Mercedes shows GLB SUV concept at Shanghai

With the Concept GLB at Auto Shanghai , Mercedes-Benz shows what SUV ideas on the company’s compact car platform might also be realised alongside the GLA. The concept car has space for up to seven occupants thanks to its long wheelbase (2829 millimetres).

Lotus readies all-electric Type 130 “hypercar”

Lotus is embarking on a new era with the announcement of its first all-new product in more than a decade – which it says is set to become the first all-electric hypercar from a British manufacturer. Type 130 continues the bloodline from Lotus during its 71-year history.

Mercedes adds stop/start to WLTP-compliant Sprinter van range

From June production, Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Ltd has enhanced the Sprinter by adding stop/start as standard. Steve Bridge, Managing Director, Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Ltd, said: “Our mighty Sprinter is already WLTP compliant, and has been since it launched in the UK in 2018, so we can offer continuous supply without interruption. We have taken the opportunity that WLTP emissions testing gives us to further benefit customers by adding in the fuel-efficient Stop/Start technology across the Sprinter range.

Euro 6c and 6d engines for the Mercedes Vito

Further to the launch of the Vito PURE, PROGRESSIVE and PREMIUM lines earlier this year, Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Ltd has announced new engines that are now Euro 6c compliant (previously Euro 6b), alongside the introduction of Mercedes PRO connect and an adjusted look to the instrument cluster.

SsangYong tweaks Tivoli ranges

SsangYong is introducing some new enhancements to its compact SUV range of Tivoli and Tivoli XLV. The most significant change is the introduction of cleaner-burning Euro 6 C petrol and diesel engines. The new models are now on sale. Tivoli compact SUV Available with either a 1.6 litre petrol or diesel engine, the new Tivoli […]