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BMW is honored to accept Autocar’s 2022 award for “Best Manufacturer”! This is a well deserved award due to BMW’s renowned innovation and superior features. Throughout the centennial, BMW has been creating vehicles with superior quality; from the interior, which reflects the high standards of BMW with their environmentally-friendly and luxuriousness of the Sensatec Upholstery, to the tips of the iconic Kidney Grille. Whether you are cruising around Coram or wandering around Wading River, car enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike will turn heads over BMW’s striking features and recognizable elements. BMW has a long successful history of manufacturing under their conveyor belt, with more than 107 years of production. BMW has been given the 2022 Autocar “Best Manufacturer” award not only for their luxurious quality, but also due to the availability of their line up. Currently, at BMW of Smithtown, we have over 90 new vehicles in stock and over 80 pre-owned vehicles in stock, with incoming deliveries everyday. Autocar has praised and awarded the “Best Manufacturer” award to BMW for 2022 for their versatility as well. BMW has created vehicles meant for riding around in something breathtaking, innovative and eye-catching. BMW continues to uphold their expectations for high-performance vehicles, while simultaneously refusing to compromise quality or quantity. BMW’s massive fleet of options reassures consumers that both their needs and their desires will be met effortlessly. From the most compact vehicle of the lineup, the Sports Activity Vehicle BMW X1, to BMW’s first fully electric BMW i4, new customers and loyal customers alike can find something that impresses themselves and the streets. The “Best Manufacturer” award has been bestowed upon BMW for the year of 2022 by Autocar on a foundation of impressive merit. BMW has impressed the car industry with the consistency of build and material quality as well as versatility. This accolade comes in conjunction for BMW with the 50th Anniversary of their M Models, shaping 2022 up for BMW to be just as bright as their LED headlights. Visit Competition BMW for any of your BMW needs! Call our sales department at 888-874-3331 or schedule your service here.

Mercedes-Benz USA recognizes only the top 22 percent of its dealerships with the Best of the Best Award. This means that only one out of five dealerships receive this distinguished award. An outstanding honor, this award is presented annually and goes to only the top-performing Mercedes-Benz dealerships for demonstrating superior performance in multiple areas, including: Customer Satisfaction New Vehicle Sales Certified Pre-Owned Sales Leadership & Management Service & Parts Operations The team at Mercedes-Benz of Huntington is so proud to have received this award which would not have been possible without our amazing customers, hardworking staff, and dedicated management to push us towards this honor. We are so proud to show our community why we should earn their business. We represent sophistication, luxury, and care, qualities that all businesses strive to achieve. At Mercedes-Benz of Huntington, you’ll always enjoy an elevated experience above the rest. There’s nothing we enjoy more than seeing a smile on the faces of our customers. We look forward to serving you and providing you with the utmost excellence for years to come!

Mercedes-Benz premiered its 2022 C-Class Sedan to the world and unsurprisingly eager to see its brilliant design unveiled, people all over the world tuned in to see the new sporty and modern design of the C-Class Sedan. After first debuting in 1993, the C-Class Sedan has undergone a multitude of significant design upgrades transforming it into the vehicle that we know and love today. The 2022 C-Class Sedan maintains the sporty design of previous model years in addition adding a variety of interior, technology, safety, and exterior upgrades. With a 2.0-liter biturbo inline-four engine, this vehicle will have 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque with the ability for rear-axle steering which offers more stability allowing you to be in complete control of the vehicle.  The C-Class will be available as a plug-in hybrid as well with the ability to travel 100 km/62 miles. With multiple advancements, there are significant technology upgrades incorporated into the design of the 2022 C-Class.  From Navigation with Augmented Video to Voice Assist to Artificial Intelligence, the 2022 C-Class Sedan is definitely the smartest compared to previous generations.  Similar to the new S-Class, the interior features an 11.9-inch infotainment display that is angled towards the driver to provide the feel of a sports car in the elegance and luxury of a Mercedes-Benz.  Powered by MBUX, this infotainment system elevates your experience to a new level. Advanced technology at the tip of your fingers! The C-Class’s vivid motion screens and intuitive controls devise for the perfect cockpit. The portrait-style 11.9 touchscreen is easily accessible for all your continent driving needs. With features like the Advanced Assist, the vehicle itself becomes aware of its surroundings to make the transition of lane-changing or just cruising on the road is much more safe and easy. The standard Blind Spot Assist also watches out for your passenger before exiting. Stay connected using the wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, never worry about not being able to follow your GPS or missing out on your favorite music. In addition, this vehicle also offers wireless charging, in-car Wi-Fi, and online music streaming. Our “Hey Mercedes” feature has become even smarter. It’s now available in more languages as well as being more fluid in understanding conversation. Ask a simple command and your C-Class will deliver. And now you can have up to 7 profiles saved via a fingerprint scanner in the dash. All of your comfort features and settings can be remembered and seamlessly transitioned if you suddenly need to change drivers on your next trip. The brand new GUARD 360 keeps virtual watch on the car when it’s parked. The surround cameras keep an eye out for any dangers or events that can happen when you are away from your vehicle. Life happens sometimes, and if another vehicle bumps it, it can send you an alert and save images in the car. A built-in dashcam is also available, if you’d like to stare at the luxurious interior and elegant details a little bit longer. The C-Class is the powerful beast on the road that no one will not be able to stop talking about. Electrified with new mild-hybrid power, this vehicle is the thriller of thrills. It comes with more energy and is action packed with more responsive and more refined features. This sporty sedan will be everything and more for the fun drive you are looking for, with a new 48-volt mild hybrid system that can boost power and torque electronically. Never worry about your vehicle not having the right features for that season. The C-Class can continuously adapt to help ensure power is sent to the wheels that can turn traction into action. Visit Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown or Mercedes-Benz of Huntington today to speak to a Sales Consultant about the 2022 C-Class along with our other 2022 models like the E-Class, GLA, GLC, GLE, and GLS.

Mercedes Benz is ecstatic to announce the ALL-NEW, REDESIGNED 2022 AMG® SL Roadster!  Expected to arrive in dealerships in early July 2022, this beauty comes with ALL-WHEEL DRIVE and a classic soft-top .. just in time for the hot sunny weather! When you wonder how on earth Mercedes-Benz can continue getting better, they drop an iconic, jaw dropping model like this one! An absolute beast, the SL brings an all-new level of strength to the table or should we say road? The AMG® 4.0-liter V8 engine pushes the limits power to new extremes. As if that wasn’t enough, this engine is paired with an AMG® SPEEDSHIFT® MCT 9-speed! It’s heightened in responsiveness and intensifies for all thrill seeking turns! This vehicle wants to get accustomed to your needs. With the AMG® Dynamic Select, you have the opportunity to fine-tune the throttle, shifting, damping, steering, and more. WOW! The color display buttons on the steering wheel engage preset modes from Comfort to Sport+, or an Individual mode you can customize. The meticulous design of this vehicle is made for the go with the flow mentality. From its advanced grille shutter system to a multistage rear spoiler, this beauty responds to a range of conditions to optimize cooling, minimize drag, emphasize downforce, and heighten enjoyment. Outperform all vehicles on the road with the AMG® engine. Features like fuel pressure and exhaust routing are designed to heighten and intensify this SL’s  thrilling and electrifying performance. This beautiful beast comes with agility in ALL-WHEEL DRIVE and dynamic ALL-WHEEL STEERING! The Mercedes-Benz SL’s architecture design is like no other vehicle. There’s innovation in every aspect of this sweet ride. The perfect cockpit does indeed exist! The lavish interior is visually pleasing to the eye in every way, especially with its sleek and smooth design for comfort seating. With voice or touch activated controls, you will hold the power to this beauty. With a large touchscreen display with crisp detailing, you can accomplish all your needs from one tap on your screen. No need to worry if the top is down, the touch screen tilt-adjusts to fight the glare from the sun. The perfect blend of “advanced lightness, a purer sports car, a grander tourer and a openly ebullient roadster” This sporty exterior is a unique star of its own. Designed for greatness, its body composed of aluminum, high strength steel, magnesium and fiber composites will keep your ride safe, sleek and smooth. The design is also more aerodynamic than ever, cruising through tough winds at ease and enjoying the view.  Its athletic appeal is like no other. With fluid lines and a solid substance, it holds a bold and independent role on the road. You deserve to feel like a superstar, and a nice ride through the streets of Saint James with the top down is just what you need. The SL’s triple-layer power soft top is like nothing you’ve ever seen before. To add to the lightweight appeal of the vehicle, this soft top eliminates 50 lbs. Simply give the SL 15 seconds to turn into the summer vehicle you’ve always wanted. The Z-form created its own rear deck and without crowding your trunk space. The more the merrier, with two seats in the front and the back, this is the first four-seater ever. The SL appears with a coupe like finish, but is very versatile in commodious cabin space. The front seats make you feel important. With features like power adjustment, heating, ventilation and active massaging, we can promise .. you’ll never want to leave. Enjoy the top-down even in cold weather with AIRSCARF®. This feature allows warm air to hit the driver’s neck to enjoy the convertible drive without sacrificing your comfortability truly making this a car for every season. The Mercedes-Benz AMG® SL will be here before you know it and we want you to be ready. You can stay tuned on our social media for updates regarding this beauty. Access more information on our blogs, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. You can also custom order your vehicle through our website as well as compare different models for a better understanding of your perfect fit. For amazing vehicles just like this one, visit Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown or Mercedes-Benz of Huntington today to speak with a Sales Consultant about becoming one of our happy customers.  Call us today at 631-265-2204 to schedule your appointment.

In this day and age, consumers all over Long Island are becoming more and more mindful of fuel consumption when purchasing a new or even used vehicle. Given that, many car manufacturers have been giving their hardest effort to create vehicles that are fuel efficient and sustainable. What is Fuel Economy/Efficiency? Fuel economy is the number of miles a vehicle can travel using a specific amount of fuel/gas, usually measured per gallon, thus creating the form of measurement referred to as miles per gallon, or MPG for short. Mercedes-Benz is proud to be an automotive company that keeps fuel efficiency and sustainability in mind when creating their vehicles. Here are a few of the Mercedes-Benz models that are the most fuel efficient. Electric The 2022 EQS 450+ Nothing is more efficient than a vehicle that does not use gas at all! The 2022 EQS 450+ is an electric S-Class level vehicle that was released at the end of 2021. Sedans 2022 A 220 Sedan This entry-level sedan offers a 35 MPG highway/ 24 MPG city fuel economy. 2022 C-Class Sedan This mid-size sedan offers a 31 MPG highway/ 22 MPG city fuel economy. SUVs 2022 GLA 250 SUV This entry-size SUV boasts a whopping 34 MPG highway/ 24 MPG city fuel economy. 2022 GLB 250 SUV This mid-sized SUV with optional third-row seating offers a 32 MPG highway/ 24 MPG city fuel economy. Coupes 2022 CLA 250 Coupe This beautiful coupe offers a 36 MPG highway/ 25 MPG city fuel economy. Choosing a fuel-efficient vehicle a key aspect in one’s car buying journey especially for commuters.Competition Automotive Group is proud to stand behind a company that has some of the best fuel economy ratings in comparison to many luxury vehicles! Whether you are looking for a new, pre-owned, or certified pre-owned Mercedes-Benz to ride along the Northern State Parkway or Jericho Turnpike, let our highly-rated dealership help you find the vehicle that you are looking for. Visit either our Huntington or Smithtown showroom to indulge yourself into the world of luxurious sustainability.

Any car enthusiast in Long Island, New York, and all over the world, has heard of the iconic name Mercedes-AMG®. This year, AMG® celebrates it’s 55th anniversary with a special limited release of a special “55 Edition” of a few of their models including the AMG® CLA 45, AMG® G 63, and the AMG® A 35 hatchback. The AMG® brand has had roots in the automotive community since 1967, making AMG® a key part in vehicle history. Both the AMG® G 63 and AMG® CLA 45 will have 55 units each available to the American market while the AMG® A 35 hatchback will be available in Europe only. All of the special Edition 55 vehicles will include the amazing Aerodynamics Package. This adds a body kit which includes a a front splitter and rear spoiler. AMG® also has added the Night Package and Night Package II. These two packages include various black exterior trim and emblems as seen on the outside of the vehicle. The interior of each vehicle comes in a beautiful black and red leather combo, a timeless look where you just can’t go wrong. For more information on the Edition 55 vehicles, reach out or take a quick drive out to either our Huntington or Smithtown location!

f you have been a part of the car scene for the past couple of months then you know that this is the era of the electric vehicles, or "EVs" for short. Every automotive company has been churning out electric versions of their most popular vehicles. Last year it was the 2022 EQS for Mercedes-Benz, an electric version of their flagship vehicle, the S-Class. Becoming an instant hit, Mercedes-Benz has furthered the Mercedes-EQ line with their all-new all-electric SUV: the EQS SUV 450+. This groundbreaking SUV is the first large luxury SUV from Mercedes-EQ that seats up to seven people. This Mercedes-Benz is expected to rival both the Tesla Model X and BMW iX with an estimated range of 373 miles. Similarly to the 2022 EQS, the EQS SUV will have two trim levels: the 450+ with rear-wheel drive and the dual-motor EQS SUV 580 4MATIC®. According to The Verge, “The 450+’s 265kW rear-axle motor will put out 265kW of energy, enabling 355 horsepower and 419 pound-feet of torque. The 580 4MATIC® configurations front and rear-axle motors put out a combined 400kWh, for 536 horsepower and 633 pound-feet of torque.”. Additionally, the EQS SUV will also feature the Hyperscreen. With MBUX, Navigation, Voice Recognition with “ Hey-Mercedes! “, Apple Carplay, Android Auto and so much more. With the EQS SUV,  you will truly have the world at your fingertips. Taking style cues from both the 2022 EQS, EQE, and EQB, the EQS SUV mimics the grille, single-tail light setup, and wheelbase size of 126 inches. Being an SUV, this new EV obviously differentiates itself from the EQS by size. The EQS SUV will be over 7.8 inches higher than the 2022 EQS sedan. Sitting at a whopping 202 inches long, 77 inches wide, and 68 inches tall, the EQS SUV is slightly slimmer and shorter than the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. This electric SUV is scheduled to go into production at the Mercedes-Benz plant in the next few months, making the EQS SUV available to Mercedes-Benz drivers in Huntington, Northport, Commack, Fort Salonga, and all over the world very soon! Whether you take the EQS SUV on the Northern State Parkway, LIE, or even just Jericho Turnpike, this SUV is made to be eye-catching, advanced, sustainable, and convenient. If you are interested in the newest vehicle in the Mercedes-EQ lineup, then contact our sales department at either our Smithtown or Huntington dealership.

With summertime in full swing, more and more Mercedes-Benz drivers of Suffolk and Nassau County of Long Island, flock to the roads to embark on their summer road-trips. Whether they use their GLS 450 to go off-roading, or their E 350 to go and sight-see, going on a road trip in a Mercedes-Benz can be one of the best activities of the summer! Here at Mercedes-Benz of Huntington, our Parts Department near Northport, Greenlawn, Centerport, and Commack, is packed with OEM Mercedes-Benz accessories that make traveling with your car a breeze. Here are some of our favorites! Roof Rack/Carrier Bars: Having a roof rack or barrier bars installed onto your vehicle helps with transporting bikes, sporting goods, camping gear, and a wide range of other items with ease. Roof Top Carrier: With the roof rack installed on your GLE 450, C 300, or GLB 250, the possibilities are endless. Roof top carriers are mounted to your vehicle’s barrier bars and act as small storage units that allow transport of winter and summer leisure accessories, including skis, snowboards, diving equipment, etc. Trailer Hitch: Tow RV’s, and so much more with ease by getting a trailer hitch installed onto your vehicle. Many accessories are also manufactured to be able to attach to your trailer hitch. Bicycle Rack: Road-tripping often means road or mountain biking to explore new areas. Bike racks make cycle transport quick and easy. Comfort Box: The Mercedes-Benz comfort box is a practical way to store items in your trunk. The comfort box creates a separate compartment in your vehicle’s trunk to help you stay organized and keep things from rolling around or moving. All-Season Floor-Mats: Whether you’re trekking through dirt trails, driving through the desert, or offroading into the mountains, keeping your Mercedes-Benz clean is no easy feat. Luckily, All-Season Floor Mats make clean up easy, especially while on the road! Mercedes-Benz Lifestyle Accessories: You can never underestimate the value of a good hat or t-shirt to make your journey more comfortable and stylish! The Mercedes-Benz Lifestyle Collection sold in our Mercedes-Benz Boutique carries many hats to keep the sun out of your face while you are on your hike, mugs to keep in your RV, water bottles to keep you hydrated, and so much more! Wherever you are deciding to spend the remainder of the summer, Mercedes is honored to be apart of your journey! If you are looking to join the Mercedes-Benz family, please contact either our Huntington or Smithtown store. To order any of these original Mercedes-Benz accessories for your next road-trip, contact our Parts Department by calling (631) 486-0235 , and have them ordered to our Huntington located dealership, where our Service Department can install it on your vehicle, stress-free! Be sure to check out our monthly Service and Parts Specials, you never know what may apply to your purchase!

While we have previously discussed Mercedes-Benz’ newfound role in philanthropy, however Mercedes-Benz has been focusing upon the ratio of women in STEM while producing The Best or Nothing for years. In November of 2019,  Mercedes-Benz, Mattel and the National Girls Collaborative Project launched “ No Limits” on National STEM/STEAM Day; which is an initiative that aims to encourage children to consider hobbies regardless of the stereotype they may have. Mercedes-Benz teamed up with Mattel to make a Matchbox version of Ewy Rosqvist’s 1962 220 SE Sedan. Ewy Rosqvist was the first woman to compete in and win the Argentina Grand Prix in 1962. Mercedes-Benz and Mattel continued with the National Girls Collaborative Project to build an initiative to give out 50,000 of the models cars to young girls, with the hope of instilling them with the urge to fight the stereotypes of what girls and boys can do. In July of 2020, The Mercedes F1 team, and primarily Lewis Hamilton, the race-driver currently representing Mercedes in Formula One, created The Hamilton Commission. This Commission was created after Hamilton saw Mercedes F1 staff photographs and their lack of diversity. The Hamilton Commission goal is to promote diversity in motorsports, “in our organization, just 3% of our workforce identify as belonging to minority ethnic groups and only 12% of our employees are women,” the Mercedes F1 team noted at the time. “This lack of diversity shows that we need to find new approaches to attract talent from many areas of society we do not currently reach.” The Mercedes F1 team did not hesitate to recruit new team members, Mercedes has begun orienting their goals to bring 25% of its new recruits from under-represented groups every year until the end of 2025. In November of 2020, Mercedes F1 Team and Lewis Hamilton also announced a new partnership with the Mulberry Schools Trust and launched the Mulberry STEM Academy. Lewis Hamilton and Toto Wolff (who holds a 33% stake in the Mercedes-AMG® Petronas F1 Team) partnered up with students from the Mulberry Academy of Shoreditch, Mulberry School for Girls and Mulberry UTC virtually during the launch of the Mulberry STEM Academy. This academy offers extra-curriculars in science, technology, engineering and mathematics subjects for students ranging from 7-years-old to 18. The Mulberry Academy pointedly places students from minority and disadvantaged backgrounds to the frontlines of STEM industries. With the help and encouragement of Hamilton, Wolff, and Mercedes-Benz, there will be new, diverse, generations of engineers and designers. In March of 2021, Mercedes began a partnership with the Stemettes to encourage girls, young women and non-binary people to have interest and curiosity for STEM related hobbies. The Stemettes are a social enterprise that aims to support and guide young women as well as non-binary people in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths careers. The Stemettes teamed up with Mercedes F1 engineers on a four-month mentoring program. Through learning workshops, firsthand experiences, guidance and encouragement the Stemettes have worked with more than 50,000 young people ages 5-25 internationally since 2013. On January 27th 2022, The Stemettes and Mercedes collaborated again for National Mentoring Month. The collaboration was a livestream over Instagram with educators from Mercedes-Benz that made for a “‘STEM”azing” chat with viewers! In May of 2022, rap and pop superstar will.i.am collaborated with Mercedes-Benz called “The Flip”. The Flip is the second major project from will.i.am, which creates a one-time Mercedes-Benz GT 4-Door Coupé with modifications that aim to set the overall expectations of vehicles produced in the future. The role of this special GT 4-Door Coupé is to work directly with helping disadvantaged students learn with the “ i.am/Angel Foundation”; The i.am/Angel Foundation is will.i.am’s STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) education outreach organization for disadvantaged families and communities. Each and every activity involved with any usage of  “The Flip” will have the i.am/Angel Foundation forging the way to “build a STEAM-ready talent pool that will lift families and communities out of poverty”, according to Mercedes- AMG®. This foundation was formed to inspire younger generations of technology creators, “every school has a basketball court, and many have football fields, but only two businesses benefit from these skill sets, and it’s mostly for boys,” will.i.am said in a statement last year about his collaboration with FIRST Robotics and the L.A. school system. “Football is great, but my niece will never play for the NFL. With robotics clubs, boys and girls can learn valuable STEM skills and how to work in teams – knowledge that helps secure college scholarships and, eventually, high-paying jobs.” This past June, Mercedes-Benz celebrated their global initiative,She’s Mercedes, turning 7 years old! Mercedes-Benz created this global initiative dedicated to inspiring, connecting and empowering women and their unique success, not to get women to buy more cars. When asked why Mercedes-Benz launched a platform for women in a male-dominated genre, their answer was simple, “because respect and diversity are elementary principles for Mercedes-Benz. And also, because we believe that the power of inspiration can achieve outstanding things, especially when connecting people.” The She’s Mercedes platform created a dialogue for women and their experiences, and fosters female empowerment in all sectors, from entrepreneurs, innovators, artists to engineers. In October 2021, three Canadian motorsport athletes, Demi Chalkias, Cherie Storms and Nicole Havrda, piloted the always impressive and powerful Mercedes-AMG® GT4 in an endurance race at California’s Buttonwillow Raceway Park. This teamed was formed with Mercedes-Benz of Canada team under the leadership of former race-car driver Melanie Paterson, coach and mentor. ' Nicole Havrda at only 16-years-old, has been inputting countless hours training on a racing simulator. Nicole began her career racing go-karts, where she was named West Coast Kart Club’s Rookie of the Year in 2019, the same year as her first podium finish. Nicole is currently training to compete in Formula 3 competition across North America in 2023 in the open-wheel racing car category. Nicole has been taking the male-dominated field head-on since before the tender age of 16, and plans to double-down on female representation well into her twenties. Cherie Storms, the first woman to compete in Mazda Club and a three-time Sports Car Club of BC Competitor of the Year Recipient, competes across Canada and the United States in sprint and endurance sportscar racing. When Cherie is not spinning wheels and drifting on the track, she is a mentor dedicated to promote and encourage female drivers. In June of 2022, Mercedes-Benz of Canada has collaborated with Demi Chalkias for She’s Mercedes. Demi Chalkias, who professionally races a Mercedes-Benz AMG® GT53, won the 2018 GT4 Championship, and was the first woman to win the CASC GT3 Championship in 2020. Demi proclaims that she “lives to show other girls they can succeed in male dominated sports”, and what an inspiration she is! These highly courageous and intelligent women are helping to further pave the way to female empowerment and increasing female representation in male-dominated fields. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown takes pride in knowing women of all ages can succeed in any subject matter they’re interested in. We are honored to highlight these spectacular women on International Women in Engineering Day, and we cannot wait to see how these lovely women break gender-roles in the future.

With the production of various electric vehicles, releasing body styles and specs of the 2023 line-up, and planning future line-ups, Mercedes-Benz has increased their presence by entering into the realm of philanthropy. Mercedes-Benz has created a scholarship program, called the The Mercedes-Benz Fund, to support young minds worldwide, focusing on areas of environmental science and decarbonization. The funding for this global initiative is directly from the auction of one of the rarest vehicles to exist: The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR Uhlenhaut Coupé. This vehicle is 1 of 2 prototypes ever created and represents a milestone in sports car development. This gorgeous car was sold for 135 million EUR, or $142,421,490 USD and is described by Mercedes-Benz themself as “an absolute rarity…one of the finest examples of automotive engineering and design by automotive experts and enthusiasts worldwide.” The 1955 300 SLR is more than deserving of the high accolades and recognition.  Motorsport Guru Karl Ludvigsen described the Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR as “one of the most exciting cars that Mercedes-Benz has ever built.” This statement by Ludvigsen is especially valid when reviewing the specs of the vehicle, which is only emphasized in combination to the expectations and the technological availabilities of the mid 1950s. Described by the creator Rudolf Uhlenhaut himself as a “hot-heeled touring car”, the name fits the bill! This rare coupé outputs 310 horsepower and weights a little short of 2,500lbs; it was the fastest car registerable for use on public roads during its release era. Unfortunately, Mercedes-Benz felt the demand was extremely low for such a speedy, yet elegant and relaxed, sports coupé during the mid-1950s, sealing its fate to it’s extremely recherché title 67 years later. The proceeds from this auction will go towards Mercedes-Benz’ global scholarship program to encourage the new generations to develop amazing and new technology to follow in Rudolf’s innovative footsteps. The Mercedes-Benz Fund will focus supporting young people in their commitment to studying and creating a more sustainable future, “We are convinced that access to education in these areas will be crucial in encountering the great challenges of our time and contribute to greater stability, prosperity and social cohesion” explains Renata Jungo Brüngger, who is a board member of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG for Integrity and Legal Affairs, and is mainly responsible for the governance of the Mercedes-Benz Fund. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown has supreme faith in the next generations of engineers and designers. In addition with the Mercedes-Benz Fund, this faith translates into outright confidence. The generosity of Mercedes-Benz to auction off such a rare classic vehicle for environmental funding shows just how serious Mercedes-Benz is to their commitment to sustainability and producing all-electric vehicles; Mercedes-Benz strives toward 70% of energy production to be offset by renewable energy by 2030. Mercedes-Benz has also pledged to product strictly all-electric vehicles until the end of this decade, and aims to cut the carbon footprint per passenger car by more than half by 2030. The 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300 SLR now holds a spot on the list for top ten most valuable items of any type to ever be sold at auction. Knowing there are only two of these gorgeous vehicles in the world, it is natural to wonder where the second half of the matching set is; The second 300 SLR Coupé remains in Mercedes-Benz ownership and will continue to be displayed at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart, Germany. Mercedes has therefore not only set the stage for luxury vehicles but for philanthropy as well.

Competition BMW is excited to announce the long anticipated wait is over, the BMW i4 has finally arrived. Competition BMW is proud to announce and discuss the first vehicle of its kind in BMW’s history, the BMW i4 M50, and the first all-electric Gran Coupe, the BMW i4 eDrive40! The innovation of BMW has the opportunity to shine with the newly released BMW i4. With two models in its class, BMW has exceeded all expectations. The BMW i4 M50 keeps the same sporty characteristics that BMW is well-known for and BMW M has merged together these iconic specs with next-gen features, striving to find a perfect balance. A perfect balance both sought and achieved. BMWUSA encourages customers to “discover the intense combination of electric innovation and expert engineering” in regards to the BMW i4 M50.This brand new electric vehicle has nearly perfect weight distribution, which helps with responsiveness and an overall better balance for the vehicle. This 50/50 weight distribution does not take away from the aggressive and renowned BMW bodystyling, with Kidney Front Grilles and the Hofmeister kink. The i4 M50 is all-wheel drive, powered by dual electric motors injecting power to all four of the wheels independently. These dual motors also boost horsepower and acceleration; The 2022 BMW i4 M50 goes from 0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds, with a maximum horsepower of 536 mph. The body material also strives to increase speed and precise handling, the suspension components, body panels and chassis are made from lightweight aluminum. The Adaptive M Suspension keeps consistency in regards to ride height and comfort. The BMW i4 M50 is the speedier version of the i4s, making it clear to see from the badging of BMW M on the exterior, to the M Sport Brakes and M wheels. The BMW i4 eDrive40 might not be quicker than the i4 M50, but it holds its own definitely. As the first ever fully electric Gran Coupe, the excitement does not stop there. The i4 eDrive40 goes 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds with a maximum of 335 mph. The reduction of maximum horsepower is a fair trade-off, considering the i4 eDrive40 gets over 30 more miles of range in comparison to the i4 M50. The i4 eDrive40 has a range up to 301 miles, the i4 M50 has a 270 mile range. The i4 eDrive40 has a rear-mounted motor with rear-wheel drive. Although this vehicle does not come standard with BMW M trim or enhancements, there is always an option! The available M Sport Package includes the M Steering Wheel, Aerodynamic Kit, rear spoiler and exclusive wheel designs. Both of these BMW vehicles are the forefront of a more sustainable future due to their fully electric capabilities. This innovation in fuel can raise various questions for customers, the first question possibly being, “How do I charge my car?” BMW has you covered. There are various ways to charge your brand new electric vehicle. BMW has partnered with Electrify America, and offers 2 years of complimentary 30-minute charging sessions. Every BMW i4 comes with a Flexible Fast Charger. This is a portable device that is compatible with any 120V or 240V outlet. When charging on a 240V outlet, you can charge your BMW i4 from 0%-100% in less than 10 hours. You can also charge your new electric car from 0% to 100% in less than 10 hours with a BMW Wallbox at home. This Wallbox is a Level 2 charger that gets installed in the garage, creating rapid charging whenever you need it. BMW is releasing a third generation of the Wallbox by the second half of 2022! The sustainability of the BMW i4 does not stop at the type of fuel intake. BMW reduced their use of raw materials to using 100% renewable energy at production plants. In addition, BMW makes their own batteries using the aforementioned 100% renewable energy to constantly work towards reducing CO2 emissions globally. Thinking in the present and the future is something BMW is conscious of. BMW has also developed a recycling process which recycles up to 96% of their battery components in the future. When purchasing a fully electric BMW, Customers are eligible for a federal tax credit up to $7,500, lower lifetime maintenance costs and customers often receive preferential parking for increased convenience while charging. At Competition BMW, it is an honor and a privilege to deliver the latest and greatest technology that the car industry has to offer. Our excitement for the BMW i4 only increases with time. As customers purchase and play with their new vehicles, we would love to hear our customers feedback and experience. Come stop by the showroom to see this electric innovation. Check out both our new and pre-owned car inventory or call our sales department at (888) 734-331 for more information.

With June 8th being World Oceans Day, BMW is proud to raise awareness by teaming up with Oceana and Washed Ashore. Both of these amazing non-profit organizations work tirelessly to protect, preserve, and raise awareness for the depleting state of our oceans. Oceana is a leader in protecting and restoring marine abundance and biodiversity. Washed Ashore is a non-profit organization devoted to reducing ocean plastic by repurposing ocean pollution into art that brightens communities while raising awareness. Oceana is a non-profit organization that has protected almost 4 million square miles of ocean and has won over 225 victories for the oceans. Some of these victories include but are not limited to: stopping bottom trawling in sensitive habitat areas of sea turtles, to commercial fishing gear, to protecting over 25,000 square miles of deep-sea coral in New England’s Georges Bank and the Gulf of Maine. Oceana’s current campaign focus is trying to protect the most endangered large whales on the planet, the North Atlantic Right Whale. The lack of population is worrisome, with less than 80 breeding females and only about 330 whales in existence. Washed Ashore has gathered over 60,000 lbs of beach debris and repurposed the pollution into art sculptures that inspire change and spread awareness. Washed Ashore’s mission is to “build and exhibit aesthetically powerful art to educate a global audience about plastic pollution in the ocean and waterways…to spark positive changes in consumer habits”. BMW has partnered with these fabulous great non-profit organizations to raise awareness while highlighting BMW’s own steps toward a brighter future and cleaner ocean. BMW has released the iX, the fully electric SAV, built in a 100% renewable energy plant. Learn more about the iX and i4 in our in-depth blog post here. The iX is made with sustainable materials, olive leaf tanned leather, and floor coverings and mats from recovered fishing nets. BMW has also contractually agreed with all of their battery cell manufacturers to only use green electricity when producing the fifth-generation of battery cells. With this use of green electricity, over 10 million tons of CO2 are saved within a span of 10 years. In the future, BMW will purchase its cobalt directly from non-industrial Australian and Moroccan mines, ensuring 100% transparency regarding the origin of these key raw materials. BMW will also purchase their lithium directly from the mines in Australia. BMW has also partnered with BASF SE, a German multinational chemical company and the largest chemical producer in the world, GIZ, a German development company, Samsung SDI and Samsung in Electronics in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, to create a cross-sector initiative. The goal of this initiative is to improve the conditions in the aforementioned integral cobalt mines. GIZ will test out a 3-year-long project to better the living conditions of these small-scale mines and their communities. If this project is a success, the approach will possibly be implemented long term, transferring to other small, non-industrial mines. BMW is proud to make waves of awareness for World Oceans Day with a power-team of nonprofits. In conjunction with BMW’s own steps towards a greener future, each year of production has a positive intent or impact on the grand scale of bettering our Earth. You can donate to Oceana here. Donations to Washed Ashore can be found here! Donations will help with education about plastic pollution and with repurposing the foraged refuse. BMW is encouraging customers to visit their preferred dealer to learn more about the BMW iX, and encouraging customers to visit , a two-story exhibit located at the Grove in Southern California.