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Historic and iconic images of Mercedes-Benz

Historic and iconic images of Mercedes-Benz

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Mercedes-Benz is one of the most iconic brands in the world.

Mercedes-Benz to increase prices by Rs 2-12 lakh across models from Apr 1

Mercedes-Benz to increase prices by Rs 2-12 lakh across models from Apr 1

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India on Thursday said it will increase prices of its vehicles ranging between Rs 2 lakh to Rs 12 lakh across different models from April 1, to offset rising input costs specially the adverse impact of foreign exchange. This will be the second time in three months that the company is increasing prices of its vehicles. The ex-showroom price of the company's model range will increase by up to 5 per cent from April 1, 2023, the company said.

Mercedes-Benz India bets big on India's growth story

Mercedes-Benz India bets big on India's growth story

Rediff.com3 Jun 2013

Mercedes-Benz India bets big on India's growth story.

Mercedes-Benz B-Class: India's first sports tourer launched

Mercedes-Benz B-Class: India's first sports tourer launched

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

This Mercedes-Benz model is based on the MFA platform that the A-Class is based on.

Kiara Advani And Karan Johar's Unexpected Collab!

Kiara Advani And Karan Johar's Unexpected Collab!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

It has been almost a year since Kiara Advani embraced motherhood and the actor is back doing what she does best -- serving fashion moments. Kiara made her first runway appearance since welcoming her baby girl as she turned showstopper for designer Rahul Mishra at India Couture Week 2025 alongside filmmaker Karan Johar.

Mercedes-Benz India to raise prices by 1-3%

Mercedes-Benz India to raise prices by 1-3%

Rediff.com1 Jan 2013

Cites rising inputs costs, volatility of the rupee-euro, high interest rates for increased prices.

Mercedes-Benz: 4 new stunning cars soon in India

Mercedes-Benz: 4 new stunning cars soon in India

Rediff.com1 Jan 2013

Announcing launches of not less than four of its dashing rides that are to take place over the next 6 months, Mercedes has definitely created tidal waves in the already raging waters of its arch rivals.

RP Singh gifted a Mercedes Benz

RP Singh gifted a Mercedes Benz

Rediff.com19 Nov 2007

Neo Sports gifted the Indian paceman a Mercedes Benz for his performance at the Twenty20 World Cup.

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.

Majority of Mercedes-Benz models in India to be EVs by 2030: CEO Schwenk

Majority of Mercedes-Benz models in India to be EVs by 2030: CEO Schwenk

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Driven by a rise in sales during the current year, German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz said on Thursday that the company is expecting a growth in sales of around 8-10 per cent in the next few years. This comes at a time when the company is ready to surpass the previous highest sales of 15,538 vehicles (2018) in 2022. During the first half, the company sold 7,600 units. It already has an order bank of around 7,000 vehicles. In 2021, the company sold 11,242 vehicles.

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Sedans Hold Ground In Luxury Market Despite SUV Wave

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

While SUVs have steadily gained share across the industry, data shows that nearly three in 10 luxury vehicles sold in India are sedans, highlighting the segment's resilience despite years of SUV-led growth.

Mercedes-Benz S-Class gets a facelift

Mercedes-Benz S-Class gets a facelift

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

New Mercedes-Benz S-Class gets a power lift and cosmetic changes, says Joshua David Luther.

How Mercedes Benz plans to regain its supremacy

How Mercedes Benz plans to regain its supremacy

Rediff.com2 Sep 2011

Ironically, the loss of the number one position happened at a time when Benz has grown at a record 80 per cent clip last year.

Iconic images capture the beauty of Mercedes-Benz

Iconic images capture the beauty of Mercedes-Benz

Rediff.com20 Nov 2013

Let's take a look at some of the models manufactured by the company down the years.

Check out the new Mercedes-Benz SLK

Check out the new Mercedes-Benz SLK

Rediff.com28 May 2005

Mercedes-Benz's mega India plans: 12 new launches and double digit sales growth

Mercedes-Benz's mega India plans: 12 new launches and double digit sales growth

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

Mercedes-Benz India is aiming to post double-digit growth in sales volume during 2024 as it plans to launch over 12 car models during the year, says its managing director and CEO Santosh Iyer. The German carmaker, which leads the luxury car market in the country, recorded 10 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) growth to 17,408 units in 2023. "For 2023, we always said that the growth would be in double digits.

Mercedes-Benz launches 2014 edition of CLS 350

Mercedes-Benz launches 2014 edition of CLS 350

Rediff.com2 Jul 2014

Mercedes-Benz has launched the 2014 edition of its luxury sedan CLS 350 in petrol engine, priced at Rs 89.9 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

Mercedes-Benz plans finance arm in India

Mercedes-Benz plans finance arm in India

Rediff.com6 Dec 2008

The initiative is in its early stages of discussion, with the company undertaking a basic assessment of the domestic automobile finance market. While details are yet to be worked out, the financing arm could be on the lines of services offered by the Daimler group for its clients in Europe and West Asia among others.

Hosting wife's birthday party on bridge lands couple in trouble

Hosting wife's birthday party on bridge lands couple in trouble

Rediff.com1 days ago

A lavish midnight birthday celebration on Guwahati's Kumar Bhaskar Varma Bridge led to the detention of businessman Gautam Baruah, his wife Karabi Baruah, and 12 others, with four luxury vehicles seized, after viral videos prompted a police investigation into alleged traffic and public safety violations.

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 GLA: You can't find a better looking SUV

Mercedes-Benz GLA: You can't find a better looking SUV

Rediff.com6 Oct 2014

It's in the looks department that Mercedes-Benz's new compact sports utility vehicle, the GLA, scores over its competition in the luxury segment.

Mercedes-Benz India to up R&D headcount four-fold

Mercedes-Benz India to up R&D headcount four-fold

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

Luxury car maker Mercedes-Benz India plans to increase its headcount by up to four-fold at the research and development centre in Bangalore in the next few years and will invest Rs 150 crore (Rs 1.5 billion) together with its partners for expanding distribution network in the country.

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The V-Class will be locally produced at the Mercedes facility in Chakan, near Pune, making it the second product, after the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, to begin local production.

Mercedes-Benz's A35 AMG limousine: Made for the thrill seekers

Mercedes-Benz's A35 AMG limousine: Made for the thrill seekers

Rediff.com6 Apr 2021

Step on the gas and the power that propels the compact four-seater will take you by surprise as it hurtles towards the 80 kmph like a racing thoroughbred, never compromising any stability thanks to its rigid chassis and solid 1,600-kg kerb weight that gives it a well-planted feel along straights, corners and tricky lanes and roads, says Pavan Lall.

Mercedes-Benz's India sales jump 36% in FY23; female customer base doubles

Mercedes-Benz's India sales jump 36% in FY23; female customer base doubles

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Sales of Mercedes-Benz in the country have jumped by 36.67 per cent to 16,497 units in 2022-23 amid high demand for its top-end vehicles, according to its India MD & CEO Santosh Iyer. "This is the highest-ever sales recorded by the company in any financial year," he stated. In the luxury car segment of India, Mercedes-Benz is the market leader with about a 42 per cent share.

Mercedes-Benz launches G63 AMG at Rs 1.4 crore

Mercedes-Benz launches G63 AMG at Rs 1.4 crore

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG made its India debut in a glitzy event in Mumbai on Tuesday.

Mercedes-Benz launches GL-Class SUV at Rs 77.5 lakh

Mercedes-Benz launches GL-Class SUV at Rs 77.5 lakh

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Mercedes-Benz GL-Class SUV intimidates with its size, but it is an elegant machine for mature drivers.

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.

Mercedes-Benz to launch new variants in India

Mercedes-Benz to launch new variants in India

Rediff.com8 Sep 2009

The company also plans to increase headcount by 500 to 1,000 engineers at its R & D centre in Bangalore in the next few years from the existing 200-250 people.

Mercedes clocks record Navratri sale of 2,500 cars

Mercedes clocks record Navratri sale of 2,500 cars

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

'We expect this festival buying spirit to continue in October as well, with upcoming festivities including Dhanteras and Diwali, which traditionally witness spirited buying from customers.'

Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus BMW 3-Series: Which is a good buy?

Mercedes-Benz C-Class versus BMW 3-Series: Which is a good buy?

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

Mercedes-Benz India has been on a roll.

Mercedes-Benz unveils new B Class at Rs 27.95 lakh

Mercedes-Benz unveils new B Class at Rs 27.95 lakh

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

Power and torque outputs have been upped.

Mercedes-Benz aims to recapture top spot in India

Mercedes-Benz aims to recapture top spot in India

Rediff.com14 Dec 2012

It has, however, decided to go slow on plans to assemble the B-Class in India.

Force Motors Reports Highest Ever Revenue And Profitability

Force Motors Reports Highest Ever Revenue And Profitability

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

Force Motors Limited announced its highest-ever revenue and profitability for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, driven by growth across its Urbania, Trax, and Traveller platforms, as well as defence partnerships and international engine manufacturing.

Mercedes Benz India sales up 25% in H1 2014

Mercedes Benz India sales up 25% in H1 2014

Rediff.com28 Jul 2014

Significant contributor to this growth has been the flagship S-Class sedan and the ML-Class SUV and the NGC (new generation cars) portfolio comprising the A-Class and B-Class.

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible: Neighbour's envy, owner's pride

Mercedes-Benz C-Class Convertible: Neighbour's envy, owner's pride

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

We drove in Italy what will be Mercedes-Benz's most affordable drophead offering in India - the new C-Class Cabriolet!

As FIFA World Cup nears, homeless in US host city feel the heat

As FIFA World Cup nears, homeless in US host city feel the heat

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

When Atlanta hosted the 1996 Olympics, police were accused of arresting homeless people by the thousands. The crackdown resulted in a welter of lawsuits and news stories that caused long-term damage to the city's reputation. Now the Georgia state capital is looking to show the world that it has moved on, as it hosts World Cup games this summer.

The Rs 1.3 crore Mercedes Benz AMG C63 is here!

The Rs 1.3 crore Mercedes Benz AMG C63 is here!

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

This is Mercedes' 10th AMG model in India

The new Mercedes-Benz AMG is a cracker on the road

The new Mercedes-Benz AMG is a cracker on the road

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

The Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG is easily the most attractive four-door coupe of its generation. It drives hard, but can leave you reaching for the painkiller

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Mercedes Rules Luxury Cars Segment

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

For the first time in history, the luxury car market is poised to cross the sales mark of 50,000 units in 2024, with Mercedes leading the way