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Adaptive Cruise Control for Beginners

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How to Use DISTRONIC PLUS Cruise Control in 2016 Mercedes-Benz

Whether you are an autonomous vehicle fan or a Terminator 2 Skeptic, driver-assisted technologies and driverless vehicles are becoming more prevalent in the automotive industry every day. Although we are still probably a few years or even a decade away from being able to sleep in the driver seat, functions like DISTRONIC PLUS, Lane Keep Assist, and BAS PLUS are more reminiscent of Knight Rider than a means to the grocery store. Read more to learn how to use DISTRONIC PLUS cruise control in your 2016 Mercedes-Benz. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Open Your Mercedes-Benz Trunk With Your Foot

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How to use Mercedes-Benz Hands-free Access

You’ve probably seen commercials for new Ford and Chevy vehicles where the overwhelmed mother uses her feet to open the trunk of her car. No, we’re not talking about a chimpanzee mother. Just a regular human with a smart key in her pocket. This technology is extremely convenient and futuristic, but it is nothing new for Mercedes-Benz. Many people don’t realize that Mercedes-Benz offers this on all of its vehicles. Keep reading to learn how to use Mercedes-Benz Hands-free Access. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How to Use KEYLESS GO in Your New Mercedes-Benz

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Mercedes-Benz KEYLESS GO

Keyless entry and push-to-start technologies have been around for a long time. It is derived from a simple concept; keep your keys in your pocket when using your car. But how does it work exactly? How do you know you are getting the most out of your Mercedes-Benz KEYLESS GO feature? As it turns out, there is more to it than just depressing the brake to start the engine. Read the rest of this entry >>

Mercedes Unveils Transforming Car At Frankfurt Auto Show

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Mercedes-Benz IAA Concept 2015

If you are familiar with the name Transformers, then you know that cars that can change their shape are just about the coolest thing in the history of things. As it turns out, Mercedes-Benz is aware of this too, and that is why it created the Mercedes-Benz IAA concept for the 2015 Frankfurt Auto Show. IAA is an acronym for Intelligent Aerodynamic Automobile and that is exactly what it is. It slightly resembles the F-015 Luxury in Motion Concept Car with its silver bullet color and futuristic wheel design, but has a never-before-seen feature that will melt your brain. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS

Zero Emission Vehicle States Explained

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What is a ZEV State?

Captain Crunch?! What are you doing here?! Like Mr. Crunch of your favorite breakfast cereal, California is always one step ahead of the rest of the country. It makes sense though considering it has the largest population by a long shot. This also explains why it wants to minimize vehicle emissions; It has more drivers! California is the original ZEV state. What is a ZEV state? Why do they call it Apple Jacks if it doesn’t taste one thing like apples?! One question at a time, please. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Drive2Friend Service Will Get You Where You Need to Go.

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Drive2Friend

Mercedes-Benz is making giving directions easy. The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Drive2Friend feature is a service provided through the mbrace subscription that allows you to locate other people based on cell phone location. You have probably seen something like this in a James Bond movie or an episode of Star Trek. It may seem complicated but it is actually simple and extremely convenient.  Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Send2Benz Makes Navigating Simple and Fun

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Send2Benz

Do you get annoyed with your car when you have to type in an address? Mercedes-Benz has the answer with the new GLE, formerly known as the M-Class. With mbrace services from Mercedes-Benz, you can type the address into your smartphone or your computer. It’s the 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE Send2Benz feature and it works like this: Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Mercedes-Benz E400

The Mercedes-Benz Apps mbrace Package Features That You Will Love

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Mercedes-Benz Apps mbrace Package Features

As an additional option available to add on to the starting package mbrace service, Mercedes-Benz owners can also receive the Mercedes-Benz Apps package. Like the PLUS package, it is included for free for the first three months after a new or used Mercedes-Benz is purchased. The Mercedes-Benz Apps package is largely entertainment based and it includes a long list of internet-based infotainment options. Read the rest of this entry >>

2017 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Mercedes-Benz mbrace PLUS Package Features

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2016 Mercedes-Benz mbrace PLUS package

The mbrace services in the new Mercedes-Benz vehicles adds an enormous amount of value to your vehicle by integrating mobile, web, and vehicle applications to the driving experience. Beyond the mbrace starting package, you can add mbrace PLUS or Mercedes-Benz Apps or both. An upgrade to 2016 Mercedes-Benz PLUS package features Personal Concierge, Family Driver Monitoring, and Advanced Travel Assistance. Read the rest of this entry >>