Ever wonder how the SLS AMG or the E-Class Coupé is created? Where is the future of Mercedes-Benz design headed?

This year at the 2009 International Motor Show, Mercedes-Benz is allowing auto enthusiasts to take a behind-the-scenes look at how professional Mercedes-Benz designers create new cars.  From the first design sketch to the finished model, spectators can witness the design process first hand.

It is a great opportunity for show visitors to learn about auto design. The official press release from Daimler is below: Continue reading » »

AMG Market News/Mercedes-Benz PR from Stuttgart/Affalterbach/Sept. 10:  The new Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, which is about to celebrate its world premiere on 15 September 2009 at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt/Main, embodies a blend of consummate automotive fascination and high tech. The super sports car delivers a compelling mix of purist styling, consistent lightweight design and superior driving dynamics. At the same time, the SLS fully lives up to all the expectations of hallmark Mercedes everyday practicality and optimum safety. In essence, the new ‘Gullwing’ offers the ideal synthesis of the strengths of Mercedes-Benz and AMG. (Continue reading for link to SLS AMG Gullwing photo gallery…)

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AMGmarket.com/PR News/Ref. MBUSA, MONTVALE, NJ- The Mercedes-Benz E320 BlueTEC diesel sedan was chosen as one of Kelley Blue Book’s Top 10 Green Cars. This honor comes in conjunction with the launch of KBB Green (www.kbb.com/green), an all-new section that will feature tools, advice, forums and more for the environmentally minded and fuel-conscious new-car shopper.

“The Mercedes-Benz E320 BlueTEC demonstrates quite clearly that hybrid powertrains are not the only way to reach environmental excellence,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director of Kelley Blue Book and kbb.com.  “The advanced BlueTEC system is a technological marvel that brings out the best of diesel technology while virtually eliminating the shortcomings.”

The Mercedes-Benz BlueTEC concept utilizes state-of-the-art diesel engine technology and Continue reading » »

AMGmarket.com/PR news/Ref. MBUSA, MONTVALE, N.J. – Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) reported sales of 20,733 new vehicles for July 2008, an 11.6 percent increase over last July.  This brings the year-to-date total to 140,012 units, marking a 2.3 percent increase over the same period last year and setting the new record for MBUSA year-to-date sales. 

Both the volume-leading C-Class and E-Class model lines posted gains of 45.4 percent and 53 percent increases respectively.  Other highlights for July sales include Continue reading » »

Central VA Section Holiday Gala
Date: January 11, 2009
Time: 11:00AM
Details at the MBCA Central VA Section website

Tech Session
Date: March 22, 2008
Cost: $25 per car, includes 2-person registration
($10 per person w/o car)
Brown Mercedes
Rt. 250 E. Pantops Mountain, Charlottesville, VA
Brown Mercedes graciously hosted several Tech Sessions. The event is always a great success enjoyed by a large group of our members.

Contact: Justin Sarafin

July 13, 2008
Summer Picnic & Rallye
Scottsville, VA
Meet at Monticello/Albemarle Co. Visitor's Center at Route 64 and 20. Then drive down Route 20 through Scottsville, destination Gilbert Somers’ Farm (maps provided). Door prizes will be awarded at the picnic. By 2:00 p.m. the grills will be
smoking with chicken, hamburgers, and hot dogs. You are encouraged to contribute your favorite dessert.

That's not all, join us for a tour of Gil's stained glass restoration studio
and examine his eclectic collection of automobiles, including multiple Mercedes-Benz models located throughout several barns on the property. Gil has a history and story for each car, many of which he has owned and driven for decades.
Additional details will be provided in our email newsletter.

August 30, 2008
Private Tour of Monticello
Charlottesville, VA
Meet at Monticello for a private, after-hours tour including dome room, then meet on the downtown mall in Charlottesville at Enoteca for food and wine. Indoor and outdoor seating. A nice Friday summer evening in Charlottesville. Details will be provided in our email newsletter.

Sept. 26- Oct. 1, 2008
National Event – MBCA Starfest 2008
San Francisco, CA
The San Francisco Bay Area with the Sacremento Section present StarFest 2008. The Concours on Treasure Island will have a dramatic backdrop of the San Francisco skyline. Rally across Golden Gate Bridge and through wine country to Thunderhill Raceway Park in Willows. Track events will be held at Thunderhill. For more information please contact Laura Simonds.

Past Events:

January 13, 2008 – Holiday Gala- Brunch at Henry Clay Inn -Ashland, VA

Location: Henry Clay Inn, 114 N Railroad Ave, Ashland, VA 23005
Ph: (804) 798-3100

The Henry Clay Inn is situated adjacent the railroad tracks in the center of Ashland, in historic Hanover County. The Inn is re-created in Georgian Revival architecture and features balconies, fireplaces and rocking chairs on the porches.

Meeting Time: 11:00 AM
Cost: $25 per person ($45 per couple)

Please join us for a Holiday Brunch at the Historic Henry Clay Inn in Ashland, Va. The Inn overlooks the Old Ashland Train Station and the campus of Randolph Macon College. We'll sit in the parlor and watch the trains roll by…starting with Libations at 11:00 AM.

Registration Details
Given seating is limited, please register as soon as possible. The deadline is January 7. Please send check made payable to "MBCA Central Virginia Section," the number of people attending and your meal choice to:

Event Coordinators
Therese and Shirley Dodge
1017 Francisco Road, Richmond, VA 23229-6637
Ph: (804) 285-2138

Additional details in our current newsletter.