ZINJAS
17. Novembris 2006, 17:55
Pirms garā raksta mazs statistisks kopsavilkums, pāris fakti:
• Kopš 1946. gada nopirktas 11,5 miljoni E-klases Tagadējā, 7. paaudzes E-klase kopš 2002. gada jau ir nopirkta 1,1 miljoni gab. – šobrīd līdere savā klasē starp visiem autoražotājiem.
• S-klasei (pieskaitītas arī kupejas un SL sērija...) kopš 1965. gada ir pārdoti vairāk kā 4 miljoni gab., šajā ziņā MB konkurentu vispār neesot.
• Un kopš 1983. gada ir saražoti apmēram 6,9 miljoni C-klašu.
2006-11-14
Positive sales development at Mercedes-Benz demonstrates the long-term success of the brand`s product strategy
25-millionth vehicle handed over to the owner of a Munich taxi company at the Sindelfingen Customer Center
Stuttgart, Nov 14, 2006
Mercedes-Benz is celebrating an extraordinary anniversary: The brand has delivered 25 million passenger cars to customers worldwide since 1945. Dr. Klaus Maier, Executive Vice President Mercedes Car Group, responsible for Sales and Marketing: "The positive sales development at Mercedes-Benz during the last 60 years impressively demonstrates the long-term success of our product strategy. No other premium automaker boasts such an attractive portfolio so geared toward customer demands."
The milestone vehicle – a new generation E-Class – was handed over to the owner of a Munich taxi company at the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center in Sindelfingen. "The first postwar Mercedes-Benz passenger car rolled off the line here in Sindelfingen more than 60 years ago," said Dr. Eberhard Haller, Vice President and Manager of the DaimlerChrysler plant in Sindelfingen. "That vehicle marked the beginning of the ascent of Mercedes-Benz to become the world`s most valuable and successful automobile brand. Today`s handing over of the 25-millionth Mercedes-Benz is a special occasion that will further motivate both the staff in Sindelfingen and the entire Mercedes-Benz organization."
The cornerstone of the successful postwar history of Mercedes-Benz was laid in 1946 with the launch of the Mercedes 170 (W 136 Series). Since that time, more than 11.5 million customers from all over the world have chosen a Mercedes-Benz upper-range model. The current seventh generation of the E Class is also a great success: Some 1.1 million units have been sold since its market launch in 2002, making it the best-selling vehicle in its segment.
The S-Class symbolizes automotive luxury since its market launch in 1965. The flagship model from Mercedes-Benz dominates the competitive field in the luxury segment ever since. In particular, the S Class continues to demonstrate its outstanding role as a trendsetter for the entire auto industry when it comes to safety. The S-Class has recorded sales of more than four million sedans, coupes and roadsters since 1965, making it the undisputed top-selling automobile in the luxury segment.
The launch of the 190 Series – the so-called Baby Benz – in 1983 enabled Mercedes to successfully position the first mid-range premium vehicle, while also setting new technological standards in that segment. Today, the C-Class is the best-selling Mercedes-Benz model series and a key factor in guaranteeing the brand`s success around the world. Some 6.9 million units of the C-Class family have been sold worldwide since 1983.
With the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, which has been built at the DaimlerChrysler plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, since 1997, Mercedes-Benz was able to successfully establish a premium vehicle in the sport utility segment as well. Demand for the M-Class exceeded all expectations from the very beginning, and production capacity in Tuscaloosa has been continually expanded as a result. The Alabama plant also produces the R Class since 2005 and the GL-Class since 2006. Together with the classic G Class off-roader, Mercedes-Benz now offers the most varied product program in the premium SUV segment. Mercedes-Benz has now sold more than one million SUVs worldwide.
The year 1997 also marked the production launch of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class with the aim of using a new vehicle concept to open up an additional market segment for the brand with the star. Innovations such as the still-unique sandwich concept, the standard-fitted Electronic Stability Program (ESP), and a new design and space concept continue to set standards for the compact class today. The A Class was already a million-seller in its first model cycle. The B-Class, which in 2005 became the second model series produced at DaimlerChrysler`s Rastatt plant, has followed up on the success of the A Class, with more than 150,000 customers opting for the vehicle in the first 15 months after its market launch.
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• Kopš 1946. gada nopirktas 11,5 miljoni E-klases Tagadējā, 7. paaudzes E-klase kopš 2002. gada jau ir nopirkta 1,1 miljoni gab. – šobrīd līdere savā klasē starp visiem autoražotājiem.
• S-klasei (pieskaitītas arī kupejas un SL sērija...) kopš 1965. gada ir pārdoti vairāk kā 4 miljoni gab., šajā ziņā MB konkurentu vispār neesot.
• Un kopš 1983. gada ir saražoti apmēram 6,9 miljoni C-klašu.
2006-11-14
Positive sales development at Mercedes-Benz demonstrates the long-term success of the brand`s product strategy
25-millionth vehicle handed over to the owner of a Munich taxi company at the Sindelfingen Customer Center
Stuttgart, Nov 14, 2006
Mercedes-Benz is celebrating an extraordinary anniversary: The brand has delivered 25 million passenger cars to customers worldwide since 1945. Dr. Klaus Maier, Executive Vice President Mercedes Car Group, responsible for Sales and Marketing: "The positive sales development at Mercedes-Benz during the last 60 years impressively demonstrates the long-term success of our product strategy. No other premium automaker boasts such an attractive portfolio so geared toward customer demands."
The milestone vehicle – a new generation E-Class – was handed over to the owner of a Munich taxi company at the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center in Sindelfingen. "The first postwar Mercedes-Benz passenger car rolled off the line here in Sindelfingen more than 60 years ago," said Dr. Eberhard Haller, Vice President and Manager of the DaimlerChrysler plant in Sindelfingen. "That vehicle marked the beginning of the ascent of Mercedes-Benz to become the world`s most valuable and successful automobile brand. Today`s handing over of the 25-millionth Mercedes-Benz is a special occasion that will further motivate both the staff in Sindelfingen and the entire Mercedes-Benz organization."
The cornerstone of the successful postwar history of Mercedes-Benz was laid in 1946 with the launch of the Mercedes 170 (W 136 Series). Since that time, more than 11.5 million customers from all over the world have chosen a Mercedes-Benz upper-range model. The current seventh generation of the E Class is also a great success: Some 1.1 million units have been sold since its market launch in 2002, making it the best-selling vehicle in its segment.
The S-Class symbolizes automotive luxury since its market launch in 1965. The flagship model from Mercedes-Benz dominates the competitive field in the luxury segment ever since. In particular, the S Class continues to demonstrate its outstanding role as a trendsetter for the entire auto industry when it comes to safety. The S-Class has recorded sales of more than four million sedans, coupes and roadsters since 1965, making it the undisputed top-selling automobile in the luxury segment.
The launch of the 190 Series – the so-called Baby Benz – in 1983 enabled Mercedes to successfully position the first mid-range premium vehicle, while also setting new technological standards in that segment. Today, the C-Class is the best-selling Mercedes-Benz model series and a key factor in guaranteeing the brand`s success around the world. Some 6.9 million units of the C-Class family have been sold worldwide since 1983.
With the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, which has been built at the DaimlerChrysler plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, since 1997, Mercedes-Benz was able to successfully establish a premium vehicle in the sport utility segment as well. Demand for the M-Class exceeded all expectations from the very beginning, and production capacity in Tuscaloosa has been continually expanded as a result. The Alabama plant also produces the R Class since 2005 and the GL-Class since 2006. Together with the classic G Class off-roader, Mercedes-Benz now offers the most varied product program in the premium SUV segment. Mercedes-Benz has now sold more than one million SUVs worldwide.
The year 1997 also marked the production launch of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class with the aim of using a new vehicle concept to open up an additional market segment for the brand with the star. Innovations such as the still-unique sandwich concept, the standard-fitted Electronic Stability Program (ESP), and a new design and space concept continue to set standards for the compact class today. The A Class was already a million-seller in its first model cycle. The B-Class, which in 2005 became the second model series produced at DaimlerChrysler`s Rastatt plant, has followed up on the success of the A Class, with more than 150,000 customers opting for the vehicle in the first 15 months after its market launch.
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ZINJAS
05. Decembris 2006, 17:02
Cars that warn each other of impending danger
Car-2-X Communication: Cars that warn each other of impending danger: DaimlerChrysler first in the world to effectuate the new technology
In future, motorists will be able to detect danger even if the danger spot lies around the next bend or over the horizon. This has now been successfully verified by DaimlerChrysler experts and their partners in a field test conducted at the conclusion of the "WILLWARN" (Wireless Local Danger Warning) European research project. During the course of this test, five vehicles equipped with WLAN-based radio technology used the "Car-2-X Communication" system to radio details of critical situations detected by their on-board sensors – fog, black ice or obstacles on the road such as broken-down vehicles – to following cars. These early warnings enabled the drivers of the cars behind to prepare for the danger and adapt their speed in plenty of time.
DaimlerChrysler had already tested this technology some six years ago – a world first at the time – by sending the first ever inter-communicating vehicle fleet out onto the road as part of the "FleetNet" research project. This field test demonstrated that WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) technology, which had already proven a success when used for wireless Internet access, also allowed vehicles to communicate with each other. One of the key benefits is that expensive, fixed-installation transmitting and receiving devices are not required, since the cars themselves act as both transmitters and receivers. The cars establish an ad-hoc radio network and send any necessary warnings to all other vehicles within a radius of around 500 metres. For vehicles outside of this radio range, the cars act as relays and pass on any warnings in much the same way as a relay runner would hand over a baton. No additional sensors are required to detect critical situations, since the necessary information is provided by the anti-lock braking system (ABS), the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®), the steering-angle sensors, the outside thermometer or the navigation system.
The DaimlerChrysler engineers incorporated the key groundwork laid during the course of the "FleetNet" project into the subsequent "NOW" (Network On Wheels) programme (a German cooperation project) and the current "WILLWARN" project. Their aim was to use the experience gained to work together with partners from the automotive components and electronics industries in order to further develop and standardise this promising technology whilst also securing the rights to use the required frequencies. The DaimlerChrysler specialists also supplied information to partners who only joined the project at a later stage, quickly realising that the only way to establish a fully-functioning WLAN radio network that would benefit all road users was to cooperate with other car manufacturers and the relevant authorities. After all, for an ad hoc radio network to be of any use, enough vehicles have to be equipped with the necessary technology.
Radio beacons at the side of the road are required in order to ensure that the first vehicles to be equipped with such a system benefit immediately. These stationary radio nodes could also be used to provide traffic control centres with additional and better information. However, direct contact with the Internet and its numerous fields of application is also possible. In addition to warning motorists of critical situations in advance, the new radio network could therefore also be used to improve the flow of traffic: communicating cars could guide their occupants away from traffic congestion or even prevent tailbacks from occurring at all.
DaimlerChrysler was also one of the instigators behind the European "Car2Car Communication Consortium" and is involved in the American Vehicle-Infrastructure Integration Initiative. These projects lay the political foundations for vehicle communication in Europe and America and have the aim of accelerating the process of standardisation.
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Car-2-X Communication: Cars that warn each other of impending danger: DaimlerChrysler first in the world to effectuate the new technology
In future, motorists will be able to detect danger even if the danger spot lies around the next bend or over the horizon. This has now been successfully verified by DaimlerChrysler experts and their partners in a field test conducted at the conclusion of the "WILLWARN" (Wireless Local Danger Warning) European research project. During the course of this test, five vehicles equipped with WLAN-based radio technology used the "Car-2-X Communication" system to radio details of critical situations detected by their on-board sensors – fog, black ice or obstacles on the road such as broken-down vehicles – to following cars. These early warnings enabled the drivers of the cars behind to prepare for the danger and adapt their speed in plenty of time.
DaimlerChrysler had already tested this technology some six years ago – a world first at the time – by sending the first ever inter-communicating vehicle fleet out onto the road as part of the "FleetNet" research project. This field test demonstrated that WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) technology, which had already proven a success when used for wireless Internet access, also allowed vehicles to communicate with each other. One of the key benefits is that expensive, fixed-installation transmitting and receiving devices are not required, since the cars themselves act as both transmitters and receivers. The cars establish an ad-hoc radio network and send any necessary warnings to all other vehicles within a radius of around 500 metres. For vehicles outside of this radio range, the cars act as relays and pass on any warnings in much the same way as a relay runner would hand over a baton. No additional sensors are required to detect critical situations, since the necessary information is provided by the anti-lock braking system (ABS), the Electronic Stability Program (ESP®), the steering-angle sensors, the outside thermometer or the navigation system.
The DaimlerChrysler engineers incorporated the key groundwork laid during the course of the "FleetNet" project into the subsequent "NOW" (Network On Wheels) programme (a German cooperation project) and the current "WILLWARN" project. Their aim was to use the experience gained to work together with partners from the automotive components and electronics industries in order to further develop and standardise this promising technology whilst also securing the rights to use the required frequencies. The DaimlerChrysler specialists also supplied information to partners who only joined the project at a later stage, quickly realising that the only way to establish a fully-functioning WLAN radio network that would benefit all road users was to cooperate with other car manufacturers and the relevant authorities. After all, for an ad hoc radio network to be of any use, enough vehicles have to be equipped with the necessary technology.
Radio beacons at the side of the road are required in order to ensure that the first vehicles to be equipped with such a system benefit immediately. These stationary radio nodes could also be used to provide traffic control centres with additional and better information. However, direct contact with the Internet and its numerous fields of application is also possible. In addition to warning motorists of critical situations in advance, the new radio network could therefore also be used to improve the flow of traffic: communicating cars could guide their occupants away from traffic congestion or even prevent tailbacks from occurring at all.
DaimlerChrysler was also one of the instigators behind the European "Car2Car Communication Consortium" and is involved in the American Vehicle-Infrastructure Integration Initiative. These projects lay the political foundations for vehicle communication in Europe and America and have the aim of accelerating the process of standardisation.
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ZINJAS
05. Decembris 2006, 17:34
partulkot shito un rakstos ieksh,...aizet!
ZINJAS
05. Decembris 2006, 17:39
[user]2|SZ|[/user]partulkot shito un rakstos ieksh,...aizet!
Nav laika... Rīt 1/5 daļu tāpat TVnets vai vēl kādi "apstrādājuši" un varēs izlasīt. Cits -- neesam jau definējuši rakstu valodas, saprotu, ka dažiem ir grūtības, bet tas pats ar krievu valodu (ir bijuši raksti), vācu... Lai tulko, kam ir tāda iespēja, uzskatu, ka svarīgāk, lai par to vispār uzzina. Vai -- kad šo pašu pārpublicēsim no TVneta galā varētu pielikt plašāku tekstu svešvalodā. Tas pats par visiem iepriekšējiem rakstiem, kur latviski ir vienkārši nožēlojama nekāda informācija. Tā sakot -- lai saprot, par ko runa un interesenti var lasīt visu pārējo svešvalodā nemeklējot googlā.
ZINJAS
16. Decembris 2006, 00:07
Despite pressure to cut costs and increase productivity, DaimlerChrysler will not blur the distinctions between its Chrysler Group and Mercedes brands, said head of corporate development Ruediger Grube.
"A Mercedes will remain a Mercedes and may not share a platform with anyone," Grube said, according to Reuters. "We will not use a vehicle platform for several brands."
Recently, a number of investors began putting pressure DaimlerChrysler to consider a de-merger of Chrysler and Mercedes-Benz. The shareholders were critical of the lack of synergy between the two halves of the company. "Cooperation between Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler is still very limited," one portfolio manager said. Grube`s comments will likely bolster the de-merger movement among skeptical investors.
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"A Mercedes will remain a Mercedes and may not share a platform with anyone," Grube said, according to Reuters. "We will not use a vehicle platform for several brands."
Recently, a number of investors began putting pressure DaimlerChrysler to consider a de-merger of Chrysler and Mercedes-Benz. The shareholders were critical of the lack of synergy between the two halves of the company. "Cooperation between Mercedes-Benz and Chrysler is still very limited," one portfolio manager said. Grube`s comments will likely bolster the de-merger movement among skeptical investors.
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ZINJAS
20. Februāris 2007, 00:41
Biju palaidis garām šo rakstu www.db.lv
Vācijas un ASV automašīnu koncerns DaimlerChrysler pirmo reizi oficiāli paziņojis, ka 1998. gadā slēgtā savienība varētu tikt šķirta, ziņo NEWSru.
14. februārī kompānijas DaimlerChrysler publicētajā atskaitē ir teikts, ka kompānijas ienākumi ir palielinājušies par 14% un veido 3,2 miljardus EUR. Ienākumi galvenokārt nāk no Eiropas meitas uzņēmuma Mercedes Car Group. Savukārt amerikāņu Chrysler 2006. gadu beidzis ar 1,5 miljardu USD zaudējumiem. Pēc šādu ziņu saņemšanas kompānija DaimlerChrysler pirmo reizi atzina iespēju sadalīties nākotnē.
Kompāniju Daimler Benz un Chrysler savienošanās notika 1998. gadā. Šī savienošanās tika uzskatīta par gadsimta darījumu automašīnu ražotāju pasaulē. Šodien analītiķiem ir skaidrs, ka šīs kāzas nav izdevušās, raksta Euronews. Koncerna ienākumi aug, bet Chrysler tos bremzē. Chrysler ir jau paguvuši nokristies uz 4 vietu ASV automašīnu tirgū. Un tiešī šī iemesla dēļ Daimler ir pasūtījis neatkarīgu Chrysler novērtējumu.
Pēc ekspertu domām, ātru kompānijas sadalīšanos nevar gaidīt. Sākumā kompānija centīsies glābt DaimlerChrysler un šīs metodes būs drastiskas. Db.lv jau informēja, ka Chrysler Group samazinās darbinieku skaitu par 13 000 (tas ir 16% no kopējo darbinieku daudzuma) līdz 2009. gadam. Vēl tiks slēgtas vairākas rūpnīcas - tādejādi viena gada laikā saražoto automašīnu skaits samazināsies par 400 000.
Chrysler mērķis ir līdz 2009. gadam palielināt ieņēmumus līdz 4,5 miljardiem USD un pārdošanas rentabilitāti palielināt par 2,5%. DaimlerChrysler ir paziņojusi, ka, ja šīs sankcijas nedos nekādu labumu, tad kompāniju sadalīšanās ir neizbēgama.
Vācijas un ASV automašīnu koncerns DaimlerChrysler pirmo reizi oficiāli paziņojis, ka 1998. gadā slēgtā savienība varētu tikt šķirta, ziņo NEWSru.
14. februārī kompānijas DaimlerChrysler publicētajā atskaitē ir teikts, ka kompānijas ienākumi ir palielinājušies par 14% un veido 3,2 miljardus EUR. Ienākumi galvenokārt nāk no Eiropas meitas uzņēmuma Mercedes Car Group. Savukārt amerikāņu Chrysler 2006. gadu beidzis ar 1,5 miljardu USD zaudējumiem. Pēc šādu ziņu saņemšanas kompānija DaimlerChrysler pirmo reizi atzina iespēju sadalīties nākotnē.
Kompāniju Daimler Benz un Chrysler savienošanās notika 1998. gadā. Šī savienošanās tika uzskatīta par gadsimta darījumu automašīnu ražotāju pasaulē. Šodien analītiķiem ir skaidrs, ka šīs kāzas nav izdevušās, raksta Euronews. Koncerna ienākumi aug, bet Chrysler tos bremzē. Chrysler ir jau paguvuši nokristies uz 4 vietu ASV automašīnu tirgū. Un tiešī šī iemesla dēļ Daimler ir pasūtījis neatkarīgu Chrysler novērtējumu.
Pēc ekspertu domām, ātru kompānijas sadalīšanos nevar gaidīt. Sākumā kompānija centīsies glābt DaimlerChrysler un šīs metodes būs drastiskas. Db.lv jau informēja, ka Chrysler Group samazinās darbinieku skaitu par 13 000 (tas ir 16% no kopējo darbinieku daudzuma) līdz 2009. gadam. Vēl tiks slēgtas vairākas rūpnīcas - tādejādi viena gada laikā saražoto automašīnu skaits samazināsies par 400 000.
Chrysler mērķis ir līdz 2009. gadam palielināt ieņēmumus līdz 4,5 miljardiem USD un pārdošanas rentabilitāti palielināt par 2,5%. DaimlerChrysler ir paziņojusi, ka, ja šīs sankcijas nedos nekādu labumu, tad kompāniju sadalīšanās ir neizbēgama.
ZINJAS
20. Februāris 2007, 14:30
mjā....nav nekāds brīnums 
ZINJAS
25. Februāris 2007, 03:17
2007-02-23 S 600 Guard Pullman:
Mercedes-Benz builds new Pullman State Limousine
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Mercedes-Benz engineers are currently developing a new, prestigious luxury limousine with integrated highest protection for governments, businesses, monarchs and heads of state. The armoured Pullman Limousine is based on the long version of the S 600 with a substantially extended wheelbase length. The Mercedes-Benz State Limousine therefore provides a level of roominess worthy of its high-ranking occupants, not to mention outstanding comfort and a fully equipped mobile office. The S 600 Guard Pullman sees the world`s oldest car manufacturer continuing its long tradition of building large state carriages with factory-integrated special-protection features.
Tradition and innovation are part of Mercedes-Benz` corporate culture. Nowhere is this more evident than in the construction of large, armoured, prestigious limousines. The Stuttgart-based manufacturer is the only carmaker that develops and builds impressive Pullman limousines with special protection, primarily for the official engagements of heads of state and monarchs. And it has been doing so for some eight decades without interruption.
Originally, Pullman cars were railroad sleeping cars with luxurious appointments, produced by the American Pullman Palace Car Company; however, it was not long before the name "Pullman" also came to describe Mercedes-Benz cars with an extra-long wheelbase and an extremely large passenger compartment in the rear. Separated from the front compartment by a partition, the rear compartment housed four individual face-to-face seats, allowing four passengers to sit opposite each other in truly grand style.
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The very first Mercedes-Benz car to be factory-fitted with special protection, in 1928, was a long Pullman version of the W 08/460 Nürburg model. This was followed first by the 770 K, which provided protection befitting the status of the Japanese Emperor Hirohito among others, and then by further Pullman Limousines. Eventually, the legendary Mercedes-Benz 600 assumed the mantle of state carriage, holding it for almost thirty years. As well as being used by the government of the Federal Republic of Germany for official business it was the preferred vehicle of governments from numerous other countries and many prominent dynasties. Further Pullman versions of the Mercedes-Benz S-Guard featuring special protection followed in these illustrious footsteps. Dr Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of DaimlerChrysler: "The new Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman continues an impressive tradition and, as before, will offer the very highest levels of protection, comfort and prestige."
Governments, heads of state and royalty all over the world have always appreciated Mercedes-Benz` vast experience and pioneering technical achievements in the construction of prestigious limousines featuring special protection. The luxury limousine not only provides all the communications and entertainment equipment they need, it also offers them space for discreet meetings. So they have everything perfectly under control, whatever the situation, with the added bonus of highly comfortable, individually styled surroundings.
Newly developed based on the S 600
In terms of technology, the new Pullman Limousine is based on the flagship Mercedes Benz S 600 L Guard model. Power comes courtesy of a smooth twelve-cylinder biturbo engine with a displacement of 5513 cc, an output of 380kW/517 hp and an impressive peak torque of 830 Nm.
Both the chassis and the body are new developments, since simply adding on an extension would not have ensured the required overall stability, given the extra-long wheelbase. These new developments also provide the solid design basis for the installation of the heavy special-protection components. In addition, the new State Limousine features a rear entrance with increased headroom. Behind the partition, there is space for four passengers in the rear compartment with luxurious face-to-face seats in the time-honoured Pullman tradition.
Integrated special protection for highest possible security
The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman also offers its discerning passengers the highest possible degree of protection against terrorist attacks. The Highest Protection specified for this car is equivalent to resistance level B6/B7, as tested and certified by state-approved organisations. Plus it meets further requirements that are not even stipulated by any standard, as tested by public and independent organisations. Its armour resists military-standard small-arms projectiles and provides protection against fragments from hand grenades and other explosive devices. Additional safety features include run-flat tyres, a self-sealing fuel tank and a fire-extinguishing system.
In order to achieve the highest possible degree of protection, specialists with many years of experience in security technology equip the Pullman Limousine in Sindelfingen, working on the principle of integrated special protection. In effect this means that, rather than retrofitting the protective elements in the doors, rear wall, side panels, roof lining and firewall, etc. of an already finished vehicle, they fully integrate them into the bodyshell. Hence the body structure is further reinforced. The resulting vehicles offer hallmark Mercedes-Benz build quality combined with comprehensive Highest Protection, including in those areas where retrofits would be all but impossible. The basis for this is long-standing, continuous and close cooperation with nationally and internationally recognised security authorities. Over a period of decades, this collaboration has ensured that the production and development expertise of the Mercedes specialists has continued to grow. Their vast experience in the fields of protection technology and ballistics enables them to react to changing requirements in the most effective way possible.
Thanks to seamless integration of the special-protection features, the paint quality and corrosion protection match the high standards of conventional Mercedes-Benz passenger cars. Furthermore, the Pullman Limousines can be serviced at any Mercedes-Benz service outlet world-wide – a key aspect of the comprehensive, uncomplicated high-level service concept.
It goes without saying that every new Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman will display its own unique brand of styling thanks to an extensive range of appointments options including a choice of paint finishes, leathers and woods. Even the most unusual of customer requests can be met.
The first editions of the new Mercedes-Benz State Limousine are due to be delivered in late 2008.
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Mercedes-Benz builds new Pullman State Limousine
Mercedes-Benz engineers are currently developing a new, prestigious luxury limousine with integrated highest protection for governments, businesses, monarchs and heads of state. The armoured Pullman Limousine is based on the long version of the S 600 with a substantially extended wheelbase length. The Mercedes-Benz State Limousine therefore provides a level of roominess worthy of its high-ranking occupants, not to mention outstanding comfort and a fully equipped mobile office. The S 600 Guard Pullman sees the world`s oldest car manufacturer continuing its long tradition of building large state carriages with factory-integrated special-protection features.
Tradition and innovation are part of Mercedes-Benz` corporate culture. Nowhere is this more evident than in the construction of large, armoured, prestigious limousines. The Stuttgart-based manufacturer is the only carmaker that develops and builds impressive Pullman limousines with special protection, primarily for the official engagements of heads of state and monarchs. And it has been doing so for some eight decades without interruption.
Originally, Pullman cars were railroad sleeping cars with luxurious appointments, produced by the American Pullman Palace Car Company; however, it was not long before the name "Pullman" also came to describe Mercedes-Benz cars with an extra-long wheelbase and an extremely large passenger compartment in the rear. Separated from the front compartment by a partition, the rear compartment housed four individual face-to-face seats, allowing four passengers to sit opposite each other in truly grand style.
The very first Mercedes-Benz car to be factory-fitted with special protection, in 1928, was a long Pullman version of the W 08/460 Nürburg model. This was followed first by the 770 K, which provided protection befitting the status of the Japanese Emperor Hirohito among others, and then by further Pullman Limousines. Eventually, the legendary Mercedes-Benz 600 assumed the mantle of state carriage, holding it for almost thirty years. As well as being used by the government of the Federal Republic of Germany for official business it was the preferred vehicle of governments from numerous other countries and many prominent dynasties. Further Pullman versions of the Mercedes-Benz S-Guard featuring special protection followed in these illustrious footsteps. Dr Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of DaimlerChrysler: "The new Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman continues an impressive tradition and, as before, will offer the very highest levels of protection, comfort and prestige."
Governments, heads of state and royalty all over the world have always appreciated Mercedes-Benz` vast experience and pioneering technical achievements in the construction of prestigious limousines featuring special protection. The luxury limousine not only provides all the communications and entertainment equipment they need, it also offers them space for discreet meetings. So they have everything perfectly under control, whatever the situation, with the added bonus of highly comfortable, individually styled surroundings.
Newly developed based on the S 600
In terms of technology, the new Pullman Limousine is based on the flagship Mercedes Benz S 600 L Guard model. Power comes courtesy of a smooth twelve-cylinder biturbo engine with a displacement of 5513 cc, an output of 380kW/517 hp and an impressive peak torque of 830 Nm.
Both the chassis and the body are new developments, since simply adding on an extension would not have ensured the required overall stability, given the extra-long wheelbase. These new developments also provide the solid design basis for the installation of the heavy special-protection components. In addition, the new State Limousine features a rear entrance with increased headroom. Behind the partition, there is space for four passengers in the rear compartment with luxurious face-to-face seats in the time-honoured Pullman tradition.
Integrated special protection for highest possible security
The Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman also offers its discerning passengers the highest possible degree of protection against terrorist attacks. The Highest Protection specified for this car is equivalent to resistance level B6/B7, as tested and certified by state-approved organisations. Plus it meets further requirements that are not even stipulated by any standard, as tested by public and independent organisations. Its armour resists military-standard small-arms projectiles and provides protection against fragments from hand grenades and other explosive devices. Additional safety features include run-flat tyres, a self-sealing fuel tank and a fire-extinguishing system.
In order to achieve the highest possible degree of protection, specialists with many years of experience in security technology equip the Pullman Limousine in Sindelfingen, working on the principle of integrated special protection. In effect this means that, rather than retrofitting the protective elements in the doors, rear wall, side panels, roof lining and firewall, etc. of an already finished vehicle, they fully integrate them into the bodyshell. Hence the body structure is further reinforced. The resulting vehicles offer hallmark Mercedes-Benz build quality combined with comprehensive Highest Protection, including in those areas where retrofits would be all but impossible. The basis for this is long-standing, continuous and close cooperation with nationally and internationally recognised security authorities. Over a period of decades, this collaboration has ensured that the production and development expertise of the Mercedes specialists has continued to grow. Their vast experience in the fields of protection technology and ballistics enables them to react to changing requirements in the most effective way possible.
Thanks to seamless integration of the special-protection features, the paint quality and corrosion protection match the high standards of conventional Mercedes-Benz passenger cars. Furthermore, the Pullman Limousines can be serviced at any Mercedes-Benz service outlet world-wide – a key aspect of the comprehensive, uncomplicated high-level service concept.
It goes without saying that every new Mercedes-Benz S 600 Guard Pullman will display its own unique brand of styling thanks to an extensive range of appointments options including a choice of paint finishes, leathers and woods. Even the most unusual of customer requests can be met.
The first editions of the new Mercedes-Benz State Limousine are due to be delivered in late 2008.
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25. Februāris 2007, 10:58
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04. Maijs 2007, 19:17
Exclusive Coupés and Cabriolets now even more dynamic and attractive
With its sporty appearance and sumptuous level of appointments, the immediately available Sport Edition is a new highlight among the Coupés and Cabriolets of the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class. 18-inch light-alloy wheels in an exclusive design, AMG styling features in the exterior and bi-xenon headlamps as standard give this special model a particularly distinctive appearance. The sporty, exclusive atmosphere of the interior is especially characterised by the grippy AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel, aluminium-look sports pedals and special velour floor mats.
The letter combination CLK has denoted excitement and driving pleasure for many years. The new "Sport Edition" special model now makes the Coupés and Cabriolets of the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class even more desirable. Both externally and in the interior, the Sport Edition further upgrades the CLK models and makes them even more attractive and dynamic.
The exciting design of the CLK-Class is accentuated by muscular AMG styling features for an even more dynamic appearance. These include a front apron with more pronounced contours, as well as the rear apron and side skirts which typify AMG models. Large, 18-inch light-alloy wheels in a new, six twin-spoke design (front 225/40 R 18, rear 255/35 R18) further enhance the sporty appearance and contribute to driving pleasure. The same applies to the perforated front brake discs. The brake callipers of Sport Edition models bear the lettering "Mercedes-Benz".
The special CLK Sport Edition models are equipped with bi-xenon headlamps including dynamic beam control, cornering lights with an integral foglamp function and a headlamp washer system as standard. The Active Light System is also available as optional equipment. A large, chrome-plated exhaust tailpipe and a special rear silencer provide a sonorous, sporty exhaust note.
Sporty, masculine features
The new Sport Edition is based on the already sporty configuration of the luxurious AVANTGARDE design and equipment line. In models equipped with an automatic transmission, an AMG sports steering wheel with upper sections of perforated leather and steering wheel shift paddles ensures an even more sporty touch. Depending on the engine variant, a further technical highlight is available in the form of the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission, the world’s only car transmission of this kind. Its seven gears can be shifted either automatically, via a manual shift programme or by means of steering wheel shift paddles as in the motor racing world. Moreover, 7G-TRONIC Sport reduces gearshift times by up to 30 percent.
The sporty atmosphere of the interior is accentuated by black upholstery in a combination of high-quality ARTICO man-made leather and fabric. A black leather interior is also available on request. Other sporty touches include a sports pedal cluster with an aluminium look and non-slip studs, as well as velour floor mats with silver-coloured edging.
The special models of the Mercedes-Benz CLK Sport Edition are available as Coupés and Cabriolets, with a choice of six powerful engine variants which are among the most economical in their class.
This attractive enhancement package provides a further individualisation option, and is only available for AVANTGARDE variants of the CLK models. The cost of this sporty equipment package is 3 332 Euro (incl. VAT).
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With its sporty appearance and sumptuous level of appointments, the immediately available Sport Edition is a new highlight among the Coupés and Cabriolets of the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class. 18-inch light-alloy wheels in an exclusive design, AMG styling features in the exterior and bi-xenon headlamps as standard give this special model a particularly distinctive appearance. The sporty, exclusive atmosphere of the interior is especially characterised by the grippy AMG ergonomic sports steering wheel, aluminium-look sports pedals and special velour floor mats.
The letter combination CLK has denoted excitement and driving pleasure for many years. The new "Sport Edition" special model now makes the Coupés and Cabriolets of the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class even more desirable. Both externally and in the interior, the Sport Edition further upgrades the CLK models and makes them even more attractive and dynamic.
The exciting design of the CLK-Class is accentuated by muscular AMG styling features for an even more dynamic appearance. These include a front apron with more pronounced contours, as well as the rear apron and side skirts which typify AMG models. Large, 18-inch light-alloy wheels in a new, six twin-spoke design (front 225/40 R 18, rear 255/35 R18) further enhance the sporty appearance and contribute to driving pleasure. The same applies to the perforated front brake discs. The brake callipers of Sport Edition models bear the lettering "Mercedes-Benz".
The special CLK Sport Edition models are equipped with bi-xenon headlamps including dynamic beam control, cornering lights with an integral foglamp function and a headlamp washer system as standard. The Active Light System is also available as optional equipment. A large, chrome-plated exhaust tailpipe and a special rear silencer provide a sonorous, sporty exhaust note.
Sporty, masculine features
The new Sport Edition is based on the already sporty configuration of the luxurious AVANTGARDE design and equipment line. In models equipped with an automatic transmission, an AMG sports steering wheel with upper sections of perforated leather and steering wheel shift paddles ensures an even more sporty touch. Depending on the engine variant, a further technical highlight is available in the form of the 7G-TRONIC seven-speed automatic transmission, the world’s only car transmission of this kind. Its seven gears can be shifted either automatically, via a manual shift programme or by means of steering wheel shift paddles as in the motor racing world. Moreover, 7G-TRONIC Sport reduces gearshift times by up to 30 percent.
The sporty atmosphere of the interior is accentuated by black upholstery in a combination of high-quality ARTICO man-made leather and fabric. A black leather interior is also available on request. Other sporty touches include a sports pedal cluster with an aluminium look and non-slip studs, as well as velour floor mats with silver-coloured edging.
The special models of the Mercedes-Benz CLK Sport Edition are available as Coupés and Cabriolets, with a choice of six powerful engine variants which are among the most economical in their class.
This attractive enhancement package provides a further individualisation option, and is only available for AVANTGARDE variants of the CLK models. The cost of this sporty equipment package is 3 332 Euro (incl. VAT).
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