Anyone who truly has a love of racing has surely heard of what must be one of the best drivers that ever lived… Juan Maunel Fangio. If for some strange reason you don’t know who he was just sit down the candy and step away from the computer.

I have been very lucky to know or have known many of the greatest drivers of racing history but I never got to meet Juan Fangio. Better know and “The Master” he was a race car driver from Argentina, who dominated the first decade of Formula One racing. He won five Formula One World Driver’s Championships — a record which stood for 46 years — with four different teams (Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz and Maserati), a feat that has not been repeated since. How impressive is that for a resume? The statue above is a tribute to Juan Manuel Fangio that graces the streets of Monaco. What a fitting tribute it is and I can not think of a more fitting place for it to rest.
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I spent yesterday making the rounds of all the press conferences at the CIAS yesterday, while gradually getting sicker as the day went on. Today, I’m hanging out on the couch trying to feel better, while watching LeMans. Later in the day, I have lots of stories for you. For now, just a shot of the 2008 Mercedes McLaren SLR looking like it’s about to lift off.

The KISS principle. Keep It Simple Stupid.

Having been a car guy and a car industry guy for so many years, I have spent time in new and different vehicles more than the average Joe. Now that I write about cars, I spend even more time in cars from all different manufacturers. As a result, I’m usually pretty adept at finding my way around a vehicle and rarely need an owner’s manual to figure out the basic controls of a car.

When I started road testing cars & trucks for The Garage, I actually thought it was pretty funny the first time I had to reach for the book to figure out how to turn on something basic like cruise control. More often recently, I’m finding myself stymied when trying to find controls without using The Book.
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A couple from Kilgore, Texas, Craig and Sondra Harrington, have this thing about car names.

They are not car enthusiasts or employed in the automotive industry yet can’t resist Porsche, Audi and Lexus.

It appears the Harrington’s have a daughter named Lexus. To keep the car theme going they recently had twins and named them Porsche and Audi.

Both babies come with warranties. Can a “Baby” Mercedes be far behind?

Spy photogs across the sea continue to spot various camo versions of the anticipated BMW V series, the German automakers salvo aimed at the fellow Deutschland rival Mercedes R Class.

Lapland spotted

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There are few cars that are more sensual than a 58 Mercedes 300 SL, but the new McLaren SLR 722 is definitely sexier. If you were to make a good comparison, then the SL might be in the same league as Sophia Loren, while the SLR 722 is more like Anjolina Jolie. One purrs like a kitten, while the other will rip you to pieces if you finish first.

While one might question whether the hand built SLR 722 is worth the price of a house, there is always the consideration of relative value. In 1958, the average household income in the United States was $5,100, while the average home cost was just over $12,000. The 1958 SL had a sticker price in the neighborhood of 11 grand. In the current decade, household incomes are in the $70,000 ballpark, while the median home in the states costs $227,000. The SLR 722 is close to half a Million. Wait a minute…in relative terms…this thing is worth the price of well over 2 homes!

Not only is the price out of this world, I’m pretty sure I’d finish first! The ripping would be a blast.

Get the full details from MB after the break.

Don’t forget to visit our killer gallery.
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Looking like a proud Pappa, Dr Zee released the new Mercedes C-Class sedan to the world. The replacement to Mercedes biggest seller has been completely redesigned and is being offered in 2 visual formats, the more traditional version and a more sporting face.

More pictures and press release after the break.
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The young driving team of Fernando Alonso and Lewis Hamilton will tear up the streets of Valencia today in a pair of McLaren MP4-21’s for the launch of the new McLaren MP4-22. This must be a dream come true for Mr. Hamilton, while it should be mildly amusing for Alsonso. One thing is for certain, the spectators had best bring ear plugs.

We’ll have pics as they become available.

Vodafone McLaren Mercedes press release after the break
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Paris Hilton was arrested on Thursday morning for piloting her Mercedes SLR while under the influence. She claims to have had “only one” margarita, but that she hadn’t eaten all day and hadn’t rested all day! That’s a new one, I haven’t rested, so I blew over! Nice.

Once again, the lovely heiress sets a killer example for her young fans. At least her mouth was empty, just like her head.

Source TMZ

While there isn’t many details about the car yet, the first images of the new CL 63 AMG have arrived. Different rims and a few small detail changes are the subtle differences between this and the “regular” CL AMG.

source emercedesbenz via eurocarblog