Yesterday we provide you details of the US-spec Mercedes-AMG C63, and we mentioned the “Edition 1” version during the initial launch period. In the press release, the Edition 1 is described as:

Exclusive and irresistible – the C63 “Edition 1″

The Mercedes-AMG C63 S is also available from market launch as an “Edition 1″ – with a stunning and irresistible combination of exclusive design and equipment features.. The “Edition 1″ can be identified from the outside by a number of design highlights:

– Forged wheels in 8.5 x 19 and 9...

Today Cadillac announced its new plan for naming its product line. The rule is quite simple: all of its current and future vehicles will be name in the format of  “CT[x]” (here x = a number starts at integer “1”, higher value means higher market position of the car).

For example, previously rumor said the upcoming Cadillac full-size sedan’s name will be “LTS”, now its official name is “CT6”. Below is a spy shot of the Cadillac CT6 full-size luxury sedan.

You may recall recently there is another brand also has this dramatic change of nomenclature, yes you are right, the Infiniti...

Following our first report about the new C63 AMG yesterday, today comes more details about the US-spec models.

First, please note that the official new name for the C63 AMG is: Mercedes-AMG C63. Below are latest summary of US-spec C63:

– Powered by the M177 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine
– 7-speed AMG Speedshift transmission
– C63: 469hp @ 5,500 – 6,250 rpm, 479 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750 – 4,500 RPM; 0-60mph: 4.0 seconds
– C63 S: 503hp @ 5,500 – 6,250 rpm, 516 lb-ft of torque @ 1,750 – 4,500 rpm; 0-60mph: 3.9 seconds
– Standard tire size: 245/40 R18 (front); 265/40 R18 (rear); optional size: 245/35 R 19 (front) and 265/35 R 19 (rear)
– C63 standard options: clutch type LS...

For months ago, we have reported a possible move that VW may be taking, that the next generation of the Phaeton will be “downgraded” to compete with significantly cheaper competitors such as the Chrysler 300 and the Ford Taurus.

Today there is an update from VW, it is simply that: the above plan is abandoned.

The next VW Phaeton will still be expensive, come with V8 and W12 engines, and may be priced way north of the $70k mark. The new Phaeton will be announced in 2018 as a 2019 model.

Today Mercedes-Benz unveiled some detailed information regarding the newly redeisgned C-Class sedan AMG variant: the C63 AMG. Below are some highlights:

– All C63 AMG models will be powered by the M177 4.0L twin-turbocharged V8 engine
– 7-speed AMG Speedshift transmission
– C63 AMG: 475hp, 479 lb-ft of torque; 0-100kmh (0-62mph): 4.2 seconds
– C63 AMG S: 510hp, 515 lb-ft of torque; 0-100kmh (0-62mph): 4.1 seconds
– Tire size: 245/40/R18 (front); 265/40/R18 (rear)
– C63 AMG standard options: AMG Ride Control sports suspension w/3-stage adjustable shocks; AMG speed-sensitive sports steering system; internally ventilated and perforated brake discs (size: 360mm/330mm – front/...