It appears the FREE music marketing campaign is working for Mercedes-Benz; another 10 free MP3 music files are once again available for download. Here's the promo copy we rec'd from Mercedes-Benz TV Mixed Tape:

Now online: the latest Mixed Tape releases
The seventh edition of the Mixed Tape Music Magazine is now available from our dedicated online TV platform. Also online: Mixed Tape 22 with a cool selection of brand new tracks.

Every eight weeks, Mercedes-Benz not only presents ten handpicked tracks by international newcomers for you to check out and explore as a free download compilation at www.mercedes-benz.tv/mixedtape. For added visual delights, visit Mixed Tape Music Magazine, an innovative monthly online TV show featuring audio-visual highlights from around the world.

Caribbean/Dutch Soul singer Giovanca's debut release ‘Subway Silence' is our Album of the Month.
South African trio The Arrows add a dose of infectious Indie-Pop-Funk to the mix. Their secret hit ‘Next Time' holds plenty of international appeal.
Last year, Teleradio Donoso were voted "Best New Band from Chile” by their own nation's music press. We present their latest single.
R.M.F, our Newcomers of the Month, might live in Moscow, but decided to produce their pop-infused debut in London and Tel Aviv – for Berlin-based label Ministry of Sound.
After signing to a U.S. label, Indonesian Indie faves White Shoes & The Couples Company get ready to take the world by storm with their irresistible Easy Listening Disco Bossa.
The life and soul of any party, Australia's Watussi celebrate the melting pot with their blend of Cumbia, Rock, Funk and Reggae – and a tongue-twisting mix of English, French and Spanish lyrics.

So, welcome to the Global Music Village – where anything goes, anywhere. Come and join us to explore the world's sound with Mixed Tape 22 and the latest Mixed Tape Music Magazine!

Your Mercedes-Benz Team

The US Department of Energy and the US EPA have an interesting site for estimating your annual fuel costs – by vehicle make and model. Here's a chart of 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL models:

For more info, visit the Fuel Economy website here.

A few times a year, we search the web for Mercedes-Benz raffles and publish the ones that support good causes. This year, we found one where you can win an AMG Mercedes!

South Florida Lady Jaguars Charity Raffle
1st Prize: WIN A 2009 C350 AMG MERCEDES BENZ  – FULLY LOADED WITH EVERY UPGRADE!
Sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Fort Lauderdale
2nd Prize: $500 GAS CARD FROM CHEVRON, 3rd Prize: $300 CASH. The South Florida Lady Jaguars are a non- profit 501(c)3 corporation based in South Florida. They currently have 6 girls basketball teams for players ages 8 thru 17. The teams compete locally and nationally in US Junior Olympics, AAU (Amateur Athletic Union) Adidas, Nike, USSSA (United States Specialty Sports Association) and other quality tournaments. Details here.

Junior League of Baton Rouge
Win a 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK280 limited edition silver convertible!
Tickets are $5 each. Drawing Saturday, October 18th, Donated by Mercedes Benz of Baton Rouge. Details here.