Rumors have swirled for some time about Mercedes-Benz’s desire to build a new high-end sports car to compete with the likes of Porsche’s 911 Turbo and Audi’s pending higher-power V-10 R8 coupe (whose name has yet to be disclosed). mb-slc-1-250.jpgAccording to Hans Lehmann over at Hidden Image (whose spy shooters clocked this prototype), the car, dubbed “SLC,” will be built on the next-generation SL platform and be motivated by the company’s 6.2-liter AMG V-8. Given that it’s based Join discussion...

The new Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren Roadster will be officially presented to the public at the upcoming Festival of Speed at Goodwood, Sussex, which is not far away from Woking, Surrey where the roadster will be assembled. The drop-top SLR will be first unveiled on Friday, June 23 and will take part in six events as well as will be present at Mercedes' stand from Friday trough Sunday. Join discussion...

Apple is developing a navigation system for Mercedes-Benz, according to German magazine Focus. The technology will debut for the 2009 model year, exclusive to Mercedes automobiles. Six months later, other automakers will be allowed to license the technology, the report claims. The first 2009 models are likely to show up in mid to late 2008 — roughly 12 to 16 months from now. With 2008 models already finalized and either at dealers or arriving this fall, Mercedes is likely already testing the Join discussion...