Mercedes-Maybach launches its first plug-in hybrid model

The Mercedes‑Maybach brand has been regarded as the benchmark for automotive luxury, style and status since Wilhelm and Karl Maybach began building automobiles in 1921. Their aim was to create “the very best of the very best,” an aspiration that continues to characterise the unique aura of Mercedes‑Maybach to this day. The legendary brand is… Read More Mercedes-Maybach launches its first plug-in hybrid model

BESPOKE FLYING SPUR HYBRID BY ‘THE SURGEON’ REVEALED DURING ART BASEL MIAMI

 A unique, bespoke and distinctive Flying Spur Hybrid, curated by ‘The Surgeon’, has been unveiled by Bentley at the brand’s pinnacle evening event during Art Basel Miami. The exquisite car follows the launch of a limited-edition line of Bentley-inspired sneakers, by the leading force of the customized shoe industry, Dominic Ciambrone – also known as… Read More BESPOKE FLYING SPUR HYBRID BY ‘THE SURGEON’ REVEALED DURING ART BASEL MIAMI

BENTLEY DÜSSELDORF LAUNCHES YEAR-LONG CELEBRATIONS MARKING 20TH ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE

 Bentley Düsseldorf has begun a year-long celebration to mark the 20th anniversary of its flagship German showroom. The futuristic, glass cube building is representative of the British marque’s thriving European region, a solid network that now consists of 70 retailers in 35 different markets. Bentley sales were up 18 per cent in Europe during the… Read More BENTLEY DÜSSELDORF LAUNCHES YEAR-LONG CELEBRATIONS MARKING 20TH ANNIVERSARY MILESTONE

UPGRADES FOR THE LEXUS UX BRING WIDE-RANGING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COMPACT LUXURY SUV

Upgrades have been made to strengthen the appeal of Lexus’ UX urban crossover, the brand’s best-selling model in Europe. Wide-ranging detail changes have enhanced all three variants of this compact luxury SUV: the self-charging hybrid electric UX 250h, the all-electric UX 300e, and the petrol-powered UX 200. All three UX models now get an improved… Read More UPGRADES FOR THE LEXUS UX BRING WIDE-RANGING IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COMPACT LUXURY SUV

“Best Global Brands 2022”: Mercedes-Benz increases brand value by 10% and remains the world’s most valuable luxury automotive brand

Mercedes‑Benz has raised the value of its iconic namesake brand by 10% in the past year, Interbrand’s “Best Global Brands 2022” survey shows. This underscores the company’s successful transition towards an electric and software-driven future. Mercedes‑Benz initiated the realignment of the brand in 2021 with the spin-off of Daimler Truck and the strategy update. The goal is… Read More “Best Global Brands 2022”: Mercedes-Benz increases brand value by 10% and remains the world’s most valuable luxury automotive brand

BENTLEY ANNOUNCES RECORD FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR FIRST HALF OF 2022

Luxury British marque posts six-monthly operating profits of €398 million  Unparalleled performance higher than record €389 million achieved during whole of 2021  Encouraging results put Bentley on target for best-ever year despite continued global economic instability Revenue per car climbs from €186,000 in 2021 to €213,000 – return on sales reaches 23.3 per cent Global… Read More BENTLEY ANNOUNCES RECORD FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR FIRST HALF OF 2022

THE MOST WELLBEING-FOCUSED CAR SEAT IN THE WORLD – AIRLINE SEAT SPECIFICATION

Airline Seat Specification includes world-first auto climate sensing and advanced postural adjustment systems System senses temperature and humidity with an accuracy of 0.1°C every 25 milliseconds  Seven defined comfort levels for temperature, from typical optimum to one designed to cool a fever Auto Climate System is 40 per cent more efficient than manual control Postural… Read More THE MOST WELLBEING-FOCUSED CAR SEAT IN THE WORLD – AIRLINE SEAT SPECIFICATION

LONG – AWAITED: THE BENTAYGA EXTENDED WHEELBASE

Class-leading luxury SUV extends by 180 mm to create Bentley’s next sector-defining grand tourer A new focus on wellness, with integrated world-first seat technology Increased interior dimensions compared to other luxury competitors Airline Seat Specification includes world-first auto climate sensing and advanced postural adjustment systems Three seating configurations, including all-new 4+1 layout alongside four- and… Read More LONG – AWAITED: THE BENTAYGA EXTENDED WHEELBASE