Ram Reveals Revamped, Stylish Sub-$50K 1500 Express Rivian Bet Big on Batteries Before Trump’s Tariffs - And It’s Paying Off Home/NewsMercedes-AMG Announces Limited-Production Special Edition GT 63 in Honor of Upcoming ‘F1’ MovieTo celebrate one of 2025’s most highly-anticipated films Mercedes-AMG has announced a special edition of its GT 63 dubbed the “APXGP Edition,” limited to just 52 units Expected to arrive in theatres near you this summer F1 puts Brad Pitt in the driver's seat of some of the world's fastest and most advanced race cars The film's aim for authenticity sees the use of actual Formula 1 race tracks around the world where scenes have been filmed with real cars and real drivers Since Mercedes-AMG is an official partner of Apple Original Films and Warner Bros many of their exciting contemporary products are featured on-screen in the film and the Mercedes-AMG Official FIA F1 Safety Car To commemorate Mercedes-AMG's immersive involvement with such a massively anticipated film the performance brand has announced a special edition of its GT 63 super coupe Above and beyond the standard GT 63's handcrafted 577-horsepower twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 the APXGP Edition gets a few extra goodies pairing black satin with Race Gold accents which can be seen around the AMG-specific grille on the front fenders alongside a checkered flag design pattern The GT 63's 21-inch AMG Forged Cross-Spoke wheels feature the same Race Gold paint in matte finish and its high-performance carbon ceramic brakes feature black painted calipers for contrast Even more Race Gold accents are found inside the GT 63 APXGP Edition's luxurious cabin which also features black Nappa leather/microfiber AMG Performance Seats with gold contrast stitching carbon fiber trim elements with gold-colored threads a heated AMG Performance steering wheel with black 12 o'clock markings and gold stitching custom door sill trims with gold illumination and AMG floor mats with the “APXGP” logo embroidered in Race Gold The GT 63 APXGP Edition's cabin also comes standard with the 1,170-watt 15-speaker Burmester High-End 3D Surround Sound System Each APXGP Edition owner will receive a “custom edition-specific AMG Indoor Car Cover with a breathable outer skin made of tear-resistant synthetic fiber fabric and antistatic inner fabric made of flannel,” to protect their limited-run investment Limited to just 52 units worldwide, the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 APXGP Edition will be rarer than rare. To put its exclusivity into perspective, consider that the Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM AMG Cabriolet had 80 units produced and one of the rarest and most coveted AMGs ever built–the R129 Mercedes-Benz SL73 AMG–shared its gargantuan 7.3-liter V12 with the Pagani Zonda S and had about 85 units produced This means you'll be incredibly lucky if you manage to get your hands on a GT 63 APXGP Edition LLC and respective content providers on this website Other product and company names shown may be trademarks of their respective owners LLC and respective content providers to this website may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website Red Bull team principal Christian Horner extended the olive branch to Mercedes after the pit lane incident in Miami Said incident occurred during the sprint race and saw Red Bull’s Max Verstappen collide with Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli in the pit lane and with Verstappen penalised for an unsafe release Horner took the chance to apologise to Antonelli and Mercedes With the Miami track rapidly drying through the Sprint after unexpected heavy rain the slick tyres became an intriguing gamble once which the drivers ultimately took en masse But, as Red Bull called in Verstappen from P3 and Mercedes boxed Antonelli from P4 Verstappen was released into the path of Antonelli who had begun his turn into the Mercedes pit box next door Antonelli showed quick reactions to turn back out but could not avoid Verstappen hitting the rear right of his Mercedes That resulted in a broken front wing for Verstappen and a 10-second time penalty for an unsafe release no crew members at Red Bull and Mercedes were hurt Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff had expressed his shock over a “total lack of judgement” from Red Bull that would be seriously annoying,” Wolff told Sky F1 I’m surprised about a total lack of judgement there because it wasn’t even close of releasing without any security concerns 👉 F1 2025: Head-to-head race statistics between team-mates 👉 Uncovered: The W16 rear wing solution that contributed to Antonelli’s Sprint pole Verstappen finished P17 and last in the sprint after the penalty was applied the mini-race having finished behind the Safety Car after Fernando Alonso was spun into the wall by Liam Lawson scored one point in P8 after penalties for Liam Lawson and Oliver Bearman the teenager having missed out on the chance to fit dry tyres due to that Verstappen collision Verstappen would rebound to take pole for Sunday’s Miami Grand Prix with Antonelli coming agonisingly close to making it a pair of poles And Horner took the chance after qualifying to issue an apology to Antonelli “And you’re talking about a judgment of about a meter the determination to try and get the car back out there it just demonstrates you’re always learning in this business.” Read next – Revealed: Data shows what really happened between Antonelli and Piastri © Planet Sport Limited 2025 • All Rights Reserved Become part of the largest racing community in the United Kingdom George Russell ended the Miami Grand Prix in third place but was subject to a stewards' investigation following a Red Bull protest George Russell has retained his third place podium result at the Miami Grand Prix following an investigation by the stewards Almost two hours after the Miami Grand Prix Red Bull protested the result of the race as it called on the stewards to investigate Mercedes and George Russell Verstappen raised distress over his team radio that Russell did not slow for a yellow flag issued during the race The four-time champion was told by his team to keep the gap within five seconds of Russell at the chequered flag hinting at the possibility that Red Bull would seek to protest the result where Stephen Knowles and Gianpiero Lambiase represented Red Bull while Ron Meadows and George Russell represented Mercedes Both parties presented their arguments to the stewards the F1 stewards decided to dismiss the protest ensuring Russell keeps his podium position It marks Russell's fourth podium in the opening six races placing him six points behind Verstappen in the drivers' championship Sign up for the daily digest and/or weekly newsletter and we'll make sure that you are fully up to date with the latest news from the Formula 1 world Find the latest F1 news and news from other motorsport series at RacingNews365.com the world's leading independent F1 website providing daily F1 coverage Check out the 2025 F1 calendar for an overview of all the races with extensive background and real-time information.  Follow RacingNews365 on your favorite social media channels Falling tree limbs in Birmingham kills one person — Mercedes-Benz has announced plans to produce a new vehicle in Alabama footprint by localizing production in Tuscaloosa County The company explained in a news release that this decision strengthens Tuscaloosa's role within the global Mercedes-Benz production network Alabama lawmakers expressed their enthusiasm Governor Kay Ivey addressed the news in a social media post saying Alabama is the place to lead and the decision shows global companies have confidence in our state and workforce Senator Katie Britt echoed this sentiment in a news release calling the development "a huge win for our state." She added "Our state has a global reputation of excellence particularly when it comes to auto-manufacturing and production." SEE ALSO: Indy Grand Prix revs up Birmingham with race excitement & support for Children's Hospital When asked if the decision was influenced by former President Trump's tariffs on imported vehicles, a Mercedes-Benz spokesperson said, "We have been localizing products for almost thirty years and if the market conditions are suitable we will continue to do so." Details about the new vehicle remain unclear, but Mercedes-Benz has described it as tailored to U.S. customer preferences. Production is slated to begin at the Tuscaloosa County plant in 2027. Questions about whether the new vehicle will create jobs or increase factory output and tax revenue remain unanswered, as a spokesperson indicated it is too early to tell. In 2024, Mercedes-Benz employed 6,000 people in Tuscaloosa, with the plant producing 260,000 vehicles that year. Looks can be deceiving. This monstrous Mercedes might look like an original 190E EVO II but, under the skin, it's altogether different.  First, a little bit of history. The EVO II arrived as a final-throw-of-the-dice homologation special in 1990, and finally gave Merc a DTM title in 1992. With its striking aero kit and Cosworth 2.5-litre engine making 232bhp in road-going trim, the EVO II is a Mercedes icon. Not to mention it's one of the coolest cars ever built. Naturally, that makes original EVO IIs really quite rare, and really quite expensive.  So, enter Dom Tucci, an Industrial Designer at Tucci Hot Rods. With an original EVO II out of reach, he decided to use the learnings from his hot rod shop to build a personal tribute. Check it out above in the latest episode of American Tuned with Top Gear’s tuning correspondent Rob Dahm. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. Look out for your regular round-up of news, reviews and offers in your inbox. 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Look out for your regular round-up of news No money from the licence fee was used to create this website The profits we make from it go back to BBC programme-makers to help fund great new BBC programmes BBC is a trademark of the British Broadcasting Corporation Cars, Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz introduced a super smart Automatic Lane Change (ALC) function on several models ALC basically allows your car to decide when it’s time to change lanes The feature works alongside radar sensors and cameras to monitor the car’s surroundings meaning it ‘knows’ when it’s safe to change lanes.  DISCOVER SBX CARS – The global premium auction platform powered by Supercar Blondie  Assisted driving features are becoming more common across the automotive industry, from autopilot and automatic lane changing to Tesla’s Full Self Driving (FSD).  In 2023, Mercedes-Benz introduced its Automatic Lane Change to numerous models across its C-Class The feature was initially only available in North America and China before launching it in Europe via an over-the-air update last summer “With the Automatic Lane Change function, Mercedes-Benz is once again demonstrating its innovative strength in the development of new driving assistance systems,” said Mercedes-Benz member of the board of management Markus Schäfer “We simultaneously developed the Automatic Lane Change function Mercedes-Benz is offering a driving function as an over-the-air update for the first time.” The smart technology works alongside Mercedes’ other assisted driving features to take some of the load of driving your car.  ALC uses radar sensors and cameras that continuously monitor the road.  it will change lanes to overtake a slower car and then change back into the original lane.  the tech will only work when the car is traveling at speeds 80km/h (50mph) and 140km/h (87mph) the road or highway must have at least two separate lanes for it to work the driver must remain in control of the vehicle at all times and is free to override it.  Claire Reid is a journalist who hails from the UK but is now living in New Zealand She began her career after graduating with a degree in Journalism from Liverpool John Moore’s University and has more than a decade of experience writing for both local newspapers and national news sites Lewis Hamilton has downplayed his initial Ferrari struggles Lewis Hamilton has vowed that his initial struggles with Ferrari in Formula 1 are similar to the experience he encountered during his opening six months at Mercedes Hamilton’s much-anticipated Ferrari spell hasn’t matched the enthusiasm attached to his groundbreaking move as the first five races haven’t inspired a single podium The Briton has come unstuck in an attempt to build on notching Ferrari’s sole win to date in 2025 in the China Sprint losing to Charles Leclerc in each race since then Hamilton’s most recent defeat to his team-mate in Saudi Arabia saw him trail 30 seconds behind prompting him to admit he is poised to endure a “painful” campaign But having insisted he won’t give up Hamilton has recollected that he went through an identical adaptation process when he departed McLaren for Mercedes in 2013 the first six months were tough getting attuned to working with new people,” Hamilton recalled to media including Motorsport Week “The engineers I’m working with now are used to setting up a car for a different driver and a different driving style and I’m used to driving a car with a different driving style “So it’s a combination of a bunch of different things.” Hamilton would go on to rewrite the record books during an illustrious spell with Mercedes as he clinched six Drivers’ titles in seven seasons between 2014 and 2021 Asked whether he was expecting a similar six-month timeline to start unlocking his best level at Ferrari Hamilton responded: “I really don’t know “We’re working as hard as we can to shorten that Hamilton revealed that he utilised the gap prior to this weekend’s race in Miami to return to Ferrari’s base in Maranello to explore the cause behind his recent troubles “Spent some good time in Italy,” he divulged “There are things that we’ve made adjustments to We’ll see how they work this weekend.” But with Ferrari’s capricious SF-25 remaining unchanged Hamilton admitted that he must maximise the car’s potential more than he has managed in previous races “We’ll do the best we can,” he expressed “We’ve not got upgrades or anything this weekend but we continue to try and optimise the car Charles in the last race [third in Saudi Arabia] did a fantastic job and showed what the car can do in a race So the goal is to try to replicate that.” READ MORE – Carlos Sainz ‘not surprised’ by Lewis Hamilton Ferrari struggles Mersin Web Tasarım / Sell Script And Theme and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Click here for the full 2025 F1 calendar Click here for full Drivers’ Standings That plan has been shelved in favor of the development agreement for Halo Luminar will be working on the development contract with Mercedes over the next couple of years is the first step toward a potential supply deal but does not guarantee one.Some Mercedes top-line models already are equipped with Valeo lidar and can drive without constant human oversight in limited circumstances.Mercedes has said it wants to introduce advanced automated driving features in a broader range of vehicles.PRICE OF HESAI VS LUMINARUnlike robotaxis which usually use four or more bulky lidar sensors that spin for a 360-degree view high-end personal vehicles typically employ one or two smaller sensors that are mostly seen jutting out from cars.Luminar's Halo is smaller and more efficient than its previous generation Iris sensor and can blend into the roofline of a car or sit behind the windshieldMercedes-Benz has chosen Hesai because of its lower costs and ability to produce at scale according to the Reuters report last month Hesai's latest ATX lidars cost around $200 each Luminar told Reuters the target price for the Halo is $500.It is common for automakers to work with two or more suppliers to reduce supply risk especially during periods of uncertainty such as the current Sino-U.S trade war.Luminar has a manufacturing facility in the U.S. but makes most of its lidars outside the country - it has plants in Mexico The company is considering making Halo in the U.S if the "tariff situation isn't resolved," Russell said.Reporting by Abhirup Roy in San Francisco; editing by Peter Henderson and Leslie Adler Our Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles., opens new tab , opens new tab Browse an unrivalled portfolio of real-time and historical market data and insights from worldwide sources and experts. , opens new tabScreen for heightened risk individual and entities globally to help uncover hidden risks in business relationships and human networks. © 2025 Reuters. All rights reserved are asking for the public’s help in tracking down a stolen Mercedes SUV used to run over a pedestrian last month outside of the Midtown Costco According to police, the driver of the Mercedes was involved in an argument in the store’s parking lot on Monday, April 21 causing the victim who was hanging on to the vehicle to be thrown off Paramedics transported the victim to an area hospital initially in critical condition Police describe the stolen SUV as a black 2025 Mercedes-Benz ML350 potentially displaying an expired Missouri tag 07PU0M All windows except the driver’s window are tinted Crime Stoppers could offer you a cash reward Report a typo Kelley Blue Book Kelley Blue Book® Values and pricing are based in part on transactions in your area. Your ZIP code also helps us find local deals and highlight other available offers. Kelley Blue Book® Values and pricing are based in part on transactions in your area Your ZIP code also helps us find local deals and highlight other available offers Specialty popcorn buckets shaped like Storm Trooper helmets Mercedes is betting that at least 52 people will love the upcoming Brad Pitt vehicle (pun intended) “F1” enough to drive it The brand will build just 52 copies of a special edition 2026 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Coupe built to commemorate the movie due out late next month the film features Pitt as a Formula 1 driver who comes out of retirement to help a new team and train a rookie driver played by Damson Idris break into the ranks of the world’s most glamorous racing league We can’t testify to the accuracy of a film we haven’t seen But it has the potential to be one of the more authentic racing movies Crews filmed the movie at real Formula 1 races with today’s drivers playing background parts and Pitt’s fictional Apex Grand Prix team taking up real space in the paddocks with Mercedes F1 legend Lewis Hamilton is a producer on the project The Mercedes-AMG GT 63 APXGP Edition six-figure Happy Meal toy “features numerous unique design elements and equipment details that closely mirror the design from the film’s fictional APXGP Formula 1 team,” Mercedes says Mercedes has not revealed pricing for the movie model with a 577-horsepower hand-built biturbo V8 engine Mercedes’ 4Matic all-wheel-drive (AWD) system and the AMG Active Ride Control suspension with active roll stabilization But the skin is movie-inspired in black with gold accents matching the livery of the fictional racing team A black-and-gold checkered flag design fades in a subtle gradient extending from the front brake vents Matte Race Gold 21-inch cross-spoke wheels hide black brake calipers “The AMG Performance seats are upholstered in black Nappa leather/microfiber and customized with gold contrast stitching.” Trim elements in carbon fiber have gold-colored thread woven in Each buyer will get a custom indoor car cover to keep their car pristine like a hard compound tire kept warm in the Pitts Simply choose the content you'd like to receive below and we'll send it straight to your inbox Receive upcoming articles by this KBB.com expert The iconic Porsche 911 turned 60 just a few years ago but the uber-911 is about to turn a spry… you’re running out of time to buy a mid-engine Porsche at a price non-millionaires can pay The BMW Z4 has a spirit automakers have almost forgotten how to craft As the marketing brain behind Mercedes in the U.S. Lee is pushing to get in front of an entirely different audience Kristen LeeWriterManufacturerPhotographerMay 05 Join MotorTrend in our celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month you'll hear from the incredible people who have left their mark on the automotive industry and right behind that is the business of selling them Because as Mercedes-Benz North America’s straight-talking chief marketing officer tasked with changing intangibles like brand perception and awareness Leave the relentless selling of cars to the startups It’s her job to preserve what’s come before her—and to influence today’s brand and products so they’ll be around for 140 years more You’ve probably seen some of what Lee does even if you don't know it She and her team are responsible for developing commercial social media and expanding Mercedes’ overall digital experience Lee has made sure to position her company alongside multicultural leaders to make creative decisions Mercedes has held an event called The Table where a curated list of guests participate in an evening of cultural experiences and discussion The inaugural event took place in Los Angeles and featured Black artists and creators such as Alicia Keys No one was expected to sign the paperwork on a new Benz by the evening’s end “It’s good business sense,” Lee told MotorTrend in a recent interview “One hundred percent of growth in automotive is going to come from multicultural segments Our traditional segments and audiences are shrinking because the entire makeup of the United States is changing But it goes beyond simply pandering to the next target demographic “There’s a lot multicultural marketing for the sake of saying you do it ‘If we're going to get our growth for multicultural segments What are everyone's ideas for doing that?’” In addition to supporting the local small business owners with Mercedes’ checkbook Lee wants to provide an authentic experience that focuses on these communities in a way that Mercedes might not have before and to start a conversation with these audiences that comes from a place where they might not be used to being engaged by the brand Even if it means just starting to build the relationship by inviting people to something like The Table “If I got you to think a little bit differently about Mercedes-Benz,” Lee said Mercedes isn’t Lee’s first foray into the luxury automotive segment she was the director of brand marketing at Cadillac hired to inject some fresh life and youth into the then 110-year-old brand She was there when Cadillac made its huge and controversial move from Michigan to Manhattan Lee was certainly one of the youngest executives General Motors had ever hired And that came with a whole bag of challenges “I was like a fish out of water,” she said “I was born and raised in Texas and moved to Detroit My entire career at that point had all been crisis and financial communications wandering the hallways of this very traditional automotive company and I didn’t know cars the way all these guys did GM is widely known for its insular and conservative corporate culture and Lee spoke about not being taken seriously when voicing a differing opinion “I was frequently asked in the Renaissance Center elevators if I was an intern for the company or how my summer internship was going,” she said criticism [I heard] that I just ‘didn’t understand’ because I wasn’t an engineer or designer.” People thought she and her team (also made up of a bunch of GM outsiders) were doing unnecessary things for the brand “There was a lot of pushing water uphill,” Lee said A few things Lee did manage to get through was the opening of Cadillac House as well as the brand becoming a sponsor of the inaugural New York Fashion Week: Men’s event in 2016 Mendel even showed its collection at Cadillac House during NYFW “We started to try to move ourselves into arts and fashion in a way that Cadillac really had not participated in in a long time,” Lee said “We [attempted] to position the brand as one that people wanted to be a part of and associated with.” But perhaps the thing Lee is most proud of is Book by Cadillac “I know subscription is still controversial and I know a lot of people say it just flat out didn’t work,” she said “But I think the success of it was it taught us a lot about consumer preferences and behaviors when it comes to buying a car.” and the Book program was halted at the end of 2018 Subscriptions are now more the norm than ever and the practice has expanded to a ton of other automakers “I don’t know the last time the Germans followed an American company into anything Porsche—they all followed Cadillac in that regard.” Lee was at Cadillac for six years before departing in 2018 for stints at Shiseido she’s very proud of what she and her team were able to accomplish “I built a really strong relationship with the engineers and the designers,” she said “I think I was able to illustrate if marketing wasn't there to help build and keep a strong brand nobody would know about the products they put their hearts and souls into The symbiotic relationship between brand and product became illustrative of my own internal relationship with the people who actually worked on the cars.” Yet she also acknowledges it wasn’t a perfect time I definitely had opinions without even thinking about why something might have happened or really understanding the context and the background.” Like for every executive just starting out the challenging early jobs yield some of the greatest lessons And Lee certainly doesn’t regret her time at GM: “I’m still rooting for Cadillac.” Lee didn’t think anything of taking on a colossal job like Cadillac She owes her outlook and work ethic to how she was raised “It’s the Asian upbringing of overachievement “All those values came into play and really helped me out some of the values and practices she instilled in me did come in handy in my career.” To give back to the community, Lee has been on the board of Apex for Youth for the past four years, which is a New York–based nonprofit that empowers Asian American youth from immigrant and low-income backgrounds. “It's about offering generational change for the Asian community,” Lee said. “Helping children is core and fundamental to what Apex for Youth does, but for me, there’s a much loftier goal: If we can unlock their potential, help them see their way through a mental health crisis, or get them mentorship, it can really create a more equitable future. If you can change the trajectory of an Asian child's life, it will shift the generation going forward.” Subscribe to our newsletters to get the latest in car news and have editor curated stories sent directly to your inbox The FIA have announced the result of Red Bull’s protest against George Russell for allegedly failing to slow under yellow flags during the Miami Grand Prix Russell had beaten Max Verstappen to the final position on the podium behind the McLaren team-mates pipping the reigning World Champion by two seconds was in jeopardy when Red Bull alleged that he had not slowed sufficiently when Oliver Bearman’s Haas ground to a halt triggering the second of three Virtual Safety Car periods in Miami Russell was able to claim a cheap pit stop in the process as the Mercedes driver dived into the pits for medium tyres and returned to the track ahead of Verstappen in P3 Verstappen was quick to come over the radio and query whether Russell had sufficiently slowed under the double waved yellows Russell held on to that final podium spot to the chequered flag Article 2.5.5 b) of the International Sporting Code This particular section reads: “Double Waved Yellow Flag: Any driver passing through a double waved yellow flag marshalling sector must reduce speed significantly and be prepared to change direction or stop.” 👉 The results of the F1 2025 championship 👉 The updated Drivers’ and Constructors’ Championship standings The FIA heard evidence from Red Bull and Mercedes the former claiming that while Russell lifted the throttle when the yellow flag was displayed Red Bull argued that ‘discernibly reduced speed’ meant ‘passing the yellow flag zone at an absolute speed which is lower than the speed before entering the yellow flag zone’ as Verstappen countered that it was ‘common practice accepted by all teams and the FIA’ that ‘significantly lifting the throttle’ through a yellow flag zone is considered an ‘appropriate reaction’ Russell had therefore complied with the relevant regulations he said that he saw the single yellow and had ‘significantly lifted the throttle to react to the yellow flag’ Mercedes also stated that the Briton’s lift was ‘more significant’ than what could be observed by other cars ruling that the ‘protest is rejected as it is not founded’ Their statement read: “It was evident from the onboard footage as well as from telemetry that Car 63 lifted the throttle when passing the yellow flag zone 25 percent and this resulted in a reduction of torque of approx a) requires the driver to have “discernibly reduced speed” in a yellow flag zone but does not specify if that means reducing the absolute speed or reducing the speed relative to the regular racing speed in the relevant part of the track ‘The speed of Car 63 in the yellow flag zone was considerably slower than the regular racing speed but the absolute speed while passing through the yellow flag zone increased slightly ‘The Stewards determine that the requirement of Article 26.1 a) concerning the reduction of speed in a yellow flag zone can only relate to a reduction relative to the regular racing speed as the reduction of the absolute speed can depending on the part of the track in which the yellow flag is displayed represent a compliance or a non-compliance with the regulations whereas a reduction of the relative speed always signals that the driver has acknowledged and respected the yellow flag in a braking zone the absolute speed can be reduced without necessarily complying with the regulations.’ Read next – Miami GP: Piastri continues winning streak after more Verstappen v Norris fireworks In case you hadn’t heard, Brad Pitt is racing into cinemas this June with his long-anticipated Formula 1 film. To mark the occasion, Mercedes has decided to join the party by unveiling a limited-edition version of its AMG GT this real special coupe will be limited to just 52 units worldwide and comes wrapped in a distinctive black and gold livery styled after the fictional APXGP F1 team featured in the movie This exclusive version of the Mercedes AMG GT is built on the GT 63 4Matic+ platform which means it packs a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 pushing out 585 horsepower What sets it apart visually is a matte black paint job paired with an unapologetically generous amount of gold trim Read: Mercedes Gifts F1 Star A Supercar But He’s Banned From Driving For 3 Years You’ll notice it right away on the grille outlined in gold against a blacked-out backdrop where gold stripes run down the doors and into the rear fenders the paint transitions into a mix of black and dark grey patterns Mercedes didn’t stop at a fancy paint scheme. The APXGP Edition also includes the AMG Exterior Carbon Fiber package and the AMG Aerodynamics package There’s also the AMG Night Package II bringing in more black accents to complete the look The APXGP-inspired parts adorn the cabin as well. The AMG Performance seats have gold stitching and there are gold elements on the steering wheel Merc’s sports car also rocks a Burmester 3D audio system with 15 speakers and a ‘Limited Edition 1 of 52’ badge While every current F1 team makes an appearance in the film, Mercedes-AMG played a larger role behind the scenes. The automaker provided several vehicles for filming, including an SL, a G-Class who recently traded silver for red at Ferrari Mercedes hasn’t revealed pricing or confirmed which regions will get a slice of the 52-car pie there’s a good chance it’s already spoken for TechTarget and Informa Tech’s Digital Business Combine.TechTarget and Informa we power an unparalleled network of 220+ online properties covering 10,000+ granular topics serving an audience of 50+ million professionals with original We help you gain critical insights and make more informed decisions across your business priorities The lack of an on-board voltage converter limits fast-charging flexibility in some regions for the German luxury automaker’s forthcoming all-electric sport sedan The recently unveiled battery-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA based on the German automaker’s new MMA platform does not support 400V DC fast-charging in several European launch markets the third-generation sedan relies exclusively on 800V charging points for electric energy replenishment – a decision that raises questions about its day-to-day usability At the root of the issue is the absence of a 400V-to-800V DC/DC converter in models launched in Germany This limits fast charging compatibility to potentially rare – depending on the region – high-power 800V chargers effectively excluding Europe’s 400V DC charging points including 50kW public chargers and a large portion of Tesla’s current Supercharger network Mercedes-Benz confirms the charging limitation of the CLA in its online configurator with the message: “Please note that charging at 400V charging stations is not possible they are not shown in the navigation system.” The restriction does not affect AC charging so the CLA remains fully compatible with home wall boxes and public AC stations 400V alternating current flows into an onboard charger and is converted into 800V DC for the battery The CLA supports up to a 325-kW maximum charging speed via the CCS standard – a figure that requires an 800V supply Because CCS cables are limited to 500 amps 800 volts is necessary to exceed a 200-kW charging speed the CLA cannot step 400 volts up to 800 volts and therefore cannot charge at 400V DC stations Related:Aston Martin Pulls Wraps off 717-hp SUV Rival automakers have taken a different approach Hyundai and Kia equip their electric-powered E-GMP platform models with internal voltage boosters to enable 400V-to-800V conversion and allow charging from older DC stations Porsche and Audi use a split-pack battery strategy with their PPE-platform models such as the second-generation Macan and the new A6 dividing the battery into two 400V sections – charging is then slower Mercedes has chosen not to implement either solution in CLA models on sale in Europe but it is only used to supply 12-volt power to auxiliary systems like infotainment and heated seats Mercedes-Benz highlighted the CLA’s WLTP-rated range of up to 492 miles (792 km) for the rear-wheel-drive CLA 250+ sedan variant it declined to explain why the model lacks a DC/DC converter in key launch markets – a feature commonly used by rival brands to ensure broader charging compatibility range on paper is only part of the equation; the ability to charge reliably across real-world infrastructure remains a central concern Related:Isuzu Enters BEV Pickup Segment While 400V DC fast chargers are being phased out in favor of 800V DC ultra-fast chargers in much of Europe many are still in operation – particularly in northern European countries like Norway where public fast-charging infrastructure predates that of southern European countries Speculation suggests CLA models destined for the Norwegian market will include the DC/DC booster though this has yet to be officially confirmed It also remains unclear whether other European markets will follow suit Mercedes-Benz’s Belgian and Dutch websites do not mention the 400V charging limitation Wards has asked Mercedes-Benz for clarification on the 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Antonelli taking plenty of positives from Miami weekend despite struggles on way to P6 in the Grand Prix ‘We took the tough decision’ – Vasseur defends Ferrari team orders situation in Miami as he acknowledges Hamilton’s frustration George Russell has admitted that there are some question marks over how Mercedes might perform at this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix with the Briton also suggesting that the team are currently “third fastest” despite holding second place in the championship After a strong start to the campaign for himself and the squad – which saw him claim three podium finishes – Russell ended up P5 last time out in Saudi Arabia, a weekend that boss Toto Wolff labelled as the Silver Arrows’ “worst performance so far from the year” PADDOCK INSIDER: Norris needs to find his sweet spot again as Piastri leads the standings – Miami could be the ideal place to do it when asked during media day in Miami if those three rostrums had tallied with what he had expected prior to the season getting underway I think it's probably better than our pre-season expectations “The pace has fallen out where we thought – that step behind McLaren and then a close fight with Red Bull and Ferrari We've been doing really well to get those podiums but I don't think it necessarily means we are the second fastest team Russell admits that his results in the first few races of the campaign have been "better than our pre-season expectations" “I think sort of on average we’re the third fastest team We saw Charles [Leclerc] had a great race last week and obviously Max [Verstappen] the last couple of races but we've just been nicely consistent and picking up points.” Given the tougher weekend that the team faced in Jeddah Russell was also quizzed on whether he and the squad had since reached any conclusions on why they experienced a drop in form at the track NEED TO KNOW: The most important facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2025 Miami Grand Prix I think just pushing a bit too hard to try and keep up with the front two I was probably driving too quick for what the tyres and the car were capable of “Not too sure how this weekend’s going to pan out because in terms of temperatures and tyres it'll be relatively similar to Jeddah We'll have to wait and see and see if any of the learnings we've taken from last week translate into a bit of performance “I’m confident the Quali pace will be there or thereabouts but the race pace – there’s a bit more of a question mark.” Antonelli is looking forward to his first experience of Miami Kimi Antonelli is looking forward to his first experience of Miami the Italian admitted that he is unsure of what to expect in terms of race pace especially Qualifying pace for us has always been very strong and so I think hopefully this weekend we can still be fighting for front rows in Qualifying,” Antonelli explained READ MORE: Theme park fun, discos with Russell and architect dreams – Getting to know the real Kimi Antonelli Jeddah of course we struggled a little bit but I think the track is still pretty close tarmac “Deg didn’t seem to be very big in the previous races so I think there will be a lot to fight for and our Qualifying pace has been strong so far so hopefully we can repeat that and if we can start in front hopefully we can fight for good positions.” Antonelli: 'The vibe is great' but admits he doesn't 'know what to expect' in Miami Pushed on whether he expects to be able to accrue more points at the Miami International Autodrome – during a weekend that will feature the return of the Sprint – Antonelli spoke positively about how he is adapting to the W16 so far “It’s a new track for me but every weekend I’m getting more confidence with the car,” the 18-year-old said “Every time I’m able to push it more and more But this weekend can be a good opportunity READ MORE: 'It's impressive and exciting' – Team principals laud F1's motorsport ladder for preparing rookies “If I do a good job enough in FP1 especially then we can do a good weekend so more mileage in order to be ready for the proper Qualifying and the race I think it can give good opportunities but of course I’m going to focus on the job I have to do “I’m going to try to improve what I have to do better Jeddah was a good race because there were many points to analyse – race pace and Quali wise – so really looking forward to this one and I’ll try to do better.” Don't miss your chance to experience the picturesque Imola circuit.. MIAMI LOWDOWN: All the key moments as McLaren and Antonelli shine, Ferrari face tensions and LEGO takes over MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: How Leclerc and Hamilton’s opposing Miami strategies culminated in fractious Ferrari radio exchanges HIGHLIGHTS: Piastri leads McLaren 1-2 after thrilling race in Miami Driveable LEGO big builds welcomed to Miami drivers’ parade Cadillac unveil their team logo and brand during dazzling Miami launch event ahead of 2026 entry Albon delighted with fifth in Miami as Sainz admits frustrations over inability to score 'bigger' points for Williams OFFICIAL GRID: Wet Miami race in prospect as Gasly starts from pit lane Cadillac unveil their team logo and brand during dazzling Miami launch event ahead of 2026 entry DRIVER OF THE DAY: Piastri's imperious Miami showing gets your vote © 2003-2025 Formula One World Championship Limited Editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala and Mark Potter playHow Oscar Piastri made history at the Miami Grand Prix (0:55)Recap the numbers behind Oscar Piastri's Miami Grand Prix victory MIAMI GARDENS, Fla -- George Russell kept his podium finish at the Miami Grand Prix after a post-race Red Bull protest was thrown out by the stewards Red Bull had claimed Russell broke yellow flag rules midway through the contest On Lap 33, shortly after Gabriele Bortoleto's Sauber had stopped on track due to engine trouble a radio message from Max Verstappen was played saying: "Check if George lifted Drivers are required to slow their speed in cautionary periods Verstappen ended up finishing behind Russell - in the closing stages a message from race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase encouraged the four-time world champion to stay within five seconds of the Mercedes driver In a visit to the stewards after the finish Red Bull attempted to argue that while Russell might have lifted off the throttle he had not done so enough to alter his speed sufficiently and within the requirements of the rules The stewards disagreed with their assessment Their verdict read: "It was evident from the onboard footage as well as from telemetry that Car 63 lifted the throttle when passing the yellow flag zone 30 percent." The verdict meant the order was unchanged stars Brad Pitt as a fictional Formula 1 driver with racing scenes filmed on actual grand prix tracks Mercedes-AMG Mercedes-AMG is racing ahead—not just on the Formula 1 track but also in the movie world While it ranks fourth in all-time Constructors’ Championship titles with eight wins in 75 seasons, Mercedes is boldly moving into the cinematic lane. The brand plays a leading role in F1 a major racing movie set to hit theaters this summer In celebration of its deep involvement with the film, Mercedes unveiled a limited-edition supercar—the 2026 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 “APXGP Edition”—on Saturday night during the Miami Grand Prix festivities The car is a tribute to the movie and a real-world collector’s item COMMENTABOUT THE AUTHORSujita Sinha By clicking sign up, you confirm that you accept this site's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy Premium We use cookies to analyze user behavior in order to constantly improve the website for you. Learn more Chula Vista, California--(Newsfile Corp. - May 5, 2025) - MIB Worldwide Chauffeured Services, a respected name in professional ground transportation solutions, today announced the addition of the Mercedes-Benz Tourrider Business to its executive fleet. 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The Tourrider Business addresses this need through both function and design, making it ideal for corporate and employee shuttles "This vehicle represents more than just an expansion-it signifies MIB's dedication to practical luxury in motion," said Umut Aslan on behalf of MIB Worldwide Chauffeured Services our guests experience more than just a ride-they experience forward-thinking service." This vehicle represents more than just an expansion-it signifies MIB's dedication to practical luxury in motionTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10740/250744_16f41d71b436ab08_002full.jpg MIB Worldwide Chauffeured Services has emphasized professionalism continue to shape its global approach to executive mobility The addition of the Tourrider Business is not only a fleet enhancement but also a signal of MIB's ambition to grow as one of San Diego's leading group transportation providers coordinating transportation logistics for business conferences This latest addition ensures that MIB remains equipped to manage both local and international group movements with consistent efficiency MIB Worldwide Chauffeured Services delivers reliable and punctual ground services locally and globally the company supports a wide range of clients with solutions for group and individual needs all supported by an experienced team committed to exceeding expectations selim@mibtransportation.com To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10740/250744_16f41d71b436ab08_003full.jpg Company Name: MIB TransportationContact Person: Selim AslanPhone: (858) 764-4467 ext 1004Address: 3278 Main StreetCity: Chula VistaState: CAPostal Code: 91911Country: USWebsite: http://www.mibtransportation.com To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/250744 SOURCE: GetFeatured Sign Up Company Profile Advertising Kimi Antonelli delivered a magical lap to take a shock pole position in Sprint Qualifying at the Miami Grand Prix as frontrunners McLaren were just edged out which makes it difficult to predict how the next couple of days will unfold – but some sort of pecking order has started to emerge for the races in the Sunshine State FACTS AND STATS: Piastri secures McLaren’s first victory hat trick in over 25 years Driveable LEGO big builds welcomed to Miami drivers’ parade Mercedes confirms it will start building a "core" model in the U.S Alisa PriddleWriterManufacturerPhotographerMay 01 chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG said the automaker wants to grow in the U.S with 70 percent of production to be localized in 2027 He told investors during the company’s capital markets day that the Vance plant was likely to get another “core segment” model (C-Class or E-Class) as a way to hedge against proposed tariffs While the German automaker is now confirming the plan to build something new in America it still is not saying which model will be rolling down the line Despite executives' previous hints that it'd be a C- or E-Class Automotive News has reported the model could in fact be the compact GLC crossover it's a vehicle that makes more sense for our SUV-crazed market than “Tuscaloosa has been a key hub for Mercedes-Benz vehicles for almost 30 years It’s a natural step to bring a further model to Alabama as part of a strategy to deepen our commitment to the United States which has been our home for more than a century,” Källenius said in a statement Tuscaloosa was the first major Mercedes-Benz plant outside Germany The first model rolled off the line in 1997 Over the years the plant has made the R-Class though today the C-Class is built in Bremen The plant employs about 6,000 people currently and two-thirds of the vehicles from the plant are exported. Red Bull have had their protest of George Russell rejected by the Stewards following the Miami Grand Prix resulting in the Mercedes driver keeping his podium finish ahead of fourth-placed Max Verstappen The Milton Keynes outfit submitted a protest earlier alleging that Russell had failed to slow under yellow flags which if successful could have led to a penalty that would have promoted the Dutchman to P3 as he crossed the line 2.3s behind the Mercedes READ MORE: Piastri wins from Norris and Russell as McLaren seal commanding 1-2 in Miami Grand Prix When Ollie Bearman's Haas suffered a likely engine failure and became stranded on track Russell elected to pit for fresh tyres under the beneficial conditions brought about by the Virtual Safety Car and he ultimately returned to the track ahead of Verstappen in third when Sauber's Gabriel Bortoleto pulled off the road with power unit problems another Virtual Safety Car was deployed with Verstappen – still behind Russell – asking his team to "check if George lifted Russell narrowly finished ahead of Verstappen in Miami Red Bull subsequently launched a protest into the Briton claiming he failed to slow under yellow flags after the Stewards met with representatives from both teams they concluded that the matter should be rejected told media prior to the outcome confirmation: "We felt that Russell has done something that is in breach of the regs as they are written so that's why we put a protest in today The regulations say there should be a reduction in speed and that is why Max flagged it immediately from what he saw within the cockpit." 2025 Miami Grand Prix: Russell emerges from the pits ahead of Verstappen to take P3 The document explaining the Stewards’ decision outlined that Red Bull accepted Russell did lift the throttle but believed this did not slow him down enough and therefore went against the regulations It added that there is no specific wording around whether reducing speed in a yellow flag zone means the "absolute speed" or "the speed relative to the regular racing speed" in that specific part of the track They concluded that Car 63 was "considerably slower than the regular racing speed" when the yellow flag was shown rejecting the protest and labelling it as "not founded" The outcome means that Verstappen stays in P4 for the Miami Grand Prix and is just six points ahead of Russell in the Drivers' Standings. ‘We made it count when it mattered’ – Russell satisfied with recovery to podium after troublesome Miami weekend MONDAY MORNING DEBRIEF: How Leclerc and Hamilton’s opposing Miami strategies culminated in fractious Ferrari radio exchanges Piastri full of praise for McLaren after ‘unbelievable’ and ‘impressive’ victory in Miami 'It was frustrating' – Hamilton opens up on tense Miami radio messages during Ferrari strategy debate Home » Latest » Mercedes-Benz » Mercedes GLB Electric (EQB successor) rendered ahead of its 2026 debut The GLB, one of four models retained in Mercedes-Benz’s streamlined compact vehicle line-up, along with its electric equivalent, the EQB will undergo a full model change next year and the latter will be rebranded as the ‘GLB Electric.’ Here’s everything we know about the Mercedes GLB Electric so far While test prototypes of the boxy next-gen GLB serve as a confirmation for the successor’s plan Chief Executive Officer of the Mercedes-Benz Group hinted that the new GLA and GLB would follow in the MMA market architecture series while explaining the future portfolio we sort our world when we think about how our portfolio is built up – Top-End where we have the E-Class and the C-Class and the GLCs and the GLE The Mercedes GLB Electric is expected to feature a more offbeat character the silhouette will stay close to the current model maintaining a proper SUV stance and maximizing space the front and rear will look visibly different aligning with the new Mercedes MMA family look An illuminated-star-studded faux grille should dominate the front of the Mercedes GLB Electric The stars in the closed panel will likely light up and turn off in an animated sequence as part of a dynamic coming-home/leaving-home sequence The functional air intake grille will likely be a much smaller unit located at the lowest part of the front The headlamps will likely feature a gently curved rectangular shape and be connected via a continuous light band Mercedes-Benz should give an option to specify a star-shaped daytime running light inside the headlamps for a more catchy look retractable handles that sit flush with the body when the doors are locked would provide enhanced aerodynamics and a sleeker styling The upright rear will likely feature new connected combination lamps The interior of the Mercedes GLB Electric will be designed based on a new minimalist philosophy that reduces layers and excess controls The dashboard should be dominated by an optional MBUX Superscreen inspired by the MBUX Hyperscreen of higher-class Mercs but built to the cost Mercedes-Benz will likely offer wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto support Augmented Reality navigation and traffic instructions Level 2++ (urban & highway) point-2-point assisted driving should also be available as an option The Mercedes GLB Electric will be based on the new rear-biased MMA platform and feature an 800-volt electric architecture Mercedes-Benz may offer it in 250+ single-motor RWD and 350 4MATIC dual-motor AWD variants The former’s powertrain should develop 268 hp and 247 lb.-ft The GLB Electric 250+ may accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in around seven seconds and the GLB Electric 350 4MATIC may take close to five seconds for the same marking a significant improvement over the EQB’s 99 mph The 85 kWh NMC battery pack should support charging at up to 320 kW and take as little as just 22 minutes for a 10-80% fast-charging session We estimate it to deliver an EPA-estimated range of around 325 miles in the 250+ variant and around 300 miles in the 350 4MATIC variant The Mercedes GLB Electric will likely be unveiled in mid-2026 with European sales commencing in the summer of the same year Given the uncertainty surrounding future plans due to the ongoing tariff dispute the GLB Electric is expected to start at around USD 55,000 International Automotive News Editor since 2014 with a focus on hybrid and electric cars in recent years First Look Review: New Mercedes GLC Plug-in Hybrid is an all-rounder TopElectricSUV.com checks out Mercedes’s all-new midsize plug-in hybrid SUV Mercedes GLE Hybrid Facelift (2026 Release) rendered; 8 expected changes detailed Mercedes is preparing a second facelift for its best-selling U.S Mercedes GLE (Hybrid) confirmed with important updates for 2026 Mercedes is preparing a second facelift for the GLE The core editorial team responsible for TopElectricSUV.com has a combined experience of over 30 years in automotive reporting and tracking the global auto market We and our {{count}} partners use cookies and other tracking 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various scenes Now, the F1 filmmakers and Mercedes-AMG are celebrating their collaboration with a limited-run vehicle: The 2026 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 APXGP Edition APXGP is the name of Pitt and Idris’ fictional team in the F1 movie which was filmed at actual F1 races around the world Although Pitt and Idris could never actually lap competitively against Mercedes-AMG F1 drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli their car for the silver screen looks as legit as that of the Silver Arrows Although this scheme is somewhat evocative of Lotus F1 racing teams of years past the APXGP car’s black and gold livery serves as direct inspiration for the new GT 63 APXGP Edition the GT 63 APXGP Edition then gains a variety of details painted in Race Gold—see the lipstick around the grille or accent on the rear diffuser Providing a particularly race-inspired detail is the hand-painted checkered flag pattern applied behind the (also gold) front fender vents Forged 21-inch gold-painted wheels painted tie it all together On the back half of the APXGP Edition surrounding the fixed carbon fiber rear spoiler there’s a gray geometric pattern shared with the movie race car Open the doors and step past sill plates emblazoned with a backlit gold AMG logo and you’ll find a cabin further adorned with the color reserved for a race winner’s medal the APXGP Edition gains gold contrast stitching on the seats The leather accent in the floor mats is itself accented with an embroidered gold AMG logo Even the gloss carbon fiber trim has a special gold thread running through it and AMG Aerodynamics packages included on the APXGP Edition the car gains street presence and a bit of downforce for track driving The GT 63 APXGP Edition will be limited to 52 examples each adorned with a dedication plaque in the center console An edition-specific indoor car cover is also included a life-size inflatable Brad Pitt dummy is equipped to ride shotgun in the 2+2 coupe Just kidding on that part—but if you see a black-and-gold GT 63 whizzing by there’s a decent chance it’s the superstar actor behind the wheel Mercedes has a massive U.S. plant, but the company imports a majority of vehicles sold in the country. The Trump administration’s trade war makes this a big problem so they’re addressing it by announcing plans to build an all-new vehicle in Tuscaloosa The automaker isn’t saying much at this point but described the mystery model as a “core segment vehicle.” They also said production would begin in 2027 and the “new car” would be tailored to U.S More: Porsche And Audi Reportedly Eyeing US Production To Avoid Tariffs but the automaker later suggested this will be a “localization” effort This implies the company is talking about an existing model There’s no word on which one, but the Tuscaloosa plant specializes in crossovers as it builds the GLE, GLE Coupe, GLS, EQE SUV, and EQS SUV. Given this, it seems possible that Mercedes could bring the GLC to the plant but the crossover is Mercedes’ second best-selling vehicle in the United States and is part of their so-called “Core segment.” Currently Mercedes builds the GLC in Germany and China they said the move further enhances their commitment to the North American market and is part of a “local-for-local approach.” They went on to note the Tuscaloosa plant has built over 4.5 million vehicles since 1997 and made around 260,000 vehicles last year The automaker also dropped rhetoric seemingly designed for the Trump administration as they said they’ve “exported roughly two-thirds of annual output making it one of the largest exporters of automobiles from the U.S. Speaking of statements, Mercedes CEO Ola Källenius said “Tuscaloosa has been a key hub for Mercedes-Benz vehicles for almost 30 years It’s a natural step to bring a further model to Alabama as part of a strategy to deepen our commitment to the United States which has been our home for more than a century.” Mercedes-Benz is expected to release a new car model in 2027—and it’ll be built right here in Alabama According to a recent release from the company “a core segment vehicle” will be made at the plant in Tuscaloosa deepening its American footprint and underscoring Alabama’s role in the company’s global production network which has been our home for more than a century.” customer preferences,” is expected to be a C-Class or larger E-Class but no design has been officially announced The Tuscaloosa plant has been known as a hub for SUVs in the past customer by localizing a core segment model in Tuscaloosa strengthening our ties to the North American market where a range of Mercedes-Benz vehicles including the GLE and GLS models have their roots.” more than 4.5 million vehicles have left the Tuscaloosa plant with around 260,000 vehicles rolling off the line in 2024 alone The Tuscaloosa plant is home to vehicles like: the 4.5 million vehicles that have left the Tuscaloosa plant over the past 28 years make Mercedes-Benz one of the largest exporters of automobiles from the U.S with roughly sixty percent of annual output exported I just got off the phone with Mercedes-Benz North America CEO Jason Hoff, and the news is clear: Alabama is the place to lead.Their decision to launch production of a new core vehicle in Tuscaloosa shows global companies have confidence in our state and workforce. #alpolitics pic.twitter.com/XhSAWB6snl Want updates like this delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter today All content on this site is Copyright ©  Rushing Waters Media LLC/The Bama Buzz 2020-2025 Privacy Policy Connecting decision makers to a dynamic network of information, people and ideas, Bloomberg quickly and accurately delivers business and financial information, news and insight around the world 2025 at 10:49 AM EDTBookmarkSaveTakeaways NEWMercedes-Benz Group AG plans to move production of another vehicle to the US as President Donald Trump’s tariffs raise costs and threaten to make imported cars uncompetitive The German automaker said in a statement that it will shift assembly of a “core segment vehicle” to its factory in Tuscaloosa Though Mercedes didn’t specify which model its most popular import in that category is the GLC sport utility vehicle which sold 64,163 units in the US last year Team and Nasdaq Join Forces to Accelerate Innovation1 May 20258 Min ReadThe Team and Nasdaq have announced a multi-year brand partnership - aligning one of the most successful sports teams in history and one of the world’s leading financial technology companies Nasdaq will become an official partner of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team The partnership underscores Nasdaq's deep commitment to innovation and the companies that champion it "We're excited to welcome Nasdaq to the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team partner family," said Toto "Partnerships are most powerful when they're built on shared values Nasdaq is a partner that not only understands the importance of cutting-edge technology but also embraces our commitment to continuous growth and resilience." "Our partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team embodies our shared passion for technology and performance as well as our deep commitment to building the most competitive teams in the world," said Adena Friedman "Together we will accelerate growth for our respective organizations while we create exceptional experiences for fans of the sport." Partnering with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team is a strategic step for Nasdaq deepening connections with its clients who engage with F1 As one third of the Team's partners already list on Nasdaq's exchange the collaboration further strengthens the company's ability to connect with clients and amplify its position as a trusted partner across the global financial system F1's audience of 1.5bn and more than 763m fans across 21 countries offers unparalleled reach across the globe "This partnership with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team is a powerful alignment of two performance-driven cultures with global mindsets," said Brian Buckley we're focused on helping our clients navigate complexity accelerate growth and solve their toughest challenges Together with the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team and strategic partnership can drive success - on the track and in the world of global business." "From pioneering technologies to forging strategic alliances with forward-thinking brands we're looking forward to collaborating with Nasdaq to benefit our fans Chief Commercial Officer of the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Nasdaq and the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team will collaborate on storytelling and experiences at the intersection of business underscoring the strong alignment between the brands and their audiences." The Team will enjoy access to Nasdaq MarketSite - which is the home of Nasdaq's bell ceremonies and the company's iconic LED video "tower" - as well as additional commercial marketing and media opportunities Matt Vella selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter Mercedes’ Exhibit A in this regard has always been its Geländewagen an absolute unit of an SUV since the 1970s when the Shah of Iran is said to have suggested the company’s engineers take a crack at building a military-spec vehicle (Geländewagen translates roughly to “all-terrain vehicle”.) Even in its civvies the beefy sport-utility better known as the G-Class has always been a little extra clinging to its motorised-infantry underpinnings and dictator-chic attire well past the last man in the bunker The electric Mercedes-Benz G 580 © Mercedes-Benz UKBut here comes the Mercedes-Benz G 580 with EQ Technology This G-Wagen – £180,860 as tested – looks the part high ground clearance and pronounced wheel arches though: a 116-kWh lithium-ion battery and four individually controlled motors mounted near the wheels Together they offer a range of up to 283 miles on a single charge and a maximum total output of 587 horsepower It makes for a paradox on wheels: the G 580 is a vehicle equipped with the technology of the future dressed in all the signifiers of an unrepentant past The question about the G-Wagen has always been: why The white paper provided with my loaner listed technology with more Gs than a Death Row Records reunion: G-Turn with little utility beyond impressing the lads G-Turn is an on-demand doughnut function that spins the vehicle around almost on the spot on loose or unpaved surfaces – a party trick sure to put a huge grin on your face intended to liven up the otherwise silent vehicle by rather convincingly piping in engine and exhaust notes over the Burmester sound system The G 580 has a 116-kWh lithium-ion battery with a range of up to 283 miles on a single charge © Mercedes-Benz UKThe power of GMercedes-Benz 240 GD an open-top vehicle with a short wheelbase © Mercedes-Benz AGPope John Paul II in the “Popemobile” based on the Mercedes-Benz 230 G © Mercedes-Benz AGThe petrol-powered Mercedes-Benz 500 GE 1993 © Mercedes-Benz AGMost of the new equipment contributes to making the electric G-Class a more capable off-roader than its conventionally powered counterparts extremely Scottish off-road course set up in an old quarry the G 580 handled itself like previous iterations of Mercedes’ go-anywhere truck slippery hills with ease and remaining stable on sideways slopes of up to 35 degrees Somewhat counter-intuitively for a vehicle built atop a massive battery the electric variant is also capable of safely fording deeper water than petrol-powered models Before one stretch of particularly sloppy trail I turned on the G 580’s “intelligent” crawl function – more or less cruise-control for off-roading – and the electric motors maintained optimum propulsion through deep water and mud while I focused on navigating the terrain and not sweating through the heated and cooled leather seats which is to say country lanes and highways the G 580 is nowhere near as bouncy and clunky to drive as the conventionally powered G 63 Previous G-Wagens could make the old commute somewhat harrowing on the lumbar Behind the wheel of the G580 © Mercedes-Benz UKAs you’d expect in this price range the G 580 is replete with delightful little detailing dash-mounted handles that make it easier to lug yourself into the vehicle and the customary spare-wheel container on the back can be repurposed into handy storage for the vehicle’s charging cables many of these – such as the slightly raised bonnet – subtly distinguish the G 580 from other Gs But by branding this a Geländewagen first and an electric vehicle second Mercedes seem to have hit on a winning formula for balancing new green technology with classic brand appeal inefficient ex-military vehicle necessary for drivers whose territorial conquests were most likely to end in answering required a certain insouciance about the opinions of others Mercedes has come up with plenty of more credible new answers Even if one is never going to take it off-road Mercedes-Benz G 580 GIVE  Visit  Lecture Series the College of Science recognizes outstanding graduating seniors from each of its departments Today's award recipient is Mercedes Ortiz from the Department of Computer Science I actually switched to computer science on a bit of a whim I saw a friend working on his coding homework something academic sparked genuine excitement in me I realized just how powerful computer science could be—how flexible it is and how it can be used as a tool for social good I discovered that coding isn’t just about building apps or websites; it can be used to drive real change and make a positive impact in communities that need it most That realization made me fall in love with the field One of my favorite classes was a sports analytics course Despite needing a few crash courses on the rules of football—shoutout to Dr It was the first time in one of my classes where I saw how statistics and programming could directly connect with real-world events It was exciting to realize that even fields like sports can be enriched with data science and that there's a place for people like me even if I didn’t grow up immersed in sports culture One memory I’ll always cherish is the day my roommates and I picked up our foster dog We weren’t technically allowed to have pets (apologies to our landlord) We got him his first pup cup and gave him all the love (and a very long name) Though he already came with the name Virgil Scrabble he quickly became Virgil Tibayan-Ewing-Mamaril-Ortiz and a little rule-breaking—perfectly captures the joy and spontaneity of my time at UA I’m proud of finding my niche—of discovering a passion I truly want to carry into my career My work as a data intern at the OHAIRE Lab supporting research on how service dogs impact veterans with PTSD So has my involvement with the WISE program where I helped develop data science curricula for Title I high schools here in Tucson Both experiences reinforced the idea that I can use my technical skills not just for innovation but to uplift underrepresented communities and give back in tangible ways That’s the kind of work I want to keep doing I’m taking some time to travel and explore the world—something I’ve dreamed about for a long time and gain fresh perspectives before diving into the next chapter of my journey Sign up for our newsletter We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes with Tucson being home to the O’odham and the Yaqui The University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings University Information Security and Privacy © 2025 The Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of The University of Arizona Lando Norris rounded out the top three finishers for sprint qualifying on Friday afternoon at the Hard Rock Stadium While it is not an official F1 pole position for Antonelli it is still a monumental moment for the 18-year-old who was tasked with making his name at Mercedes after Lewis Hamilton left for Ferrari Antonelli is the youngest driver to head a race grid in F1 history in any format And it was one of the fastest laps clocked at Miami International Autodrome — a 1:26.482s lap Max Verstappen established the lap record at 1:29.708s in 2023 which remains the official fastest lap as such times are set during race conditions But Antonelli’s time eclipses the previous unofficial track record of 1:26.814s that Verstappen set in Q2 in qualifying for the 2023 race here Verstappen will line up alongside Norris for Saturday’s race after qualifying fourth with George Russell fifth in the other Mercedes and set to line up next to Charles Leclerc I felt really good since this morning and I felt confident going into qualifying,” Antonelli said during his first post-sprint qualifying interview but that’s a massive moment for Antonelli in only his sixth grand prix event at the top level The 18-year-old has made a solid start in F1 picking up a couple of youngest driver records along the way While this won’t be an official pole position in the F1 record books it is still a mighty lap by the young Italian Mercedes boss Toto Wolff took a leap of faith by putting Antonelli in to replace Hamilton this year But the Italian’s performances early this year had already vindicated that decision and this pole makes clear it was the right call We’ve seen all the early signs from Antonelli that he has the makings of something special He’s not been too far behind Russell through the early part of this year and it would always take a bit of time to find those extra couple of tenths to get ahead But this result will surely go down as a moment that truly announces Antonelli’s arrival if his career goes the way that Wolff and the others at Mercedes who have invested so much time into his rise to F1 anticipate will be the first of many pole positions — official or not Antonelli will face a challenge to keep the papaya McLarens of Piastri and Norris at bay tomorrow But if his style in F1 has proved anything (Top photo: Rudy Carezzevoli / Getty Images) SearchDad of Texas woman killed over a Mercedes calls for suspect to 'remain behind bars permanently'Log InSubscribeThe Christian Post To enjoy our website, you'll need to enable JavaScript in your web browser. 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Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience 2025Kendrick Finch of Dallas (left) is accused of fatally shooting Houston real estate agent Ashlee Long (right) | YouTube/FOX4 HoustonThe father of a Texas woman killed after a man she was with allegedly reached out to touch a Mercedes after a night out says his daughter’s accused killer must stay behind bars “permanently.”  Houston-area real estate agent Ashlee Long, 28, was killed on April 5 in downtown Dallas, according to Fox 4 in Houston An arrest warrant affidavit cited by FOX4 states Long was with an unidentified male companion who “brushed his hand” along the side of a passing Mercedes The vehicle’s passenger — identified as Kendrick Finch — exited the car “with a gun in his hand,” followed by the man who was with Long reaching into her purse to pull out a firearm Finch surrendered to authorities on April 18 after police put out his mugshot on social media Finch’s criminal record includes burglary and narcotics charges He remains jailed in Dallas County on a $500,000 bond released a statement mourning the death of his daughter and calling for Finch to stay in jail “Ashlee’s life mattered. And so does justice,” Long wrote on Facebook Monday “Kendrick Finch must remain behind bars — permanently He should not be given the opportunity to walk free and make that choice again.” Long said the the pain of losing a child is "indescribable." "But to lose her this way — to gun violence at the hands of a stranger — is a trauma no family should have to endure," he wrote "Kendrick Finch made the choice to take her life He didn’t just end her future — he shattered the lives of everyone who loved her." 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The Miami Drive-In:George Russell and Kimi Antonelli take a ride in a Mercedes-AMG SL 634 May 20255 Min ReadSunshine What more could you want for a drive around Miami George Russell and Kimi Antonelli soak up the scenes while chatting about the Miami track It’s the dawn of a new design era at Mercedes the three-pointed star is unifying styling across its expansive lineup future models will share the same design language Just as today’s electric CLA looks nearly identical to the gas version tomorrow’s EQS will be styled as an electric S-Class The same strategy applies across other model pairs in the portfolio who explained that next-gen cars will communicate the message: “You deserve some respect Speaking specifically about the eccentric Vision V Wagener described it as “damn sexy” and said it’s “very close to production.” He believes the concept’s radical front fascia “offers a lot of status and respect.” That’s open to interpretation but it's important to point out that automakers often exaggerate features on their show cars to grab attention Styling elements from the concept will influence production models, with even greater emphasis placed on the corporate grille. That doesn’t mean Mercedes will scale up grille sizes yet again the brand aims to enhance the grille's visual impact by refining the shape and inner design While tall front ends on SUVs and vans like the Vision V allow for oversized grilles sedans and coupes are unlikely (and hopefully won’t) adopt such aggressive designs Wagener no longer sees a need to differentiate ICE and EV models through distinct exterior styling He argues that early EVs benefited from futuristic aerodynamic shapes to help them stand out and boost efficiency they can seamlessly blend in with conventionally powered vehicles was never meant for the traditional S-Class buyer the flagship EV still looks like it’s “10 years into the future.” the vast majority of Mercedes buyers are still reluctant to part with combustion engines electric vehicles accounted for less than 10 percent of the brand's deliveries Of the 446,300 vehicles sold through March It's a 14.3 percent decline compared to the same period last year 2026 Jeep Compass Unveiled: Hybrid or EV With Up to 375 HP The New Base Mercedes CLA Loses Its Passenger Screen Lotus Emira With Yellow Exhaust Tips Pays Tribute to an F1 GOAT Forget the V-8: Brabus Tune Pushes E53 Wagon to New Heights The Cadillac Celestiq Will Be as Rare as a Bugatti