VOLLGEPACKT: Mercedes-Benz Art Collection exhibition in Stuttgart explores Turkish-German migration stories

The Mercedes-Benz Art Collection presents VOLLGEPACKT, a new exhibition in Stuttgart opening July 10, 2026, that delves into Turkish-German migration narratives through photography, literature, and documentary perspectives. The centerpiece is the photo series “Başardık” by Alwin Maigler, commissioned for the…

How a Mercedes-Benz-Built Manual Transmission Became Jeep Wrangler’s First Six-Speed

The Jeep Wrangler’s first six-speed manual transmission wasn’t homegrown—it came from Mercedes-Benz. The NSG370 gearbox, originally developed for the Chrysler Crossfire, debuted under the Wrangler’s hood in 2005, marking the first time the off-road legend offered a six-speed shifter of…

Why Detuning Your Engine Could Be a Smart Move (And What It Does to Longevity)

In a car culture obsessed with extracting every last horsepower, the idea of deliberately reducing engine power sounds counterintuitive. Yet detuning—deliberately dialing back an engine’s performance—can deliver tangible benefits in reliability, running costs, and even fuel economy. The logic is…