Mercedes-Benz Models Named Top Safety Picks by IIHS

For a car that's made to drive at high speeds, size isn't everything. Unfortunately, not all large sports cars are as safe as they are lithe. However, Mercedes-Benz has two that meet both criteria and have been named Top Safety Picks by the Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS): the Mercedes-Benz E Class Coup and the Mercedes-Benz E Class Sedan.

To earn such an award from the IIHS, vehicles must endure a series of…

Mercedes-Benz Plans to Expand Hybrid Lineup

Shortly after Mercedes-Benz decided to expand its diesel presence in the U.S., bigger news was released about the auto maker. Recently, Mercedes-Benz announced that company will expand its fleet of hybrids to meet tightening global fuel economy standards. The first three models that will be transformed are the C-, E-, and S- class vehicles.  A date is not yet set for release but the new hybrids can be expected to reach Europe and the…