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First Sight: Mercedes-Benz S-Class

The new S-Class is replacing a model series which is the world number 1 in the luxury class, and of which around 485,000 have been produced since its introduction in 1998. The previous W220 series was much admired on introduction and still seems competitive to many eyes but will be replaced by the latest model at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.   Specification The new flagship model by Mercedes-Benz is larger than its predecessor in every respect.

New designs make car buyers happy, J. D. Power APEAL survey finds

Buyers of 2011 vehicles are happier with their choice if the car or truck is a new design instead of a carryover model, according to a survey results released on Wednesday, even though new designs are more prone to quality problems. The Hyundai Equus luxury sedan was the top-ranked car in J. D.

How the car world salutes military members and marks Veterans Day

Eddie Rickenbacker was one of the pioneers of open-wheel racing, and he later owned Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Sandwiched in between, he was one of America's most celebrated flying aces of World War I. With prowess on the track and service to his country, the aviator had four starts at Indy and won the Congressional Medal of Honor.