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Transformers: Dark of the Moon has made its debut in Berlin. All the stars were on hand, and so was Mercedes-Benz, which scores a role in the film as an Autobot. The video below gives an overview of the film and Mercedes-Benz's participation--plus some scenes from the movie itself. This is the first time Mercedes-Benz has been involved in the Transformers series, better known for its deep tie-up with Chevrolet, with the SLS AMG drawing plenty of attention in the film and from its actors, despite the fact that it was "just" a car on screen. Mercedes' E-Class got the call to play an Autobot.
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IIHS Study Shows Drivers In Favor Of Red-Light CamerasDespite plenty of evidence of backlash, a new study shows that drivers in 14 metro areas are in favor of red-light cameras.
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2012 BMW 6-Series M Sport Package RevealedThe 2012 BMW 6-Series makes a great grand tourer, and with the usual bounty of BMW optional upgrades, you can turn it into you own unique cruiser.
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2012 BMW 5er Goes Four, Porcelain Veyron, EV Racing: Today's Car NewsWe collect the day's top news so you don't have to hunt for it.
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2012 BMW 528i Gets Turbo Four, Stop-Start, AWDThe 2012 BMW 528i just jumped up the list for many luxury/performance enthusiasts with its turbo four-cylinder, all-wheel-drive platform.
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Mercedes AMG Fan? Get Accessories With 'High Tech Qualities'The world of automotive branded merchandise impresses and amuses in equal measure. For every sleek Porsche Design fountain pen, there's a Ferrari teddy bear to redress the balance. Now is the turn of the Mercedes-Benz AMG brand to offer a range of suitably high-tech merchandise for both business...
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We talk with Joe Nuxoll about winning the ReFuel EV SportElectric Time Trials in a bone-stock, first-generation Tesla Roadster.
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GMC Brings Its Showroom To The SmartphoneAccording to Nielsen, Americans are finally shifting to smartphones: 38% of mobile users already have one, and the majority of those shopping for new handsets are planning to purchase one in the near future. General Motors is hoping to cash in on that development with its new GMC Showroom App. Like...
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Bentley Sales Soar 20 Percent In First Half Of 2011Prior to the global financial crisis of 2009 and 2010, luxury automakers were basking in a period of record growth and sales. Even the ultra-luxury marques, such as Bentley and Rolls-Royce, were riding this crest of strong demand, seeing their sales levels reach new peaks. Then the crisis hit and...
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Chrysler Considering GT Racing Return With 2013 Dodge ViperA little over a decade ago Chrysler was dominating the international GT circuit with its first-generation Dodge Viper race car, taking home a hat-trick of GTS-class wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans from 1998 to 2000, as well as a win at the 24 Hours of Daytona during the same period. Now, with a...
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HSV Unveils SV Black Edition Range At 2011 Australian Motor ShowAnimosity between Australian performance brands Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) and Ford Performance Vehicles (FPV) won’t be helped by the unveilings at the 2011 Australian Motor Show, which kicks off today in the city of Melbourne. We already saw the sinister FPV concept car packing a...
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Father Teaches Son To Drive With Ferrari 458 Italia: VideoLearning to drive can be a strenuous situation for many, however, imagine if you were learning to drive in a brand new Ferrari worth a quarter of a million dollars? Somehow, we imagine the teen learning to drive with this Ferrari 458 Italia won’t mind too much. This particular supercar was...
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Today, the most exciting engine in Ford’s global lineup is not found in some high-priced Lincoln or a stylish Euro hatch. No, Ford’s most exciting engine can be found in a limited edition sports sedan sold in Australia by the local division’s in-house tuner Ford Performance Vehicles, or FPV for short. FPV’s range of muscle sedans are well known here at MotorAuthority, especially the supercharged GT range which packs a unique version of the Mustang Boss’ 5.0-liter V-8 complete with an Eaton blower attached. Now, for the 2011 Australian Motor Show, which kicks off...
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The Porcelain (And Functional) Bugatti VeyronBugatti introduces a one-of-a-kind porcelain Veyron Grand Sport.
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Does America Need Two F1 Grands Prix? Martin Whitmarsh Thinks SoAs McLaren team principal, Martin Whitmarsh is a busy guy. Add to that the fact that he's the Formula One Teams Association chariman, and he throws around a bit of weight in F1 circles, too--and he's talking about two F1 Grands Prix in America. Why? Not because America needs F1. He actually says...
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Audi Quattro Concept Could Get Green Light This Summer: ReportAudi may be bringing the Quattro Concept to production, but we'll have to wait a few years to see it on the streets.
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Ken Block Too Tall To Test Pirelli F1 CarFormula 1 drivers are not just fast. They're also small.
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Austin F1 Circuit To Host Australian V8 Supercars From 2013The Circuit of the Americas is rapidly shaping up to be the most exciting non-oval racing venue in the country.
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The smallest and newest Range Rover is also very affordable and fairly fuel efficient. Why? Because turbo.
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Flying Car One Step Closer To RealityThe Terrafugia Transition flying car has moved one step closer to production reality, thanks to the some NHTSA exemptions.
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Aston Martin Rapide To Tackle Alaskan WildernessDuring an epic, three-day trip an Aston Martin Rapide will venture through the harsh wilderness of Alaska to showcase the endurance and durability of the V-12 powered luxury sedan. The very first Rapide to ever be seen in the country’s northernmost state has already taken off from Anchorage...
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Aging Drivers, Smaller Cars Need A New Steering Wheel. Is This It?Automotive design is set to undergo a radical transformation in the near future. Electrification and vehicle-to-vehicle technology are probably the first game-changers that come to mind, but there are others, too -- namely, America's aging population of Baby Boomers and the increasing number of...
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Porsche Returning To Le Mans LMP1 In 2014: VideoPorsche's return to Le Mans is still three years out, but we're excited to see a serious new contender in the field--especially one with the Le Mans history of Porsche.
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Bring More Wallet: Price Gouging On BMW's 1 Series M Has BegunWant to be the first on your block with a BMW 1 Series M? A California dealership has a car in stock, but be prepared to write a big check for it.
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