Without giving too much of the plot away, the story does feature a Mercedes, however it’s owned by said killer who uses it to carry out his evil plans. Even though the… Continue Reading »

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Would You Buy A Mercedes-Benz Online?

Muamer Hodzic June 3, 2014

Mercedes-Benz has launched an online car store as part of a pilot project aimed at conducting a significant proportion of future car sales online. Customers can choose from more than 70 pre-configured Mercedes-Benz models in the online direct sales test, including variants of the C-Class, the new CLA and CLS Shooting Brake. Ownership options include lease, insurance and full maintenance. Mercedes-Benz’s first online sales will be facilitated by its dealership in Hamburg. Andrea Finkbeiner-Mueller, who heads up dealer development and customer satisfaction for Mercedes-Benz, said: “This is a new field. We’re following our vision.” Ms Finkbeiner-Mueller added the move online presented an opportunity to target customers who have never before… Continue Reading »

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A Buyers Guide to Mercedes-Benz Body Repairs

Muamer Hodzic May 28, 2014

As a customer when it comes to needing body repairs for your Mercedes it can often be difficult to find a good deal as well as a good quality service. For a job that needs a quick repair it is often left longer and longer because it isn’t an urgent issue but often the problem can get worse if it isn’t dealt with properly. A small dent in the bodywork could lead to rust and decay of the metal work or a small chip in the windscreen could result in a smashed windscreen. So ensuring that you get the tiny issues sorted first is important so it doesn’t grow into… Continue Reading »

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