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Tuning

Mansory V-Class is the next level of luxury

Mansory is one of the best tuning companies whose projects are mostly based on German cars, and their latest project was presented at the recent Shanghai Motor Show. It is a Mercedes V-Class that is now more luxurious than ever.

The vehicle is intended for the Chinese market, where luxury vans have become a status symbol. It is equipped with a chrome front grille, a new bumper, and a carbon hood and side mirror housings.

The interior is of a higher level, with a lot of luxury. Passengers can enjoy seats covered in quilted leather, ambient lighting and a lot of technology, so it can be said that it is adapted to VIPs, who want more luxury with significantly more head and legroom. There is a partition between the driver and passengers, and passengers can contact the driver via an integrated phone when necessary.

Mansory did not announce the price of the upgrade.

Source: Mansory

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Mansory V-Class is the next level of luxury
News

Mercedes will use a special solar paint that will allow a range of over 10,000 km

One of the biggest problems facing electric cars is charging batteries. BYD recently introduced a new platform with a charging power of 1,000 kW, which will allow its cars to travel 400 km after a 5-minute charge. However, Mercedes is developing an innovative solution, which is a special paint that could be applied to the body of electric vehicles, and which would work as a solar collector.

This special paint is used in the development of solar modules, and research has shown that it could provide enough electricity for an EV to travel 39 km per day (14,235 km per year). This may not be a huge achievement, but it is a significant step in further development and finding a solution to replace existing batteries that are bulky, heavy and take up a lot of space.

In addition to the special paint, Mercedes is also developing a programmable micro-converter, which can be installed at the battery cell level. This would allow for individual cell regulation and make electric vehicles even better. “Current research results show that it is possible to ensure a constant high-voltage output of 800 volts, regardless of the state of charge and the condition of the individual cells,” the company said.

Source: Mercedes-Benz

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Mercedes will use a special solar paint that will allow a range of over 10,000 km
Auctions

2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM Convertible is up for auction

Celebrating the 2003 DTM championship victory, Mercedes produced 180 units of the CLK DTM touring car, of which 100 were coupes and 80 were convertibles. It is based on the Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class (C208), and one example, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM Convertible is up for auction.

This CLK DTM is one of 80 cars, and is finished in Obsidian Black over a Black Alcantara. It is in really good condition with only 21,931 km on the odometer. It is equipped with carbon fiber body panels, rear aerofoil, larger AMG ceramic brakes, unique 19-inch front and 20-inch rear double six-spoke multi-piece AMG wheels.

The interior is sporty with AMG sports bucket seats covered in leather, the steering wheel is wrapped in antimony, while four-point seat belts complete the authentic motorsport feel. There is also a row of switches for traction control, stability control, and transmission settings, to enable the car to quickly realize its full potential.

Under the bonnet is a 5.4-L supercharged V8 engine with 582 hp and 800 Nm of torque, which is enough for acceleration to 100 km/h in four seconds and a top speed of 300 km/h.

The auction will take place on May 25, 2025, and the estimated value of the car is €420,000 – €550,000. The car comes with two keys, owner’s manual, and a service book.

Source: Broad Arrow Auctions

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2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK DTM Convertible is up for auction