Benz Faqs

Dozens of photos on the new variant on the McLaren SLR speedster have been caught and spread to auto enthusiasts everywhere. Now we are getting the chance to see the final product and we have to admit that it is better than what we hoped for.

The Dutch magazine AutoVisie have gotten a hold of a few renderings for us. They also gave us what could be the new name for this supercar – the Stirling Moss. We may not be too crazy about the name – but just take one look at this beauty and we will all fall in love with it.

Spies have caught another glimpse of Mercedes’ new SLC Gullwing supercar. However, instead of getting another look of the exterior they managed to do the impossible – they captured pictures of the interior of the car. The shots may not be high quality – but at least we won’t be too surprised when it is released. Don’t worry though we’ll act surprised!

The pictures shows off the dash and the console. The COMMAND knob is connected to the steering wheel similar to that on the AMG SL63. It has a flat botton, directional buttons, and three spokes. The HVAC controls and the switch for the headlights are also what we are used to and classic for a Mercedes-Benz.

Thomas Weber – the head of Daimler AG’s development and research for Mercedes – stated the plans that they have to offer turbocharged engine for their entire line-up. Their deadline for this goal is 2010.

Unlike Mercedes-Benz’s current supercharged engines, these turbocharged motors won’t be built in the name of performance, but rather to meet upcoming emission standards. Not only does the automaker have to worry about the new CAFE mandate in the U.S., but also new legislation in Europe that will require Daimler to cut its average fleet emissions by 33 percent by 2012.