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Summer on Long Island is the perfect time to explore beautiful coastal roads, charming towns, and hidden gems right in your own backyard. Whether you’re planning a weekend adventure, a date day, or a relaxing drive with family and friends, there are plenty of scenic routes worth discovering. Here are five Long Island drives to add to your summer bucket list. 1. North Shore Gold Coast Drive Take a trip in a GLB along Long Island’s North Shore and experience winding roads, waterfront views, historic estates, and charming villages. This route is perfect for a relaxing afternoon drive with stops for local restaurants, coffee shops, and scenic overlooks. Highlights include: Beautiful harbor views Historic neighborhoods Quaint downtown areas 2. Montauk Highway to the East End Few drives capture the feeling of summer like a trip out toward Montauk. Enjoy views of vineyards, farms, beaches, and coastal landscapes as you make your way east. Make stops along the way for: Local farm stands Beaches Small-town shops Waterfront dining 3. Ocean Parkway Scenic Drive For a classic Long Island summer experience, take a drive in a C-Class along Ocean Parkway. With views of the Atlantic Ocean, beaches, and dunes, this route is a favorite for those looking to enjoy the coastline. Don’t miss: A beachside stop A sunset drive A walk along the shore 4. Shelter Island & North Fork Adventure Head east for a peaceful drive through the North Fork in a GLS, where you’ll find vineyards, farm fields, waterfront views, and relaxing country roads. Add a ferry ride to Shelter Island for an extra memorable day trip. Perfect for: Couples looking for a getaway Food and wine lovers Anyone wanting a slower pace 5. Fire Island & South Shore Route Explore the South Shore for a mix of coastal scenery, charming communities, and beautiful waterfront areas. While some destinations require a ferry, the drive itself offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy Long Island’s summer atmosphere. Get Your Mercedes-Benz Summer-Ready Before You Go Before heading out on your next Long Island adventure, make sure your Mercedes-Benz is ready for the miles ahead. A summer service check can help keep your vehicle performing at its best, whether you’re cruising along the coast, exploring the North Fork, or taking a weekend trip out east. At Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown, our factory-trained technicians know your vehicle inside and out. From checking your tires and brakes to inspecting fluids, battery performance, and air conditioning, we help ensure your Mercedes-Benz delivers the comfort, confidence, and performance you expect all summer long. Whether you’re taking a quick weekend cruise or planning a longer journey across Long Island, your Mercedes-Benz is designed to make every drive more enjoyable. Wherever the road takes you this summer, Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is here to help you get there with confidence. Schedule your service today and keep your summer adventures moving.

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA 350 4MATIC Sedan introduces a refreshed expression of compact luxury, combining elegant styling with advanced technology and confident performance. Designed to appeal to discerning drivers, it brings a more mature, sophisticated presence to the CLA lineup while remaining true to its dynamic character. Distinctive Exterior Design The exterior of the CLA 350 4MATIC reflects Mercedes-Benz’s “Sensual Purity” design philosophy, emphasizing clean lines and balanced proportions. A low, aerodynamic profile — with a class-leading drag coefficient of just 0.21 — enhances both aesthetics and efficiency. Design highlights include: A newly sculpted front fascia with a wide grille and LED light signature that reinforces the vehicle’s confident stance. Flush door handles and a flowing roofline that contribute to a modern, streamlined silhouette. An optional fixed panoramic roof that brings openness to the cabin while accentuating the vehicle’s refined contours. Extended wheelbase dimensions, which subtly improve cabin space while enhancing the overall visual balance. Interior Features and Technology Inside, the CLA 350 4MATIC integrates cutting-edge technology with premium craftsmanship. The cabin is anchored by the latest MBUX infotainment system powered by MB.OS, offering enhanced voice control, seamless connectivity, and adaptive functionality. A widescreen digital display creates a driver-focused cockpit, with the available “Superscreen” delivering a unified, high-resolution user experience. Key interior and performance features include: A turbocharged engine paired with 4MATIC all-wheel drive, offering approximately 349 horsepower and responsive driving dynamics. An intuitive AI-based interface, including real-time learning and personalization. A comprehensive suite of driver-assistance systems, such as adaptive cruise control, active lane keeping, and traffic sign recognition. A Balanced Approach to Luxury The CLA 350 4MATIC is not merely a compact sedan—it is a carefully engineered blend of aesthetics, performance, and intelligent functionality. Its updated exterior design communicates confidence, while its interior showcases the brand’s continued commitment to innovation and luxury at every level. With its 2026 update, the CLA 350 4MATIC offers a compelling proposition for those seeking a well-appointed, forward-thinking luxury sedan in a sophisticated and practical package. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY 11780 mbsmithtown.com (877) 862-7343

Mercedes Benz is happy 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! The Powerful Performance You’ve Been Waiting For! An absolute beast, the SL brings an all-new level of strength to the yellow-lined 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. A vehicle that remembers what you like is important. The perfect build to glide right onto the road. 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. The SL is made to enjoy the thrill seeking ride ahead. 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! Modern Style with Advanced Technology 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. You hold the power! With voice or touch activated controls, you will hold the power to this beauty. Offering a large touchscreen display with crisp detailing, you can achieve all your needs from one tap on your screen. Not 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. Leaving Your Worries In The Wind 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 Gift That Keeps On Giving The more the merrier, 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 chilly weather with AIRSCARF. This feature allows warm air to hit the driver’s neck to enjoy the convertible drive without sacrificing your comfortability. The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is coming sooner than you think 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 on 630 Middle Country Road in St. James 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.

Efficiency and electric range in a whole new light. Mercedes-Benz introduces sustainability and electromobility in a brand new way. The new Vision EQXX prototype has been released and this amazing vehicle has unmatched features. This beauty can endure more than 1,000 kilometers on one single battery charge. The aerodynamics and exterior design play a major role in this. It is also very lightweight due to the use of new materials, meaning less energy to burn. Achieving Milestones You may recall the luxurious 2022 EQS, for holding the world record for the most aerodynamic production vehicle. The plan is for the Vision EQXX to accomplish the next milestone with its drag coefficient of just 0.17. Many features on this vehicle are going to contribute to achieving this goal. The significance of this record is because of the circumstances .. electric driving and range is normally under. Two-thirds of the electric energy is needed just to counter the air resistance. Its sleek design depicts how seamlessly air will be able to glide against its elegant exterior. The front face is smaller than that of a compact CLA resulting in minimal resistance. There are also narrower rear wheel tracks to allow the air flow to happen more efficiently.  In addition to that, the wheels will have transparent external covers which will prevent nearly all air turbulence while allowing the opulence rose-gold magnesium rims to show. Beauty Inside And Out Mercedes-Benz always pushes for new advancements in their interior designs. Many will be surprised at the mix of sustainable materials used for its interior. Materials such as mushrooms, bamboo, cactus and vegan silk. Mercedes-Benz has found a way to illustrate its importance of luxury and top-quality comfort without having to involve the use of animal products. Efficiency Is The Future Mercedes-Benz blows everyone away with how they keep finding new ways to better not only technology, style and materials but also ways to save energy. With the Vision EQXX, 95% of the energy stored in the battery reaches the wheels. This beats out the average engine by 65%. This took vital research and time. The engineering team at Mercedes-Benz worked hand in hand with motor-racing specialists from High Performance Powertrains (HPP) and Mercedes- Benz Grand Prix (MBGP) to develop the best efficient and compact electric powertrain. It was also crucial to keep everything lightweight, including the battery housing. For years, they have tried to achieve this exact product. Trying to reduce mechanical friction to a minimum so that all power reaches the race track with little to nothing lost. A Battery That Could Change Vehicles Forever Typically, batteries are heavy in our vehicles. They can weigh and slow down. The energy density has been impressively improved to 200 Wh/kg. This enables the battery to store 100 kWh, while taking up half the space and weighing 30% less than batteries in other vehicles. Overall, we await the greatness that is the Vision EQXX. It is said to be announced in 2024. You can stay tuned on our socials 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 on 630 Middle Country Road in St. James 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.

The new Sprinter is a people mover! Here at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown, there are tons of customizable Sprinter vans to choose from, based on your personal needs. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown offers a great selection of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans and Upfit packages. Click below to learn more about new configurations, features, and the Mercedes PRO Connect Package. There are 1,700 difference configurations to choose from with Mercedes-Benz, from panel vans, passengers vans, and pick-ups, to buses, chassis cabs, and tractor heads, Mercedes-Benz truly has endless options! Customize With Our Upfit Packages Panel Refrigeration HVAC & Plumbing Electrical & Telecom General Services Delivery Tow up to 7,700 lbs. Haul more than 6,600 lbs. Visit our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown dealership, conveniently located at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to take a look at all of the options we offer for our Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. Our skilled staff will gladly work with you to find a work vehicle or even a casual, everyday vehicle. Contact our Mercedes-Benz dealership to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) is a nonprofit, educational organization which is dedicated to reducing the losses from motor vehicle crashes, such as deaths, injuries, and property damage. In 1992, IIHS opened its Vehicle Research Center. Located in Central Virginia, this facility is where IIHS performs its crash tests that mold their vehicle ratings. Vehicles are rated for safety based on performance in several tests, and the best performers carry the title of Top Safety Pick+ or Top Safety Pick. IIHS tests have greatly encouraged automakers to produce safer vehicles, which is the overall goal. Continue reading to find out which 2019 Mercedes-Benz models took the title of Top Safety Pick+ or Top Safety Pick! Midsize Luxury Cars Top Safety Pick+ 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class 4-door Sedan (with specific headlights; applies only to 4-door sedans) Large Luxury Cars Top Safety Pick+ 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4-door Sedan (with specific headlights; applies only to 4-door sedans) Midsize Luxury SUVs Top Safety Pick+ 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 4-door SUV (with specific headlights) 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE 4-door SUV (with optional front crash preventions and specific headlights) (2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV)(2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV) After checking out the IIHS Top Safety Pick award winners, stop into our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown dealership at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to take a look at our brand new Mercedes-Benz models, some of which have been listed above. Whether you are searching for a brand new vehicle or something pre-owned, our adept team will gladly walk you through the entire process. Contact us at 631-265-2204 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today! (European image shown)

Exceptional performance, the peak of driving dynamics, expressive design - the new Mercedes-AMG compact sports car, the CLA 45, reasserts its leading position in its segment. This vehicle seamlessly continues the success story of Mercedes-AMG's sporty compact cars, while setting completely new and raised standards. Exterior Design: The new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 is demonstrating its high competence in development, once again! The Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 is is even more distinctive than its predecessors. The exterior exudes sheer driving pleasure, even while at a halt. For the first time, the compact class AMG models also feature the AMG-specific radiator grille, as an indicator that it is truly a part of the AMG-Performance family.  The new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45 also features deeply contoured headlamps, enhanced hood, wider front fenders, flared wheel arches, and an array of other breathtaking features. Interior Design: With its sporty looks and the MBUX infotainment system, the high-quality interior creates a close and personal connection between the driver and the vehicle. The driver and the front passenger are seated in contoured seats that give firm support. The standard upholstery of the vehicle is a combination of black MB-Tex and DINAMICA microfiber, which is timeless and highlights the typical AMG features, with double topstitching in red. The color scheme is also mimicked by the red designo seat belts and the dashboard trim in black DINAMICA microfiber, accented with a red border. The chromed air vents are also upgraded with a red ring. As an alternative, you can choose for the upholstery to come in MB-Tex in neva grey/black with mid-grey double topstitching and light-longitudinal-grain aluminum trim. The center console, in a high-gloss black, is equipped with a touchpad as standard. In combination with the optional leather package, it also features a silver chrome console trim. The sport AMG ambiance is also greatly enhanced by the sports pedal set, which is brushed stainless steel with rubber studs, black floor mats with AMG lettering, etc. MBUX Infotainment System: The combination of sporty design and sophisticated details is also featured in the MBUX infotainment system with its innovative operating and display concept. MBUX creates a tight-knit connection between the vehicle, driver, and passengers. Visually, the two displays, under one shared glass cover, blend into a widescreen cockpit with maximum-resolution 3D resolution. The customer can choose between three AMG display styles: "Classic", "Sport", and "Supersport", for the instrument cluster. Via the AMG menu, the driver can call upon various different displays: Gear display - with yellow "M" symbol in manual mode Warm-up menu - engine and transmission oil temperature Set-up menu - AMG DYNAMIC SELECT settings G-Meter - longitudinal and lateral acceleration forces Race-timer - stopwatch, lap, and sector times Engine data - output and torque, engine oil and transmission oil temperature The touchscreen multimedia display also emphasizes the dynamic character with individual AMG displays such as visualization of the driving programs, AMG TRACK PACE and telemetry data. The voice control that is activated with the words "Hey Mercedes" is also on-board in the new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45. Thanks to Mercedes' artificial intelligence, MBUX recognizes and comprehends nearly any sentence from the fields of infotainment and vehicle operation, even if conveyed in an indirect manner. There is so much more to love about the new Mercedes-AMG CLA 45, and we're just as excited as you are, to see what is to come in the future. Stop into our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown dealership at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to see a vehicle in person such as the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan or the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV. Whether you are looking for something new or pre-owned, our adept team can assist you in finding the perfect vehicle to purchase or lease! Contact us at 631-265-2204 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

According to Car and Driver, Mercedes-Benz is officially attempting to restore the legendary Roadster's excellence with the next Mercedes-Benz SL-Class. This reinvention will be showing more of the spirit of the grand tourer for a couple of reasons: to differentiate it from the GT Roadster, and because the SL-Class will replace the S-Class Cabriolet. The next SL-Class, set to debut in 2021, will be completely developed by the Mercedes-AMG Division. Because the next SL-Class will be produced by AMG, it will be much more sporty than the current version. Mercedes-Benz has decided to put AMG® in charge of developing the next SL-Class in order to make sure that it lives up to the expectations set by its sportiest predecessors. The eighth-generation SL-Class, only offered as a Roadster, will be using the same Modular Sports Architecture (MSA) platform as the model that will replace the AMG® GT. This architecture will help engineers make the SL-Class lighter and quicker, despite the added weight that comes along with the hybrid technology that all variants will include. Click here to read more on the upcoming Mercedes-Benz SL-Class-Class from Car and Driver!Although the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class is a few years away, there are still tons of incredible Mercedes-Benz vehicles for you to consider purchasing! Stop into our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown dealership at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to see some of the brand new vehicles in our inventory such as the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC Hybrid or the 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe. Whether you're thinking about purchasing or leasing one of our Mercedes-Benz vehicles, our qualified team can assist you in finding the perfect pre-owned or brand new car for you. Contact us at 631-265-2204 to learn more about our vehicle specials or to speak with a Sales Consultant today!

Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is always proud to host our Annual Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown Golf Championship! This year, the event was held on Wednesday, June 12, 2019, at the Nissequogue Golf Club. Thank you to all who participated and to all who were onlookers, as well as another huge thank you for the wonderful turnout! The Nissequogue Club, located at 21 Golf Club Rd, St James, New York 11780, was founded by a small group of investors in 1966, on over 120 acres of land, previously owned by William J. Ryan. Mr. The present clubhouse was originally constructed in 1929 as the main house of the Ryan estate. The Club is run by elected officers and governors. Their staff consists of eighty employees, led by professionals in many fields, including a General Manager, Clubhouse Manager, Golf Course Superintendent, Golf Professional, Tennis Professional, and Controller, who are responsible for maintaining their high standards and strengthening the reputation of the Nissequogue Golf Club as one of the top-notch golf clubs on Long Island. The prize car for the 12th hole at the Hole-in-One event was the 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. Which, unfortunately, nobody ended up taking home. Every participant was given a Mercedes-Benz and Puma backpack for registering and anyone that signed up for a test drive was also given a free putter. After spending the day at our Annual Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown Golf Championship, stop into our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown showroom to see a specific model in person, such as the 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS Coupe or the 2019 Mercedes-Benz S Class. Whether you are looking for a new vehicle or something pre-owned, our master team can help assist you in finding the perfect vehicle to match your personal driving habits. Contact us at 631-265-2204 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule a test drive today!

Mercedes-AMG boss, Tobias Moers, has confirmed plans for an AMG version of the newly revealed Mercedes-Benz GLS SUV. The GLS, of course, is the well-known competitor to the BMW X7. As previously reported, BMW M has no immediate plans to build an X7 M.To read more, click here. If you are interested in purchasing a new Mercedes-Benz model, stop into our Competition Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown showroom at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780. Whether you're looking for a new vehicle or something pre-owned, our skilled staff can help to find the perfect vehicle to suit all of your needs. Contact us at 631-265-2204 to find out more about our vehicle specials and schedule your test drive.

Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is proud to announce that we will be participating in the 8th Annual Insignia Car Show, hosted by Insignia Prime Steak & Sushi and Exotics Rally! Starting at 6 pm on Monday the 20th of May, car enthusiasts of all ages are invited to join our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown family at the Insignia Car Show to enjoy live DJ music and walk around to see over 100 of the world's hottest, exotic dream cars, including an array of our Mercedes-Benz vehicles.Taking place at the Insignia Steakhouse, at 610 Smithtown Byp, Smithtown, New York 11787, the Insignia Car Show has been a tradition for car enthusiasts for the past 8 years, bringing together groups of car-lovers from far and wide to see these beautiful new cars and maybe even grab something to eat, if you reserve a table!Once you've departed from the 2019 Insignia Car Show, stop into our Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown showroom at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780, to see some gorgeous, exotic cars that may not have been in attendance at the car show, such as the new 2019 E Class Cabriolet or the new 2019 CLA Coupe, or maybe even a brand new 2019 GLC 350 Hybrid, if you're more interested in purchasing a hybrid vehicle! Whether you are interested in purchasing a new or pre-owned vehicle, our professional team can cooperate with you, in order to find the perfect vehicle for you! Contact us at 631-265-2208 to speak with a Sales Consultant or to schedule your test drive today!

Navigating a carwash can be quite tricky nowadays, with all of the new gadgets and features within your car. Nobody wants to go through a carwash and have to deal with their warning signals and automatic wipers going off. Now, Mercedes-Benz has you covered with a newly introduced carwash mode on the brand new 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLS.To learn more about the brand new carwash mode in the new 2020 GLS, click here. If you are interested in purchasing a new Mercedes-Benz model, stop into our Competition Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown showroom at 630 Middle Country Rd, St James, New York 11780 or contact us at 631-265-2204 to learn more about our vehicle specials and schedule your test drive today!