The Mercedes-Benz Concept Style Coupe is now featured in the Future Models Section of MBUSA.com. This vehicle may not become a production model exactly like you see it now, but there are elements that we will certainly see in the next few years.

Would you choose this flashy two-door over a traditional C-Class sedan? Would you prefer the small and sporty coupe to the larger CLS-Class? Is lime green piping the way to go?

This concept vehicle from Mercedes-Benz hints and upcoming designs and technology. This vehicle is about the size of a C-Class with the swooping looks of a CLS-Class. It could be a research vehicle or it could be the first showing of a new niche that Mercedes-Benz will be entering. Either way, it is facinating!

There are a lot of exciting product launches coming from Mercedes-Benz this year and I wanted to gather the information together. This information is preliminary and can change as we go forward.

May – 2013 SL550 arrives! This is the latest in a long line of trendsetting Roadsters!

July – Refreshed 2013 GLK350. This car will have 1000 new parts including the new direct injected engine for better fuel economy!

August – E400 Hybrid. Not many details yet but we expect the Lithium Ion Battery technology.

September – All new 2013 GL-Class. Redesigned inside and out! Exciting new features!

December – GLK250 Bluetec! Our first 4 cylinder diesel for the US. We expect great fuel economy!

Next year – All New S-Class in sedan and coupe, Refreshed E-Class and we hear rumor of new AMG models!

125 years building the automobile and Mercedes-Benz is still setting the standard for luxury, safety and performance! I look forward to all of the innovations coming soon!

The 2013 SL550 “Edition 1″ will celebrate the introduction of the all-new sixth generation SL-Class. This limited production special edition features exclusive features inside and out, include a unique exterior paint which is only available for this model. Additional details include contrast stitching throughout the cabin and a full designo treatment, including upholstery, trim and headliner.

These special edition vehicles will only be available at launch and most dealerships will only receive one! Now is the time to act if this is the car you want!

2013 SL550 Edition 1 Launch Package

• designo Crystal Silver paint
• designo Classic Red Exclusive Leather
• designo Black Piano Lacquer Wood
• Premium 1 Package
• Driver Assistance Package
• Illiminated Door Sills
• Black Dinamica Headliner
• 19″ AMG 5-Spoke Wheels with special finish

* two-tone steering wheel is not on the US version

Automotive News is reporting that MBUSA CEO, Steve Cannon, confirmed the arrival of a diesel engine for the 2013 GLK-Class! The engine is expected to arrive as a 2013 model, at the same time the GLK-Class gets its’ mid-cycle refresh in the fall of 2012! The GLK-Class is already made with a variety of diesel engines in other markets. Most articles I have read are suggessting the US bound diesel GLK-Class will be the GLK250, a 4-cylinder engine with 201 horsepower and 369 lb/ft of torque but this is not confirmed.

Thank Mercedes-Benz! We love diesel!

I watched the 30 minute video on the Mercedes-Benz Facebook page as well, but this short video from the Mercedes-Benz.tv site is a pretty good summary!

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class will be unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detriot on Monday, January 9th. You can see it live on the Mercedes-Benz Facebook Page. The countdown has begun!

The 2012 C-Class Coupe is due to arrive in the US this fall. Mercedes-Benz has posted a lot of details and pictures in the Future Vehicles section at MBUSA.com.

Key Highlights

• Available with 302-hp 3.5-liter V-6 or 201-hp 1.8-liter inline-four engine
• Advanced 7G-TRONIC PLUS 7-speed automatic transmission
• Steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles
• Panorama sunroof
• LED daytime running lamps and tail lamps
• New infotainment system with 5.8-inch display, Bluetooth® audio streaming, HD Radio and USB connectivity
• Available mbrace in-vehicle communications suite
• ATTENTION ASSIST driver-drowsiness monitor
• Nine-airbag restraint system
• Adaptive brake with hold function
• HD Radio
• Available Blind Spot Assist and Lane Keeping Assist technology

Pictures of the redesigned 2012 CLS have been everywhere the last few days! The official debut is at the Paris Auto Show this fall but Mercedes has released official photos and this video a little early.