Daily Archives: October 22, 2014

Daimler to shift some Sprinter production to North America from Germany

Daimler to shift some Sprinter production to North America from Germany

Daimler said it will build the next-generation Mercedes Sprinter van in North America, shifting some production from Germany to improve competitiveness.

Citroen withholds new C3-XR crossover from booming segment in Europe

Citroen withholds new C3-XR crossover from booming segment in Europe

Citroen’s new C3-XR subcompact crossover will remain a China-only vehicle after the brand ruled out European sales of the model.

Airbag Recall and Seat Belt Safety: Are You Driving in Danger?

Airbag Recall and Seat Belt Safety: Are You Driving in Danger?

by Hal M. Bundrick

Highway deaths over the past five years are at historic lows, rivaling the safety statistics of the 1950s, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). With an auto industry focus on safety, stricter enforcement of driving-under-the-influence laws and broader consumer awareness, traffic fatality trends are generally favorable. But news in the past few days has raised some new concerns.

Daimler considers stake in motorcycle maker MV Agusta, report says

MV Agusta Logo - Daimler considers stake in motorcycle maker MV Agusta, report says

Daimler is in advanced talks to take a minority stake in Italian motorcycle manufacturer MV Agusta, a source in Italy familiar with the situation said today.

free winter driver training courtesy Continental and Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes Benz World, Brooklands, Weybridge - free winter driver training courtesy Continental and Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz and Continental Tyres have joined forces to offer free winter driving driver training at Mercedes-Benz World, Weybridge between 25 October and 2 November.