X156 Prototype Seen Testing

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X156 Prototype Seen Testing  阅读原文»

Spotted in testing is this future GLA-Class Mercedes-Benz prototype known for now as the X156. As Mercedes-Benz continues to expand its lineup to cover untapped niches in the market, we will see more and more variants of the MFA platform which is the basis for this and the A-Class models. As a crossover sport ute, the GLA-Class would pit itself against offerings from Infiniti, Lexus, Volvo and BMW.

Externally, the X156 carries styling cues from the A-Class, but with more aggressive curves to emphasize its its on and offroad versatility. For the interior, expect treatments that will be a cut above what the market is offering. Drivetrain-wise, we should see relatively small-displacement engines ranging from 1500 to 2100 cc. Some of these gasoline and diesel variants will developments of the partnership with Renault, and we can expect the high-output versions to have been massaged by AMG. No word yet on whether a rumored 350-hp GLA AMG will be greenlighted. Future customers will be able to choose from base models coming in 2-wheel drive versions, with the topline variants offering 4Matic all-wheel drive.

Expect the GLA and other variants of the MFA platform to be introduced to the market in the next two years.

F1: Mercedes Fails to Finish in Points in Indian GP  阅读原文»

It was yet another dismal run for Mercedes AMG Petronas at the 2012 Indian Grand Prix, as both drivers failed to finish with championship points. Nico Rosberg was only able to finish 11th, while Michael Schumacher only managed to complete 55 of the 60 laps in the race.

Meanwhile, it was Sebastian Vettel winning again, pulling away from Fernando Alonso, who finished second. Mark Webber went third, while the McLaren-Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button went fourth and fifth, respectively.

Schumacher had to retire on lap 59, for precautionary reasons. He also had a problem with a rear right tire puncture on lap 1 after colliding with Jean-Eric Vergne. Of course, he still classified as finishing the race because he was able to complete 90 percent or more of the laps.

Up next on the F1 calendar is the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, which will be held on November 4 at the Yas Marina Circuit. Here’s hoping the Mercedes team gets to perform better there. It’s down to the last three races of the season, and the only thing the team wants is to end it on a high note.

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