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BYD Adapts Micro-EV Technology for New Premium Model Targeting Europe
Technologynikkei-asia20-minuten1d ago2 sources

BYD Adapts Micro-EV Technology for New Premium Model Targeting Europe

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD intends to leverage engineering developed for its Japan-exclusive mini-EV in an upcoming premium lineup designed for European consumers. The strategic move signals intensified competition for traditional German automakers as BYD expands its global footprint.

Businesstimes-uk5d ago

Mercedes Owner Faces Dispute Over Faulty New Car Return

A new car owner is in a dispute with Mercedes after their vehicle broke down just two weeks after purchase, but the manufacturer is reportedly refusing to allow a return. The incident highlights challenges consumers face with new car defects.

Luxury Cars Seized in Assam Fraud Case
Businessndtv20d ago

Luxury Cars Seized in Assam Fraud Case

Luxury vehicles, including a Porsche and a Mercedes, have been seized in Assam as part of a fraud investigation. The accused allegedly operated a marketing scheme, with the probe initiated by the CBI's anti-corruption branch in Guwahati.

Former Ukrainian Ambassador to US Accused of Illicit Enrichment
WorldReutersle-figarolsm-lv+13rzeczpospolitaaktualne-czindex-hrobservadorYahoojutarnji-listdanasklix-ba+5 more21d ago16 sources

Former Ukrainian Ambassador to US Accused of Illicit Enrichment

Ukrainian anti-corruption authorities have accused Olha Stefanishyna, the former ambassador to the U.S., of illicit enrichment. She is suspected of concealing assets worth millions of hryvnias, including a luxury apartment and a Mercedes.

Mercedes Launches New Electric C-Class with 743 km Range
Businessobservador27d ago

Mercedes Launches New Electric C-Class with 743 km Range

Mercedes has unveiled a new electric C-Class model, distinct from its combustion engine counterpart, featuring a new platform, 489 horsepower, and an impressive range of 743 kilometers. This launch marks a significant addition to the company's electric vehicle lineup.

Police Seize Luxury Items in Liverpool Drug Raid
PoliticsThe Independent1mo ago

Police Seize Luxury Items in Liverpool Drug Raid

Merseyside Police seized high-value items, including a jet-ski, Rolex watches, and a Mercedes-Benz truck, in Liverpool, suspecting they were purchased with proceeds from criminal activity following a drug raid.

GoTo and Mercedes-Benz Report Increased Profits Due to Cost Cuts
Businessbloombergcyprus-mail1mo ago2 sources

GoTo and Mercedes-Benz Report Increased Profits Due to Cost Cuts

GoTo has reported its second consecutive profit, while Mercedes-Benz posted higher second-quarter profits, both attributing their success to strict cost-cutting measures. These companies demonstrate the positive impact of financial discipline on their bottom lines.

Mercedes-Benz Faces US Sales Ban Concerns Amid China Ties and Q2 Results
Businesscnbc1mo ago

Mercedes-Benz Faces US Sales Ban Concerns Amid China Ties and Q2 Results

Mercedes-Benz's CEO is pledging to defend the company's U.S. business amidst pressure over its China backers and potential U.S. legislation to ban Chinese automakers. This situation coincides with the German automaker reporting mixed Q2 results, with the looming threat of a U.S. sales ban being a significant factor.

Luxury Cars Stolen from Dealership in Wetzikon, Switzerland
World20-minuten1mo ago

Luxury Cars Stolen from Dealership in Wetzikon, Switzerland

Four French-speaking individuals stole several luxury cars, including Porsches, Audis, and Mercedes, from a car dealership in Wetzikon, Switzerland, overnight. Police have apprehended two of the suspects, while two others remain at large.

US Imposes New Sanctions on Iran and Hezbollah, Vows Maximum Pressure
PoliticsBBCbloombergNYT+59FTle-mondeAl Jazeeradr-dkFox Newscnbchelsingin-sanomatruv+51 more7d ago62 sources

US Imposes New Sanctions on Iran and Hezbollah, Vows Maximum Pressure

The United States announced a new round of sanctions targeting Iran and Hezbollah, with officials stating these are the "toughest sanctions in history" and part of a broader strategy to exert maximum economic pressure on Tehran and its allies. The US also pressed its allies and China to join in these economic measures, accusing Iran of "economic terrorism."

Six cars burn in Zagreb, Molotov cocktails suspected
Worldindex-hrjutarnji-list12d ago2 sources

Six cars burn in Zagreb, Molotov cocktails suspected

Six personal vehicles, including Audis, Mercedes, and BMWs, completely burned in Zagreb on Sunday morning. The incident occurred a day after an attempted arson with Molotov cocktails at nearly the same location.

Mercedes-AMG Drivers Sue Over Logo Causing Burns
Business24ur19d ago

Mercedes-AMG Drivers Sue Over Logo Causing Burns

Two American Mercedes-AMG drivers in California have filed a lawsuit against the German car manufacturer. They claim that the metal logo on the driver's seat heats up significantly in the sun, causing burns.

Mercedes AMG Sued Over Seat Logo Burns
BusinessThe Independent19d ago

Mercedes AMG Sued Over Seat Logo Burns

Mercedes AMG is facing a lawsuit from drivers who claim that the seat logos in their vehicles caused burns, with plaintiffs seeking compensation for medical expenses.

Mercedes-AMG Unveils GT 53 Electric Sedan
Businessindex-hr21d ago

Mercedes-AMG Unveils GT 53 Electric Sedan

Mercedes-AMG has introduced the GT 53, an entry-level electric sedan boasting 544 horsepower, a range of 809 km, and a price point of €115,430, positioning it as a direct competitor to the Porsche Taycan 4S.

New Electric Mercedes CLA Model Boasts Over 700 km Range
Businessvijesti-me25d ago

New Electric Mercedes CLA Model Boasts Over 700 km Range

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled details about its new electric CLA 250+ model, which features an 85 kWh usable battery capacity and an impressive factory-rated WLTP range of approximately 790 kilometers in its most efficient configuration.

Chinese Automaker BYD Targets German Taxi Market
Worldaktualne-cz27d ago

Chinese Automaker BYD Targets German Taxi Market

Chinese automaker BYD has launched a major offensive in Germany, targeting taxi services with discounted prices, a network of conversion partners, and vehicles in the iconic ivory color, aiming to fill a gap left by Mercedes-Benz.

New Mercedes-Benz GLA Unveiled with Electric Powertrains
Businessklix-ba29d ago

New Mercedes-Benz GLA Unveiled with Electric Powertrains

The new Mercedes-Benz GLA has been introduced, featuring a longer body, three cabin displays, a panoramic roof, and initially available only with three electric powertrain combinations, with a combustion engine version expected next year.

Trump Administration Ends Medicare Drug Subsidies, Bans Chinese Robots and Inverters
TechnologybloombergNYTFT+48wapoThe GuardianNPRcnbcfazaftonbladetDWle-figaro+40 more1mo ago51 sources

Trump Administration Ends Medicare Drug Subsidies, Bans Chinese Robots and Inverters

The Trump administration announced plans to end subsidies for Medicare Part D drug premiums, which is expected to lead to higher costs for most enrollees. Concurrently, the US also banned the import of new Chinese humanoid robots and power inverters, citing security concerns in its latest tech crackdown.

Mercedes G-Class Cabrio Returns as AMG Model
Technologyindex-hr1mo ago

Mercedes G-Class Cabrio Returns as AMG Model

Mercedes has confirmed the return of the G-Class in a convertible version. The new generation (W 465) will be available for the first time as a four-door AMG model, with a price expected to exceed 200,000 euros.

BYD Enters Japanese Kei Car Market with New Electric Vehicle
BusinessFTle-figaroder-standard+3hvgluxemburger-wortjapan-times1mo ago6 sources

BYD Enters Japanese Kei Car Market with New Electric Vehicle

Chinese automotive giant BYD is expanding its presence in Japan by introducing an electric mini-car designed to compete in the popular 'kei' car market. This move marks BYD's entry into a significant segment of the Japanese auto industry, challenging established rivals.

Mercedes GLC 400 Electric Vehicle Review
Businessder-standard1mo ago

Mercedes GLC 400 Electric Vehicle Review

Mercedes-Benz, despite a relatively late entry into electric mobility, is excelling with its new GLC 400, performing as if it has always been a leader in the electric vehicle market.

Luxury Car Theft Ends in Fatal Crash in New Jersey
Worldbalkan-web3d ago

Luxury Car Theft Ends in Fatal Crash in New Jersey

A luxury car theft in New Jersey ended tragically when four teenagers stole a $220,000 Mercedes-Benz G-Wagon, leading to a police chase and a fatal collision that killed two occupants of another vehicle.

Arson Suspected in Zagreb Car Dealership Fire
Politicsjutarnji-list11d ago

Arson Suspected in Zagreb Car Dealership Fire

Police are investigating a fire at a car dealership in Zagreb where six vehicles, including Mercedes and Audis, were destroyed, with initial findings suggesting an unknown perpetrator doused and ignited a Q7 with flammable liquid.

Review of Popular Used Car Listings in Croatia
Businessindex-hr12d ago

Review of Popular Used Car Listings in Croatia

A review of the most-read car advertisements in Croatia highlights a diverse offer of used vehicles, including a well-preserved VW Polo, a spacious Seat Alhambra, and premium models like Volvo XC60 and Mercedes CLS.

Drunk Driver Kills 70-Year-Old Woman in Delhi
Worldhindustan-times19d ago

Drunk Driver Kills 70-Year-Old Woman in Delhi

A 70-year-old woman was killed in Delhi when the 'drunk' son of a Haryana police officer crashed his Mercedes, with officials reporting beer and liquor bottles found in the car and alleging misbehavior from the driver.

British Funeral Director Jailed for Neglecting Bodies
WorldBBCNYTFT+39The Guardiandr-dkhelsingin-sanomatnostagesschaufazle-figaroSCMP+31 more27d ago42 sources

British Funeral Director Jailed for Neglecting Bodies

A British funeral director was sentenced to 20 years in prison for neglecting dozens of bodies, some left unburied for months, and providing fake ashes to grieving families. Authorities are now targeting the jailed director's assets.

Meta and BlackRock Partner on $14 Billion Texas Data Center, Nvidia Involved
BusinessbloombergFTcnbc+5Yahoocapital-bgchannel-news-asiaseeking-alphaexpress-tribune1mo ago8 sources

Meta and BlackRock Partner on $14 Billion Texas Data Center, Nvidia Involved

Meta and BlackRock are partnering to develop a $14 billion data center campus in El Paso, Texas, with BlackRock completing $12.5 billion in bond financing for the project. Nvidia is also reportedly involved, behind a $50 billion lease on a Texas data center that will utilize its chips.

Oil Prices Fall as US and Iran Announce Pause in Hostilities
BusinessBBCbloombergwapo+63The GuardianNPRAl JazeeraFox Newsnzzyle-uutisetcnbchelsingin-sanomat+55 more1mo ago66 sources

Oil Prices Fall as US and Iran Announce Pause in Hostilities

Oil prices significantly dropped, and global stocks rallied after the United States and Iran announced a pause in their recent military exchanges. This de-escalation has led to hopes for reduced tensions in the region.