Seen at the recently concluded SEMA show was this wild-looking Mercedes-AMG G55, as interpreted by Japanese tuner Wald International. Featuring a ventilated hood, a new front grille, revised headlights, LED daytime running lights, a larger front bumper, and wider wheel arches, the brawny G55 was then given a purple-hued exterior. Thankfully, it's only a wrap, so more conservative aficionados won't have to moan about Wald destroying the car's OEM finish. Predictably, a new set of alloy wheels was installed by Wald.
The result is a weirdly aggressive-looking G-Class that looks just about ready to transform into an ally of Optimus Prime. As a show vehicle, it certainly is eye-catching and it will appeal to certain segments of the buying public. But the G-Class's decades-old staying power comes from its rugged dependability and Old World looks. However, seeing new interpretations is always refreshing, and radical looks are needed if one is to be noticed in an extravaganza like SEMA.
Operators and contractors in the construction sector can look forward to the launch of the Mercedes-Benz Arocs, a new line of trucks and tractors that should meet a wide array of needs. With 16 different output variants—from 238 horsepower all the way through to 625 horsepower—and configurations of 2 to 4 axles, the Arocs range is designed to diversify.
Aside from providing a range suitable for different applications, the Arocs are also designed to meet Euro VI emissions standards, thanks in part to the BlueTec 6 engines. The trucks also come with PowerShift 3 as a standard feature—a first for Mercedes-Benz for its construction vehicles.
The Arocs will come with two new product groups. There’s the Loader, which features reduced kerb weight for tractor units that are payload-optimized and also for concrete mixers. It’s perfect for weight-sensitive operations. Then there’s the Grounder, which are meant to handle extreme conditions. With uncompromising performance even under the toughest tasks, the Grounder is sure to be a hit on construction sites all over the world.
The Mercedes-Benz Arocs is set to debut at the Bauma trade fair in April next year.
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