Mercedes-AMG Technology

TORONTO, ON - Established as an independent tuner and racer of Mercedes cars in 1967, AMG built its reputation on engine, chassis and driveline technology proven on the racetrack.  Now, as a part of the Mercedes Car Group, Mercedes-AMG combines its renowned ingenuity and quality with the global resources of Mercedes-Benz.  AMG engineers develop Mercedes performance technology to the highest level for optimized power, braking and handling.  Mercedes-AMG vehicles feature most or all of the following technology:

1. AMG Engines

All AMG models are powered by hand-assembled AMG engines.  The company's "One Man, One Engine" philosophy means that only approximately 45 master engine builders assemble every AMG engine in the newly redesigned AMG headquarters in Affalterbach, Germany.  Each engine builder assembles only two or three engines per day from start to finish, with complete responsibility and oversight for their production.  A symbol of the "One-Man, One-Engine" philosophy, the builder affixes his signature plate to each engine.

2. AMG Exhaust Systems

AMG exhaust systems employ larger-diameter pipes, freer-flowing mufflers and the signature AMG oval chrome exhaust tips.  The AMG exhaust systems provide both a performance benefit and a signature sound.

3. AMG Aerodynamics

The high top speed of most AMG vehicles requires carefully developed aerodynamics that both minimizes drag and produce neutral lift at high speed.  AMG body components are designed for high-speed stability and include optimized front and rear aprons as well as side ground effects.

4. AMG SpeedShift Automatic Transmissions

AMG has developed the Mercedes-Benz five-speed and seven-speed automatics into formidable performance transmissions.  Features of AMG transmissions include 35-percent quicker shifts than standard Mercedes transmissions, special programming to allow for active engine braking (double downshifts) as well as holding of gears during cornering.  AMG SpeedShift is now controlled on all Mercedes-AMG cars via two steering wheel shifting buttons for upshifts/downshifts and even greater control.

5.  AMG Brakes and Suspension

AMG brakes are developed based on the experiences of AMG participation in European DTM road racing.  AMG braking systems employ larger, aluminium multi-piston calipers (eight-piston fixed front calipers on the SL55, SL65, CL65, S55, S65, CL55, CLS55 and E55 AMG models), larger perforated rotors and refined brake programming to take full advantage of this stopping power.  AMG suspension likewise consists of specially developed shocks, springs, and, on applicable models, a reprogrammed ABC active suspension or Airmatic system.
About Mercedes-Benz Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of the three brands within the Mercedes Car Group in Canada; Mercedes-Benz, smart, and Maybach.  Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Mercedes-Benz Canada employs approximately 900 people in 22 locations across Canada.  Through a nationwide network of 18 Mercedes-Benz owned retail operations and 35 authorized dealerships, Mercedes-Benz Canada sold 15,790 vehicles in 2005, the best year ever reported for Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc.

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