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Can Mercedes-Benz Catch Up Against Tesla in the EV Competition?

Giancarlo Perlas June 8, 2022

Tesla has been the front runner in electric vehicles for a few years now. However, Mercedes-Benz is quickly catching up in the EV competition with its new line of EQ models. The EQS, EQC, EQB, and EQE are all impressive offerings that could give Tesla a run for its money. So, which one is better? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of each to see who comes out on top. When it comes to range, the EQS has a slight edge over the Tesla Model S. Both cars have a range of around 400 miles, but the EQS can get up to 435 miles on a single… Continue Reading »

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Which Mercedes-Benz Models Had the Most Horsepower?

Giancarlo Perlas May 16, 2022

If we talk about fast cars, burning tires, and hundreds of horsepower in a car, Mercedes-AMG cars fit the perfect description. On top of that, AMG engines produce the most brutal and beautiful sound that rings a symphony in every car lover’s head. The birth of AMG engines dates back to 1967 when two Mercedes engineers, Hans Werner Aufrecht, and Erhard Melcher got together to design a car engine that develops hundreds of horsepower. Since then, AMG cars have become iconic when it comes to choosing a high-speed Mercedes-Benz car. By 1999, Mercedes owned 50% of the shares of AMG and renamed the company “Mercedes-AMG”. The iconic AMG engine put… Continue Reading »

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Should You Wait for the New Mercedes-Benz EQXX or the New Tesla Model S

Giancarlo Perlas April 27, 2022

The Mercedes-Benz EQXX is expected to be the most important electric vehicle of the three-pointed star brand. The new car looks to challenge the dominance of Tesla in the EV segment of the market. However, is it worth waiting for, or should customers just settle with the new Model S? When the EQXX was showcased at the CES 2022, it came with the bragging rights of having the most mileage on a single charge. The German EV is capable of reaching up to 648 miles before running out of juice. Meanwhile, Tesla only has 402 miles per charge in its Model S Long Range Plus, and that’s not even close… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series Vs Mustang Shelby GT500 in a Drag Race

Giancarlo Perlas February 5, 2022

What happens if you pit the much-beloved Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Black Series against the almighty Mustang Shelby GT500? Recently, the two V8s were pitted together to find out how the German high-performance car will fare against its American rival. Tale of the Tape Before getting into the race, here’s a comparison of the key specs of the two: The SLS AMG is no longer in production but it remains one of the coveted products of the three-pointed star marque to date because of its awesome gullwing design and powerful engine that goes with it. Beneath its hood lies a 6.2-liter naturally-aspirated V8 capable of producing 631 hp and 630 Nm… Continue Reading »

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2020 Mercedes-AMG GT R Races the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4-Door

Giancarlo Perlas July 21, 2021

The Mercedes-AMG GT R and the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S 4-Door may be positioned on the same range, but in reality, the cars are from different breeds. The two-door is a pure standalone sports car while the four-door is more like a roided version of the CLS but with the same face as the two-door AMG GT R. With those things out of the way, the video here compares both cars and takes them on a half-mile drag race to find out which one is quicker. Mercedes-AMG GT R The AMG GT R houses a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 capable of delivering up to 577 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque…. Continue Reading »

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Volkswagen Golf R Takes on the Mercedes-AMG A45 S in a Drift Battle

Giancarlo Perlas June 5, 2021

The Mercedes-AMG A45 S currently owns the bragging rights as the most powerful hot hatch in the world. The car can easily beat the Volkswagen Golf R in a drag race given its power advantage, but what happens if the two are pitted against each other in a Drift Mode battle? Powertrain Both the Merc and the VW hatches are equipped with 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engines. However, the high-performance car with the three-pointed star emblem is configured to deliver up to 415 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque while its German rival only has 315 hp and 310 lb-ft, so it’s a no-brainer who will win in a drag race… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes G550 4×4 Squared Vs 6×6 Jeep in Tug of War and Drag Race

Giancarlo Perlas June 5, 2021

The Mercedes-Benz G550 4×4 Squared is the successor to the limited-series Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG 6×6, which is defined by its versatile features and capability to conquer obstacles that standard SUVs couldn’t. That’s thanks to its elevated suspension and big tires that give it 18 inches of ground clearance and a fording depth of 36 inches. Last year, we have seen the Mercedes-AMG G63 go on a tug of war against the likes of the Tesla Model X, Lamborghini Huracan, and Land Rover Range Rover. As expected, the Merc bested the competition in this field. Now, a more formidable opponent has arrived to challenge its 4×4 Squared version in the form… Continue Reading »

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