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Mercedes drives in ultra-luxe SUV Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC

Mercedes drives in ultra-luxe SUV Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

The Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC is the first-ever SUV offering in the company's ultra-luxurious 'Mercedes-Maybach' range. It is the only second Maybach model to be rolled out in the Indian market, following the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class.

Mercedes-Benz to extend finance arm to India

Mercedes-Benz to extend finance arm to India

Rediff.com2 Oct 2010

Luxury car major Mercedes-Benz India will extend its financial arm, Daimler Financial Services to India. A few approvals were needed from the authorities before it could begin operations, said Wilfried Aulbur, managing director and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, in Pune today.

Mercedes-Benz rolls out India-made CLA sedan

Mercedes-Benz rolls out India-made CLA sedan

Rediff.com9 Sep 2015

Mercedes-Benz India started producing the new generation cars (NGC) in its global assembly network along with sedans and SUVs locally.

10 planned Mercedes launches on schedule

10 planned Mercedes launches on schedule

Rediff.com16 May 2020

'Even during the lockdown, we have received many online enquiries and subsequent bookings.'

Mercedes plans to enter finance business

Mercedes plans to enter finance business

Rediff.com1 Oct 2010

Mercedes Benz India on Friday said it will enter the financing services business in the country, looking to further enhance its position after posting a new sales record for the third month in succession in September.

GLS 600 is the flashiest, swankiest SUV Merc has made

GLS 600 is the flashiest, swankiest SUV Merc has made

Rediff.com29 Sep 2021

This SUV will look as cool in 2030 as it might have in 2010 and ultimately that's what drives the core appeal of Mercedes-Benz and its products -- being classic, says Pavan Lall.

Lockdown? You can still buy that dream Mercedes!

Lockdown? You can still buy that dream Mercedes!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

The German luxury automaker has already seen its online traffic increase 10-fold this year. Though that has not always translated into sales, Mercedes-Benz says it is continuing to build on what it calls its "touch-free" experience to stay plugged into its consumer base. Under the used car business, more than 150 cars were sold online in January and February.

Maha lockdown: Auto plants in state scale down operations

Maha lockdown: Auto plants in state scale down operations

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

On Day One of the lockdown announced by the Maharashtra Government, it wasn't business as usual for automobile manufacturing units in the State. Confusion prevailed over regulations-what is allowed and what isn't. While some units ran with less than half the workforce, others sought clarity from the government on what is permissible and what isn't.

Mercedes-Benz to set up body-building unit in Pune

Mercedes-Benz to set up body-building unit in Pune

Rediff.com27 Sep 2010

Mercedes-Benz India on Monday said it will start bus body-building by the second half of next year, for which it will set up a new unit at its Pune plant. "Already we are building a bus chassis at our Pune plant.

Mercedes-Benz to speed up expansion plans in India

Mercedes-Benz to speed up expansion plans in India

Rediff.com15 Jun 2010

Wilfried Aulbur, MD & CEO of Mercedes-Benz India speaks about his plans for India

Merc E-Class Coupe @ Rs 54.83 lakh

Merc E-Class Coupe @ Rs 54.83 lakh

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

E-Class Coupe has state-of-the-art technology and high safety standards, which meets the needs of young individuals looking for a car that is athletic, striking and passionate.

Merc to invest Rs 150-cr for expansion

Merc to invest Rs 150-cr for expansion

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

Mercedes-Benz India has indicated to invest Rs 150 crore (Rs 1.5 billion) in network expansion and upgradation of network partners during this financial year. Hyderabad and the adjoining areas have around 1,200 Mercedes-Benz cars.

Mercedes starts locally assembling of S-Class in India

Mercedes starts locally assembling of S-Class in India

Rediff.com13 Mar 2014

The locally produced top-end model S 500 will be priced at Rs 1.39 crore or Rs 13.9 million (ex-showroom, Delhi) and will be rolled out from the manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune, Mercedes-Benz India said in a statement, adding that this strategic move will help to cater to the increasing demand.

Merc launches luxury bus @ Rs 85 lakh

Merc launches luxury bus @ Rs 85 lakh

Rediff.com6 Jan 2010

The chasis of the three-axles vehicle will be made by Mercedes Benz while the body will be assembled by its Indian partner Sutlej Motors.

Mercedes to hike vehicle prices by up to 2% from January

Mercedes to hike vehicle prices by up to 2% from January

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

Mercedes-Benz India will increase prices of its vehicles across all models by up to 2 per cent from January 1, 2016, to offset rising input cost.

How Mercedes is gaining speed in a slowing car market

How Mercedes is gaining speed in a slowing car market

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

From watches and sunglasses to trekking/fitness bicycles, online shoppers seem ready to loosen purse strings.

Mercedes to launch 12 products this year

Mercedes to launch 12 products this year

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

Sales jumped 32% as compared to the previous year

Mercedes to launch 15 new models in India

Mercedes to launch 15 new models in India

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

The Three-Pointed Star also unveiled its 2021 motto coined as 'Reimagining Excellence', which aims at making the brand more desirable and drawing customers closer.

Mercedes launches petrol GLS 400 priced at Rs 82.90 lakh

Mercedes launches petrol GLS 400 priced at Rs 82.90 lakh

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

Merc says it has completed offering petrol option along with diesel variants for all the models that it sells in India

Get your driving skills honed by Mercedes-Benz

Get your driving skills honed by Mercedes-Benz

Rediff.com31 Jan 2013

Mercedes-Benz Performance Drive event offers motoring enthusiasts an opportunity to hone their driving skills in progressive steps through certified programs conducted by certified global trainers.

Cars get costlier, Mercedes hikes prices by Rs 5 lakh

Cars get costlier, Mercedes hikes prices by Rs 5 lakh

Rediff.com2 Mar 2016

Mercedes sells models ranging from A Class to Maybach, priced between Rs 28 lakh and Rs 1.67 crore.

Why foreign car-makers are betting big on track car models

Why foreign car-makers are betting big on track car models

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Mercedes-Benz, Ferrari, Porsche and Lamborghini are some marquee badges that have introduced track cars to excite hard-core customers who want to push their cars to the limit, says Pavan Lall.

Mercedes Benz pushes for pre-owned cars

Mercedes Benz pushes for pre-owned cars

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

The company feels dynamics of used car space was changing fast in India owing to various financing options available to customers.

Luxury car sales rose a mere 4.9% in 2018, no uptick on horizon

Luxury car sales rose a mere 4.9% in 2018, no uptick on horizon

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

If one leaves aside 2016, when sales declined 4.68 per cent, the pace of growth in 2018 is the slowest in a decade, according to IHS Markit, a sales forecast and market research firm.

What India Inc says about Budget 2022

What India Inc says about Budget 2022

Rediff.com2 Feb 2022

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday unveiled a Rs 39.45 lakh crore Budget with a view to fire up the key engines of the economy to sustain a world-beating recovery from the pandemic. This was Sitharaman's fourth Budget. While the taxpayers were left in the lurch, once again, was she able to cheer Corporate India?

Merc to hike prices by up to Rs 58 lakh from April

Merc to hike prices by up to Rs 58 lakh from April

Rediff.com14 Mar 2013

The hike in price ranges from 1-4 per cent for locally produced models, and up to 20 per cent for select completely built units, the company said in a statement.

Mercedes launches B Class diesel at Rs 22.6 lakh

Mercedes launches B Class diesel at Rs 22.6 lakh

Rediff.com11 Jul 2013

The car has been a run-away success globally within the first few months of its launch.

India Inc raised $1.99 bn from overseas mkts

India Inc raised $1.99 bn from overseas mkts

Rediff.com8 Aug 2012

Indian firms raised the money via external commercial borrowings.

Mercedes launches E63 AMG, priced at Rs 1.29 crore

Mercedes launches E63 AMG, priced at Rs 1.29 crore

Rediff.com25 Jul 2013

it comes with a 5.5-litre V8 engine, with a displacement of 5,461 cc.

Mercedes to launch pre-owned car brand in India

Mercedes to launch pre-owned car brand in India

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

Mercedes-Benz on Friday said it will announce the launch of a separate brand for pre-owned cars in December.

Merc rolls out new E-Class @ Rs 43.65 lakh

Merc rolls out new E-Class @ Rs 43.65 lakh

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

The new E-Class diesel variant carries an introductory price of Rs 43.65 lakh or Rs 4.36 million (ex-showroom Pune), while the petrol version is priced at Rs 40.73 lakh or Rs 4.07 million.

Mercedes to launch G63 SUV on Feb 19

Mercedes to launch G63 SUV on Feb 19

Rediff.com18 Feb 2013

The Mercedes G-class was developed as a military vehicle on suggestion by the Shah of Iran.

Mercedes GL 'Grand Edition' at Rs 65.50 lakh

Mercedes GL 'Grand Edition' at Rs 65.50 lakh

Rediff.com1 Feb 2012

The distinctive, new GL- Class Grand Edition's level of spaciousness and comfort is at par with that of a luxury saloon.

Mercedes-Benz launches City Bus in India

Mercedes-Benz launches City Bus in India

Rediff.com9 Mar 2012

Mercedes-Benz has announced its foray into the city bus segment in India.

The Rs 60 lakh Mercedes Benz M Class now in India

The Rs 60 lakh Mercedes Benz M Class now in India

Rediff.com15 May 2012

Mercedes Benz India has introduced this M Class in two editions.

BMW sedans to cost Rs 1.3 lakhs more!

BMW sedans to cost Rs 1.3 lakhs more!

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

BMW Group India is announcing a price increase of up to 5 per cent across the BMW and Mini product range effective August 15, 2013, according to a company statement.

Customers can access Mercedes web site via mobile

Customers can access Mercedes web site via mobile

Rediff.com10 Jun 2011

New mobile-optimized website can be readily accessed through multiple mobile devices.

Mercedes prepares to enter leasing market

Mercedes prepares to enter leasing market

Rediff.com18 Jul 2011

German luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz is preparing to commence leasing vehicles to consumers in the Indian market by the end of this year. No other luxury car maker in the country currently offers vehicles on lease directly to customers.

Mercedes to launch compact cars in India in 2012

Mercedes to launch compact cars in India in 2012

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

Cars with left-hand-drive option would be introduced globally later this year in Europe.

With new GLC Coupe, Mercedes makes it 4 launches in 4 months

With new GLC Coupe, Mercedes makes it 4 launches in 4 months

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

Equipped with the ' Mercedes Me' connect feature which makes this one too a connected car, this is the 10th 'Made in India' product from Mercedes and comes in two engine variants. The 300d 4MATIC diesel and the 300 4MATIC petrol, both BS VI versions. The diesel is an in-line 4-cylinder engine that churns out 245 hp power and 500 Nm of peak torque, and can do a 0-100 km/h in 6.6 seconds, while the GLC 300 Coup in-line petrol engine produces 258 hp and 370 Nm of torque and can do 0-100km/h in just 6.3 seconds!