He designed some of the most iconic Benzes
If you're a Mercedes-Benz enthusiast, you most definitely know the name Bruno Sacco. If not, let's just say his legacy at Mercedes-Benz was truly something else.He left an indelible mark on the brand, serving as its design
MV buys an MB
We're old enough to remember the time when Michael V. became famous for his hit song, Maganda Ang Piliin (Ayoko Ng Panget), a counter to the prevailing hit at that time, Andrew E's Humanap Ka ng Panget. Those songs came
40 years young
The Mercedes W201 is now four decades old. And, if you're actually old enough to remember (count us out for that one), it was called the 'Baby Benz' at its launch. However much that title wants for some imagination, it is
Torque for days
Welcome to a new era.Yes, it's the era without great bellowing V8s in AMG sedans. It's the era of drivetrain complexity that's already making us consider engineering school, just to understand the concepts at work. But what it
No V8, no problem(?)
AMG's decision to equip the new C63 with a 2.0-litre hybrid four-cylinder powerplant instead of a thumping great V8 is a controversial one for enthusiasts. And, as it turns out, not one that was forced onto Mercedes by
by Ollie Kew
Japanese carmakers have been getting extra busy in the region
Hello there, S-Class Jr.
After the local launches of the all-new S-Class and E-Class, some folks were wondering when Mercedes-Benz Philippines will bring in the next-gen C-Class. Besides, the executive sedan is one of the best-sellers from the three-
Practical body style, V8 under the hood. Perfect combo
This is a Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Wagon that once belonged to a gentleman named Michael Schumacher. Should you require an introduction, Schumacher is a seven-time Formula 1 champion and one of the fastest drivers to have ever graced the sport,
by Vijay Pattni
“Tech trickle-down used to take years—now it’s down to mere months”
The new Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a hugely significant car for the three-pointed star, not least because it's sold 2.5 million units since the fourth-generation car was introduced in 2014.So what's new with the fifth
As well as that S-Class-style interior
Over the past 10 years, Mercedes-Benz has sold more C-Classes than any other model. This is very good news: Sedans-and wagons-are far from dead yet. And while we're on the subject of good news, there's now
by Greg Potts
A genuinely enjoyable package
Driving a luxury car and being objective at the same time can be tricky. The price tag can play mind games on you, leading you to think the car you're driving is better than other offerings simply because it's more
by Jason Tulio
But you have to ask a dealer what the promos are
Sales promos from automotive manufacturers here in the Philippines are handed out left and right like condominium brochures in a mall, a relentless sign of the industry's drive for growth. On that note, we have one for you yet again, this
Yes, it's new
So Mercedes has facelifted its C-Class sedan and wagon for the upcoming Geneva Motor Show. Seriously. Look again. It really is different. There's a redesigned bumper, new-though pretty much exactly the same-LED headlights, a restyled rear diffuser, fancy
That's one classy lineup
Merc fans will be in for a treat at the ongoing 2017 Manila International Auto Show. In line with the 50th anniversary of AMG-Mercedes-Benz's performance division-the German carmaker is showcasing what's arguably the most premium lineup at
by Drei Laurel
One Merc you won't want to mess with
Tuning a car can be a tricky thing. As much as many gearheads want to squeeze the most from their engines, they have to keep in mind that too much abuse can easily shorten a powerplant's life. Then there's the
The latest fun-run machine
Earlier this week, we wrote about the newly launched Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe. The car combines the tidy lines of the compact C-Class with the sexy form of a two-door coupe. But what everyone is really waiting for is
True luxury in a svelte package
As cliché as it sounds, the typical Mercedes-Benz is an executive sedan. Whether it's the S-, the E- or even the compact C-Class, people will often picture the three-pointed star set atop the hood or on the grille
Over 5 generations since 1982
Milestones are reminders of how far we've come. For the Mercedes-Benz C-Class model, an achievement has been reached recently. Ever since it went on sale in 1982, over 8,000,000 units of the German carmaker's compact sedans
by Dinzo Tabamo
Every driver in Manila should read this
I was in Europe visiting my family when I had the urge to get behind the wheel, to just drive and see this continent. So I packed seven days worth of clothing, loaded up a Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Coupe, and set
Luxury with lots of oomph
The name Mercedes-Benz is usually associated with stately sedans ferrying dignitaries, heads of state, and people who have "made it" in the corporate world. True enough, men and women who can afford such luxury have chosen the brand since the mere
