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Motor 1
22-07-2025
- Automotive
- Motor 1
Mercedes Gives Customers the One Thing They've Always Wanted: Microsoft Teams
Have you ever been driving along in your AMG GT63 and wondered aloud, 'You know what would make this car perfect? Microsoft Teams.' Well, wonder no more, because Mercedes-Benz has teamed up with Microsoft for a new suite of in-car technologies designed to make your work-life balance that much worse. The upcoming CLA will be the first Mercedes model with Microsoft Intune baked directly into its operating system, complete with the 365 Copilot generative AI assistant and the aforementioned Microsoft Teams with an Enhanced Meetings function. With Enhanced Meetings, drivers will actually be able to stream video of themselves while on the move (in countries that allow it). Oh, joy . They won't be able to see shared screens or slides of other participants for safety reasons, and the system will turn off automatically as soon as the meeting ends. Drivers will also be able to see upcoming meetings via a new calendar function. The expanded voice chat system, meanwhile, will allow you to answer work DMs while on the go. Mercedes says the Microsoft partnership turns your car into a "third workspace"—a term only the saviest dystopian novelists could have dreamed up. Just look at how much fun you can have! Naturally, you will have to pay extra for many of these features as part of the Entertainment Package Plus, which includes a full data plan. Mercedes hasn't listed pricing just yet, but we can't imagine it will be cheap. The CLA will be the first Mercedes model with the new Microsoft suite, and the technology will roll out initially in markets like the US and Europe before expanding to more regions. We also expect the entire Mercedes lineup to adopt the technology at some point. That means, soon, everyone will be taking meetings on the go. Just the future we've always dreamed of. The New Mercedes-Benz CLA The New Mercedes CLA Is Actually Selling Great The New Base Mercedes CLA Loses Its Passenger Screen Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )
News18
20-07-2025
- Automotive
- News18
Mercedes AMG CLE 53 Coupe To Launch In India On August 12, 2025, Check Details
Last Updated: Under the hood, the AMG CLE 53 Coupe will use a robust 3.0-litre twin-turbo straight-6 paired mild-hybrid system. It will generate a maximum power of 449hp and 560Nml. After successfully introducing the performance-oriented AMG GT 63 and GT 63 Pro in India, Mercedes-Benz is now gearing up to introduce another model, the AMG CLE 53 Coupe. It has been reported that the launch for the same will take place on August 12. The upcoming model will push the fleet, and will join the CLE line-up, allowing the target audience to have a coupe offering in the segment. It will share a similar style statement as other AMG models, featuring a Panamericana grille with vertical slats at the front, flanked by swoopy LED headlights, paired with integrated LED DRLs. What To Expect? Talking about the front bumper, it is expected to be bigger as compared to the mild-mannered CLE Cabriolet. The model will get a larger air dam. Complimented by flared fenders, which will make it stand out and bold in the segment. The customers will also get air exits behind the front wheel arches. Overboost mode). The unit will paired with a 9-speed dual-clutch gearbox that will sent the power to all four wheels via Mercedes-AMG's 4Matic+ system. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
29-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Corrections and Clarifications — June 30, 2025
The price of the Mercedes-Benz, GT 63 PRO 4MATIC+ is ₹3.65 crore (ex-showroom) and not ₹3.65 lakh, as mentioned in the text of a report, 'Mercedes-Benz unveils AMG GT 63 variants at ₹3 crore' ('Business page' – 'In Brief', June 28, 2025).
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Rupee slide fuels Mercedes-Benz price hike
Mercedes-Benz India faced a 13% increase in cost over the past year as the rupee continued to weaken against the euro, inflating the cost of imported parts. The Indian arm of the German luxury carmaker, which imports about 70% of its components, responded with calibrated price hikes, Santosh Iyer , managing director, Mercedes-Benz India told ET. Still, the automaker is noting a trend among Indian customers to splurge, not just on base luxury car models, but on bespoke customisations that often add ₹60 lakh to ₹1.5 crore to a car's price tag. Mercedes-Benz India raised car prices twice this year—one in January and another in June—with a third planned for September, said Iyer. The rupee breached the psychologically significant ₹100 mark against the euro only earlier this week. 'We've only passed on about 3% to the market but the rupee depreciation has raised our costs by nearly 13%. The gap is getting harder to absorb,' he said. Indian luxury car buyers are however undeterred by the elevated price tags. More than 70% of the company's top-end vehicles (TEV), priced above Rs1.5 crore, are being customised through its 'Manufaktur' programme, among the highest globally for Mercedes-Benz. Manufaktur is the cross-brand personalisation range for exclusive exterior equipment and high-quality interior equipment. Mercedes buyers in India are opting for hand-picked wood trims, exotic leather options, and bespoke paintwork, often pushing the price of already top-end vehicles like the AMG GT 63 or Maybach S-Class significantly higher. On Friday, the company unveiled two new sports cars from its 'GT Family'—the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4MATIC with a dealership price of Rs3 crore, and the track-focused Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PR at Rs3.65 crore. "Customisation is not just about indulgence anymore; it's about value perception,' said Iyer. 'Customers see Nappa leather or special trim as worth the premium — even with the currency hit.' The surge in personalised luxury comes even as Mercedes-Benz continues to localise high-volume models—from the A-Class to the Maybach S580—to buffer some of the forex impact. The recently-launched E-Class sedan, for instance, features fully-localised glazing components for the first time, said Iyer. Still, high-value items like powertrains, infotainment systems, and electronics remain heavily Euro-dependent, making price hikes almost inevitable if the rupee remains at current levels. Despite the higher prices, sales of TEV models grew at an estimated 10-12% on-year in the first five months of 2025. This was boosted by a mix of thriving capital markets, resilient consumer sentiment, and lower borrowing costs passed on through the automaker's captive non-bank lending company. Recent reduction in interest rates by the Reserve Bank of India helped the NBFC to further cut the cost of borrowing, which it passed on to buyers. 'We are trying to mitigate that (higher prices of cars) with these special EMIs," said Iyer.
Time of India
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Rupee slide fuels Mercedes-Benz price hike
Mercedes-Benz India faced a 13% increase in cost over the past year as the rupee continued to weaken against the euro, inflating the cost of imported parts. The Indian arm of the German luxury carmaker, which imports about 70% of its components, responded with calibrated price hikes, Santosh Iyer, managing director, Mercedes-Benz India told ET. Still, the automaker is noting a trend among Indian customers to splurge, not just on base luxury car models, but on bespoke customisations that often add ₹60 lakh to ₹1.5 crore to a car's price tag. Mercedes-Benz India raised car prices twice this year—one in January and another in June—with a third planned for September, said Iyer. The rupee breached the psychologically significant ₹100 mark against the euro only earlier this week. 'We've only passed on about 3% to the market but the rupee depreciation has raised our costs by nearly 13%. The gap is getting harder to absorb,' he said. Indian luxury car buyers are however undeterred by the elevated price tags. More than 70% of the company's top-end vehicles (TEV), priced above Rs1.5 crore, are being customised through its 'Manufaktur' programme, among the highest globally for Mercedes-Benz. Manufaktur is the cross-brand personalisation range for exclusive exterior equipment and high-quality interior equipment. Mercedes buyers in India are opting for hand-picked wood trims, exotic leather options, and bespoke paintwork, often pushing the price of already top-end vehicles like the AMG GT 63 or Maybach S-Class significantly higher. On Friday, the company unveiled two new sports cars from its 'GT Family'—the Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4MATIC with a dealership price of Rs3 crore, and the track-focused Mercedes-AMG GT 63 PR at Rs3.65 crore. "Customisation is not just about indulgence anymore; it's about value perception,' said Iyer. 'Customers see Nappa leather or special trim as worth the premium — even with the currency hit.' The surge in personalised luxury comes even as Mercedes-Benz continues to localise high-volume models—from the A-Class to the Maybach S580—to buffer some of the forex impact. The recently-launched E-Class sedan, for instance, features fully-localised glazing components for the first time, said Iyer. Still, high-value items like powertrains, infotainment systems, and electronics remain heavily Euro-dependent, making price hikes almost inevitable if the rupee remains at current levels. Despite the higher prices, sales of TEV models grew at an estimated 10-12% on-year in the first five months of 2025. This was boosted by a mix of thriving capital markets, resilient consumer sentiment, and lower borrowing costs passed on through the automaker's captive non-bank lending company. Recent reduction in interest rates by the Reserve Bank of India helped the NBFC to further cut the cost of borrowing, which it passed on to buyers. 'We are trying to mitigate that (higher prices of cars) with these special EMIs," said Iyer.
