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It's surprising how many people have been driving for years, yet have never had to change a flat tire. Perhaps they were lucky, they belong to an auto club who will do it for them, a helpful police officer happened by and decided to assist… there are numerous scenarios. If you've never had to change a flat tire, don't feel bad. You're in a very large group. So you might be better prepared if you are ever called upon to do so, however, we are going to offer some advice. The good news is that you don't have to be a certified automotive technician to do the job. Changing a Flat Tire – Step-By-Step If at all possible, pull your vehicle over to a spot that is level. Don't drive far to do this, however. You'll damage the rim. Make sure, as well, that you’re as far away from traffic as possible. Locate the following: tire iron or lug wrench, spare tire, and jack. In compacts and sedans, this might be stored in the trunk. In pickups and minivans, possibly check underneath your vehicle. Under each intact tire, if you have them, a tire chock should be wedged to prevent the car from moving. Loosen the lug nuts with your lug wrench, but don't take them off yet. So the flat tire barely clears the ground, jack up the car. Nearest to the flat tire is the point at which you should place the jack and make sure it's flat on the ground. At no time should any part of your body or your foot be under the vehicle. If you have them, place a jack stand under the vehicle. The flat tire can be removed once the lug nuts are removed. So you don't lose them, place them in the hubcap of the flat. You can screw the lug nuts back in place once you have placed the spare tire on the wheel. It's not time to tighten them all the way, however. You can completely tighten the lug nuts once you have lowered the car. Put away all your equipment and make sure you get your flat tire replaced or repaired as soon as possible. For the Record Please be advised it is not the job of a police officer, Highway Patrol, etc. to change your tire. If they see you're stranded on the side of the road, they may pull up behind you and turn on their lights to help guarantee you don't get rear-ended. Beyond that, however, it's just not their problem. Believe it or not, some people automatically assume that a police officer/Highway Patrol person will change their tire for them. If an officer is nice enough to do so, that's one thing. Should it be expected, however? Absolutely not. When It's Time for New Tires, Our Service Technicians Can Help If you recently experienced a flat tire, it might be time to look at the rest of them as well. When you need your tires rotated or new tires installed, you can rely on the professionals at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown. To schedule an appointment, please call 888-693-2406. To speak to someone in sales, please call 877-862-7343. You can also use our convenient online form to begin communicating with someone from our dealership.

If you were to experience a clogged transmission filter in your Mercedes-Benz, would you know? What are the signs and symptoms that point to a problem such as this? How big of a problem is it? Is this something you could tackle on your own or would you need a certified vehicle technician to see you through it? Your Mercedes-Benz Transmission Provided you have an automatic transmission in the vehicle you're driving, through that transmission, fluid flows. More accurately, through a special type of filter, that fluid flows to keep your transmission running at peak performance. Serious issues can result if the filter for your transmission becomes clogged. In order for your vehicle to stay on the road and function properly, a working transmission is crucial. Here's how you might be alerted if there is a filter clog, why it's a problem, and what you can do to rectify it. Signs and Symptoms of a Clogged Filter Though the following signs can point to a clogged transmission filter, there can be others, as well: Trouble putting your vehicle in reverse Shifting problems When your vehicle is in neutral, you hear strange noises A burning odor Leaking (transmission fluid) Rattling noises What's the Big Deal? Why is a clogged transmission filter such a big deal? It does an important job, for one thing. Transmission fluid is filtered by it (which should come as no surprise). It keeps unnecessary gunk out of your transmission. The flow of your transmission fluid could be impeded if this debris is allowed to build up. You'll experience a serious problem if that transmission fluid stops flowing. It would mean the fluid which cools and lubricates your transmission isn't being allowed to go where it needs. Your transmission’s moving parts could be damaged and overheating of your transmission could result. Expensive repairs could be needed if either of these occurs. What to Do To avoid overheating or damage to your transmission, a trusted, certified automotive technician can be of assistance. They will install a new filter, flush the transmission, and replace the transmission fluid that is dirty. Is there a way to prevent this type of problem? About every two years, or roughly 30,000 miles, you should change your transmission filter. This can be influenced according to your driving habits, of course. If you think you have a clogged filter in your transmission, or you're experiencing some other type of problem with your Mercedes-Benz, we recommend the following... Your Transmission Can’t Function at Full Capacity with a Clogged Filter – We Can Help If your transmission is experiencing problems, the filter might be clogged. Particularly if you've noticed any of the signs listed above. What's your best course of action? Have the professionals at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown check it out and get to the bottom of the problem. To schedule an appointment, please call 888-693-2406. When it's time to purchase Mercedes-Benz – either new or used – we are also the dealership to turn to. We have an impressive inventory of both. One of our sales representatives would be happy to show you around and answer your questions. To speak to someone in sales, please call 877-862-7343. You can also use our convenient online form to begin communicating with someone from our dealership.

The 2023 Mercedes-Benz C 300 is a luxurious daily driver! Packed with a 2.0 turbo charged 4 cylinder engine, 255 horses and 295lbft of torque, this beautiful vehicle goes 0-60 in roughly 5.6 seconds! With 19” wheels, adaptive dampers and a multi-link rear suspension, mundane commutes are transformed into a supple journey! Newly developed features make the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C 300 capable of seamlessly conquering the road, regardless of road imperfections or bumps. The 2-liter, turbocharged, 4 cylinder engine performs incredibly in conjunction with the 2023 model. In comparison to the 2022 Mercedes-Benz C 300, the 2023 model is 2.5 inches longer and half an inch wider. In combination with the aforementioned supple suspension, this larger and wider luxury vehicle has a more planted, present feeling on Long Island roads. Unfortunately, from Nassau to Suffolk, the current state of our local roads are less than ideal; Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is looking forward to seeing how great the multi-link rear suspension performs! The upscaled bodystyle of this Benz also helps increase visibility through the windshields and with the standard LED headlights! The cabin is quiet, relaxing and luxurious. The 64-color Ambient Lighting throughout the cabin is gorgeous and emits luxury through any shade. The entire interior is reminiscent of a smaller Mercedes-Benz S-Class. There are two massive screens: The 12.3” Digital Gauge Cluster, and the 11.9” Infotainment System. The Digital Cluster is completely customizable and changes with drive modes. When displaying onboard navigation, there is a huge amount of detail which can be projected onto the Mercedes-Benz Digital Gauge Cluster. If equipped, the navigation can also display next-gen augmented reality. The 11.9” Infotainment System can display and update in real time the vehicle’s consumption, telemetry readouts, torque exertion and current percentage of acceleration or deceleration. The 2023 Mercedes-Benz C 300 has 360 degree cameras and auto parallel parking, ensuring assistance at any angle! The tail lights featured on the exterior of the Mercedes-Benz C 300 are S-Class inspired. The singular sunroof can be upgraded to a dual sunroof, which gives rear-seat passengers their own sunroof! Another awesome feature is the Fingerprint Scanner found on the Infotainment System. When utilizing this feature, the MBUX system will pull up the personalized profile that can be found through the Mercedes Me App! Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown will preface this innovative new feature by urging our wonderful customers to keep their eyes on the road as no vehicle has fully autonomous driving. The 2023 Mercedes-Benz C 300 has an Auto Pilot feature, as well as the ability to switch lanes on behalf of the drivers! Mercedes-Benz USA procured their vision of luxury with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz C 300! Upscale details are found throughout the interior and exterior without compromising speed (especially when the Sport drive mode is engaged). Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is anticipating the arrival of this gorgeous sedan! All of our employees are anticipating the warm welcome it will receive. Despite our excitement, we don’t have favorites; we are equally as mesmerized with our 2022 fleet of versatile new vehicles, as well as our loveable Pre-Owned vehicles. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is open 6 days a week, our Sales Department may be contacted at 877-862-7343 if you have any questions, comments or inquiries!

Introducing the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550 Professional Edition! The familiar Mercedes-Benz G-Class Wagon is getting some exciting new adjustments! These intimidating giants always turn heads on the streets on Long Island; from Bohemia to Stony Brook, locals are quick to identify this towering titan. The recognizable SUV is about to catch even more attention with this limited trim release! The innovations that are exhibited in the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550 Professional Edition comes with exclusivity. Only 200 of these vehicles are being made!! Although this vehicle was revealed in the Copper Orange Magno paint option (seen above), there are 3 specific and limited color palettes in which customers can choose from. Out of these 200 units of Mercedes-Benz magic, there are 3 new specific colorways being offered. Of these 200 units, 50 units each are being built for two of the palettes, and 100 units of the third color palette will be available for purchase. The first color combination being offered is the tantalizing G Manufaktur Dark Olive Green Magno exterior paint. The paint color can be seen below (on an older model) and there will be 50 units available. The G Manufaktur Dark Olive Green Magno exterior paint comes with G Manufaktur Espresso Brown/Black upholstery and Natural Grain Black-Flamed Ash wood trimming on the interior. There will be 100 units of the G Manufaktur Moonlight White Magno exterior paint. The paint color can be seen below on an older Mercedes-Benz G-Class model. This shining vehicle comes out of the factory with the corresponding G Manufaktur Saddle Brown/Black upholstery and Natural Grain Walnut wood trim. The final option is another completely unique and show-stopping exterior paint, The G Manufaktur Desert Sand Non-Metallic exterior paint. 50 units of this vehicle are being manufactured with the Desert Sand exterior paint and this specific model pairs up with a stunning Titanium Gray Pearl interior and accompanying Natural Grain Black-Flamed Ash wood trim. Besides the Professional Line Exterior, these vehicles are also created with exclusive G-Class Professional Package features and accessories. These innovative engineering ideas include: Front and Rear Mud Flaps Professional Roof Rack in Matte Black Professional Line Spare Wheel Holder Cherry Wood Luggage Floor 18” 5-Spoke Matte Black Wheels Night Package Night Package II Underguard in Black From the 64-color ambient lighting in the interior, to the newly included set of mud flaps, customers and car-fanatics will appreciate both the small and the large details! The 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550 Professional Edition will completely enhance off-roading experiences and are capable of incredible feats! In exciting news, the sleek new matte black roof rack is tent-capable! This new feature can also be perfect for hauling cargo on long road trips across Long Island all the way to upstate New York! The world is yours with the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 550 Professional Edition! Mercedes-Benz strives and succeeds at achieving The Best or Nothing by combining versatility with the mountainous visual impact that is the Mercedes-Benz G Class. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is excited to see this grand guest in our showroom! We are anticipating its arrival as soon as possible and we will keep our wonderful customers updated! Feel free to check out our Instagram page for the latest pictures of our rotating inventory, incredible customers, company events and spontaneous stock announcements!

The future is racing towards drivers at an incredibly quick, AMG-stylized pace. The recently released Mercedes-Benz Hyperscreen in the Mercedes-EQ lineup is as innovative as it is impressive, but that is not the only technological advancement that Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-EQ has up their sleeve. Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-EQ have teamed up with Unity Technologies to replace the existing MBUX Infotainment platform on all Mercedes-Benz models starting in 2024. The new replacement technology is called the Mercedes-Benz Operating System, or MB.OS. This collaboration will be a titan of pooled effort. Meet Unity Technologies, primarily a video game software development company. Visual artists create incredible Real-Time 3D (RT3D) and Real-Time 2D (RT2D) content for mobile, tablets, PCs, consoles, augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) devices. If the system has graphics, Unity Technologies can craft beautiful work. Unity Technologies has crafted over 24 award-winning games, films and VR/AR experiences. Unity Technologies powers 70% of all current mobile games, this impressive company is also the leader in augmented and virtual reality technology. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Unity (@unitytechnologies) Mercedes-Benz will be utilizing the Unity Industrial Collection by Unity Technologies to create a brand new, re-imagined user experience and interface for the digital cockpit in every Mercedes-Benz model starting in 2024. Newly-imagined designs will paint a wide stroke of digital luxury in the instrument cluster, infotainment system and passenger displays. Magnus Ostberg, the Chief Software Officer for Mercedes-Benz, wants to achieve 3 things with the Mercedes-Benz Operating System: Shape the User Interface specifically for the luxury that is the Mercedes-Benz brand Create bidirectional communication with the customers Integrate the digital lifestyle of customers into the vehicle’s fitment. Magnus Ostberg and the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX Mr. Ostberg emphasizes the goal of “Digital Luxury.” Every 2024 Mercedes-Benz will be linked to the Cloud and to the Internet of Things. The Internet of Things (IoT) encompasses sensors, processing systems and softwares that connect and exchange data, similarly and including smart products. The Mercedes-Benz sedans, coupes, SUVs and roadsters that we all love will be utilized to their highest potential through the Cloud by constantly scanning and assessing effortlessly. There are four main areas that are linked up to the IoT: the powertrain, autonomous driving, infotainment and the body/comfort systems of Mercedes-Benz vehicles. It seems like a match made in heaven to combine and innovate these features in such a brilliant way. With the capabilities to constantly scan and assess, both the exterior and interior of the Mercedes-Benz vehicles will wholeheartedly emit digital luxury. New visualizations create an extremely realistic representation of the actual world, resulting in safer driving and more content, relaxed drivers. Not only will we all be seeing high quality renders of the real world, but from the virtual world as well. In 2024, the Mercedes-Benz Operating System will come with audio and video streaming, an immersive gaming experience, messaging applications, augmented reality and artificial intelligence that will adjust vehicle settings based on owner habits as well as owner preferences. The MB.OS was previewed in the Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX Concept vehicle in January of 2022 on the Mercedes Me Media Online Platform. While showing off the complex, 3D generated images, these ideas have never been done before in the car industry. Using a video game engine to format and power the gorgeous setting (the electronic dashboard) on the Mercedes-Benz EQXX by Mercedes-EQ is what Gorden Wagener, Chief Design Officer for Daimler AG and Mercedes-Benz AG, considers the “X-Factor” for this concept star. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown can only anticipate what else is in store for the Mercedes-Benz Operating Software. The MB.OS is thoughtfully designed, with incredibly talented minds behind all of the system’s features. Mercedes-EQ has not cut any corners in regards to their innovative and collaborative effort. Despite the unexplored territory of collaborating with video game engines and engineers, Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-EQ confidently know exactly where to look for answers when presented with a challenge. With the help of Unity Technologies, Mercedes-EQ is headed in step toward an out-of-this-world daily commute. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown can feel the excitement building for not only more Mercedes-Benz EVs, but for even more innovative and redesigned features as the EV models go from the showroom, to the streets. As time relentlessly races ahead, Unity Technologies will be there to assist Mercedes-EQ in the new digital age of our beautiful, always-developing world and vehicles.

Introducing the Mercedes-Benz EQB from Mercedes-EQ! This all-terrain, all-electric SUV is scheduled to arrive during the last stretch of 2022. The EQB is based on the Mercedes-Benz midsize luxury crossover, the Mercedes-Benz GLB. The cabin and the chassis of the Mercedes-EQ EQB borrowed inspiration from the Mercedes-Benz GLB SUVs. The EQB is considerably heavier than the gas-powered muse: The Mercedes-Benz EQB from Mercedes-EQ is 4,800lbs. The base level of the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLB weighs 3,638 lbs and can be as heavy as 3,869 lbs when outfitted with various trim levels. This weighty spec from Mercedes-EQ is welcomed news! This solid EV delivers a more settled ride for its passengers in comparison to the Mercedes-Benz GLB. This noticeably stable driving experience is also due to its fixed ratio transmission: which keeps the torque equivalent to a specified ratio upon power input. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is excited to share that the Mercedes-Benz EQB from Mercedes-EQ has new EQ-exclusive colors and trim options. The newest Mercedes-Benz paint release, Rose Gold Metallic, is under the discretion of Gorden Wagener, the Chief Design Officer for all branding and sub-branding under Mercedes-Benz. Under Wagener’s experienced eye, the styling department also honed the Mercedes-Benz exterior with an even more sophisticated bodystyle. Fun fact! The modern selection of the rose gold paint is one of Gorden Wagener’s favorite colors. It is very important to know, the top speed in the Mercedes-EQ EQB is 99mph. All models and trim levels of this electric crossover are electronically limited to 99 miles per hour. It is also important to note that these electronic vehicles come standard with all-wheel drive, but there is a motor located at each axle and these vehicles are front-wheel biased. The reverse backup camera is hidden behind the Mercedes-Benz flip-up star emblem, which keeps the high-quality and crisp lens stay clean until utilization. With DC fast charging stations, the EQB can charge from 10% to 80% in as little as 30 minutes. Every EQB model features: EQ-Specific Design Language High-Efficiency Front and Rear LED light bands Black Panel Grille MBUX Multimedia System with Augmented Reality Navigation System with Electric Intelligence 10.25” Digital Instrument Cluster 10.25” Touchscreen Multimedia Display Active Lane Keeping Assist Blind Spot Assist Active Brake Assist Power Liftgate 18” Alloy Wheels Reverse Backup Camera There are two trim levels in the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQB by Mercedes-EQ: the Mercedes-Benz EQB 300 and the Mercedes-Benz EQB 350. The Mercedes-Benz EQB 350 4MATIC® by Mercedes-EQ goes 0-60mph in roughly 6-7.8 seconds and is accompanied by 288 horsepower and 388 lbs-ft of torque. The Mercedes-EQ EQB 300 has 225 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque. It is important to note that on all models and trim levels, there is third row seating available to be outfitted. If customers need a larger passenger capacity, fitment can be installed for up to 7 passengers. The Exclusive Trim features: All features from the Base Trim KEYLESS GO® Package Wireless Phone Charging NFC Pairing Premium Audio System Trimmed Door Panels Bright Metal Trim Available Rose Gold Interior Accents Automated Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection Dynamic Select Drive Modes Blind Spot Monitoring Forward Collision Warning Lane-Keeping Assist The Pinnacle Trim features: All features from the Base and Exclusive Trim Surround-view Camera System Burmester®* Sound System Panoramic Glass Roof Lane Departure Warning Lane-Centering Feature Semi-Autonomous Driving The 2023 Mercedes-AMG® EQE has no set price yet and little information in regards to charging capabilities, but additional details have been trickling in. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown will keep all of our wonderful customers in the loop as we find out more. The 2023 Mercedes-AMG® EQE accentuates sportiness and is considered the electrified alternative to the conventional E-Class from Mercedes-Benz. The Mercedes-AMG® EQE has roughly 617horsepower and 701lb-ft of torque with a top speed of 137 mph. If you purchased this EV with the AMG® DYNAMIC PLUS package, it upgrades to 677 horsepower and 738lb-ft of torque, with a top speed of 149mph. The AMG® DYNAMIC PLUS Package boosts the Mercedes-AMG® EQE and goes 0-60 mph in 3.2 seconds. As this model is manufactured in collaboration with AMG®, these vehicles harbor the AMG® Performance 4MATIC®+ system. The Mercedes-AMG® EQE has a spacious cabin and shares styling cues with the Mercedes-EQ EQS, but strays from expectations as the EQE has a trunk, versus the hatch style that you would find in the EQS. Fun Fact! While in the trunk, owners will be thrilled to find the covered extra storage space located on the floor of the trunk. This spot is perfect for charging cables, extra luggage, Mercedes-Benz accessories, or even more personal items as it is a covered, separate compartment. The Mercedes-AMG® EQE has a dashboard that can be trimmed with wood or with a sleek gloss-black trim. The Hyperscreen is optional, but if selected, 3 screens will paint themselves elegantly across over 56 inches of curved glass. The Heads-Up display is included in the Hyperscreen, and drivers can triangulate the 3 screens. The next-gen technology is impressive to say the least, giving drivers and passengers the option to display various navigation elements, ensuring the best driving experience possible. The passenger screen (found in front of the passenger on the digital dashboard) on the MBUX Hyperscreen has an AMG® screensaver when not in use. The passenger screen will deactivate and switch to a screensaver until the dedicated cameras track and confirm a passenger is seated. This is great to highlight as consumers worry about the next steps of such innovative technology; Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is very impressed with this new feature and safety feature! Fun Fact! Drivers and passengers can pick any picture they'd like to display on the passenger screen! Although the tell-tale signs of a Mercedes-EQ electric vehicle showcases a solid light bar and black gloss grille, the Mercedes-AMG® EQE lacks the solid light bar across the top of the grille, which can be found on the Mercedes-EQ EQS. Customers might not realize how much quieter electric motors are in comparison to the gas-powered counterpart. Swift yet silent, the Mercedes-AMG® EQE is noticeably inaudible. This is due to the location of the electronic battery, as well as due to the powertrain carrier. Both of these components are located within damped subframes, which reduces noise. Another reason for this EV’s stealth is the rerouted climate-control and plumbing for the vehicle’s cooling, which eliminates fluid-bubbling noises. Expanding on the silence that the Mercedes-AMG® EQE delivers, Mercedes-AMG® has created the AMG® Sound Experience. This auditory stimulation makes up for the natural occurrence of fossil-fueled acceleration. The engine start-up, race-start, drive-sound and engine shutdown all have dedicated virtual noises to mirror the expected noises found in gas-powered engines. This system uses special speakers, a bass actuator, and a sound generator to deliver the “trademark roar” that is expected when behind the wheel of an AMG®. When purchasing the Dynamic Plus Package, there is a new set of sounds titled “Performance.” Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown would like to emphasize once more the role AMG® has within this amazing car. The Mercedes-AMG® EQE comes with AMG®-specific electric motors, AMG® RIDE CONTROL+ suspension with adaptive adjustable damping, the aforementioned AMG® Sound Experience and an app that is available in the Apple App Store, “AMG® Track Pace MBUX App.” The door handles fold out from the body and when entering the vehicle and there is a specific invitation sound and welcome screen. When you start up the Mercedes-EQ EQE 53 4MATIC®+, the headlights activate and showcase the Mercedes-Benz star on one side, and the AMG® logo on the other headlight: The interior is a full Alcantara interior, with optional carbon fiber centering. There is also a wireless charging pad located in the center console with two additional USB-C connectors. As this is an AMG®, the seats are the renowned sporty AMG® seats with the classic metal AMG® logo. These seats have a Nappa leather option, which would match the Nappa leather wrapped steering wheel. Another next-gen, intriguing new feature is the electronic Dynamic Select Switcher which is located on the left side of the steering wheel. This cylindrical touch-screen button, which looks similar to a push-to-start button, not only allows the driver to switch between drive modes, but other features as well, such as raising the vehicle’s level, viewing the vehicle from the front or rear with the 3D view, the overall 3D view of the vehicle, Energy Glow, Charging, Drag Race and Track Race. The Mercedes-Benz EQ EQE SUV The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV from Mercedes-EQ is anticipated to launch in 2023. The world premiere of this EV SUV will take place on October 16, 2022. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown will update our customers (and our informative webpage) as more details get released from Mercedes-EQ. The EQE is considered the "multi-purpose variant" sedan and has the most spacious cabin when it comes to headroom, legroom and elbow room, according to Mercedes-EQ. The ride height has also increased with a larger endurance for more difficult terrains. The interior of the Mercedes-Benz EQ EQE SUV borrows styling advice from the Mercedes-EQ EQS sedan. The MBUX Hyperscreen is an optional feature, but looks wonderful in combination with turbine-inspired outer vents, venting band that spreads itself across the dashboard to both of the driver doors, and the hybrid trim elements on the center console that samples real aluminum trimming. To put the cherry on top of luxury, there are integrated door openers on each front door. The 2022 EQS will be available in two trims: the 2022 EQS 450+ Sedan, a rear-driver powertrain model, and the EQS 580 4MATIC® Sedan, the all-wheel-drive model, featuring highly advanced technology, top-of-the-line luxury while delivering peak and optimum performance. The 2022 EQS models operate on an adaptive air suspension that allows the vehicle to automatically raise and lower itself, providing a smoother ride for its passengers. Moreover, the standard rear-axle-steering will enable the driver to maneuver the car in tight spots more efficiently while increasing stability at higher speeds. Powered by a 107.8-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, the 2022 EQS models offer a driving range of approximately 478 miles. In addition, the cars utilize a 240-volt (Level 2) charger that will take about 11 hours and 15 minutes for the battery to charge fully and charge more efficiently while using a DC fast charger. When it comes to the interior of the 2022 EQS models, not a single detail is spared – featuring various luxurious features such as extensive ambient lighting, in-built massage functions while complementing with headrest pillows for both you and your passengers. The Hyperscreen steals the show as it is composed of a single 56-inch piece of gently curved glass, revolutionizing and integrating infotainment with artificial intelligence through an adaptive display and operating system. The Hyperscreen with the MBUX Infotainment System includes a 12.3-inch gauge cluster, 17.7-inch central touchscreen, and a 12.3-inch passenger touchscreen. Most importantly, the 2022 EQS will include the standard Mercedes-Benz driver-assistance technology such as the Parking Assist, Brake Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and so much more for your safety. We are waiting on the edge of our seats at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown to have a close-up look at the 2022 EQS models in person. Watch this space as we update more details upon the much-anticipated arrival of the 2022 EQS. * Burmester is a registered trademark of Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH, Berlin, Germany. https://youtu.be/7L7_OHnyb0k The 2022 Mercedes-EQ AMG EQS Sedan finalizes the sedan category for the EQS. This EV is a force to be reckoned with! This dual-motor machine can go 0-60 in 3.4 seconds, with 649 horsepower (751hp when combined with Boost), 700lb-ft of torque (752 with Boost). This sedan means serious business! The Premium Trim (entry level) for the Mercedes-EQ AMG® EQS sedan starts at $147,500, the Exclusive Trim for this speedy sedan starts at $148,250 and the Pinnacle Trim starts at $151,050. There are so many incredible features that these trim levels include, with over 88 additions for each trim level, Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown has the official link for every new element here, from Mercedes-Benz USA. It is important to note that this is the AMG® version that includes but is not limited to: Dual AMG®-specific electric motors with boost function AMG® Performance 4MATIC®+ All-Wheel Drive Intelligent Energy Recovery with Paddles ECO Assist feature AMG® DYNAMIC SELECT AMG® Drive Unit AMG® Dynamic+ Package Intelligent Thermal Management AMG® Ride Control+ Air Suspension Electromechanical Power Street 9-degree Rear Axle Steering AMG® high-performance compound brake system There are also options for the AMG® Carbon Ceramic Front Braking System and red-painted brake calipers. The 2023 Mercedes-EQ EQS SUV Please welcome the first of its kind, the 2023 Mercedes-EQ EQS SUV! This is the first all-electric luxury SUV released by Mercedes-EQ! This exciting innovative SUV is 7.8 inches taller than the EQS, more roomier, and with more headroom for its occupants! There is optional third seating if more space is needed. The mesmerizing 64-color ambient lighting has a new, EQ-specific color scheme. There are two trim levels for the 2023 Mercedes-EQ EQS SUV, the Mercedes-EQ EQS SUV 450+, which has 355hp, and the Mercedes-EQ EQS SUV 580 4MATIC® with 536 horsepower. Much like the Mercedes-EQ EQS, this electric SUV has an available MBUX Hyperscreen, spanning 56” from door to door! This technologically advanced screen has Haptic feedback in the center and passenger displays, as well as Electric Intelligence navigation! Electric Intelligence navigation is a newly designed Mercedes mind that helps you plan the fastest, most efficient route, while taking weather, topography, traffic and driving styles into consideration. This is such an exciting and efficient feature as it can also pinpoint and embed ideal charging stations along the route, so drivers don’t have to compromise a single mile. The rear-axle can steer up to 10 degrees, in combination with the new Off Road mode in the Dynamic Select package, the SUV can be raised so it can tackle higher terrains.The Digital Lights found in the headlights are able to show you the way, regardless of regal pavement or rough offroading. The 2023 EQS SUV features: New-gen MBUX Multimedia System with Augmented Reality Navigation Natural Language Understanding and Keyword Activation (“Hey Mercedes”) Available MBUX Hyperscreen with three displays under single 56” curved glass surface Biometric Authentication 64-color Ambient Lighting with a new EQ-Specific Color Over-the-air updates DIGITAL LIGHT Burmester®* 3D Sound System including the: Dolby Atmos Sound System with a 360-degree sound experience with two standard all-new soundscapes: Silver Waves and Vivid Flux Rear-axle steering up to 10 degrees AIRMATIC® Air Suspension with Adaptive Damping System Dynamic Select including Eco, Comfort, Sport, OFFROAD(4MATIC® version) and Individual driving modes Active Ambient Lighting Driver Assistance Package with Active Distance Assist, DISTRONIC®, Active Lane Keeping Assist, Blind Spot Assist, PRE-SAFE® PLUS and PRE-SAFE® Impulse Side Get Charged Up! We have discussed how these powerful and innovative batteries are housed and perform, now let’s get into how they get charged up! Charging these innovative vehicles can be as smooth of a process as the gorgeous EVs themselves. For the first two years of ownership, Mercedes-EQ drivers receive complimentary 30-minute charging sessions with Electrify America’s DC Fast-Charging stations. There are almost 60,000 public charging stations available for drivers! If customers find themselves wanting a charger that is a little bit closer to home, the EQB (and all Mercedes-Benz EV vehicles) charges through a standard AC power from either a household socket or a Mercedes-Benz Wallbox. Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-EQ recommends the ChargePoint Home Flex installed by Qmerit. Technology and its innovations are coming to Long Island, New York before Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown can even put the car in park! We don’t mind, we are excited for the future to hop into the passenger seat and join everyone at Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown as we continue the journey together. As previously stated, check back to our EQ Lineup page frequently as new specs and more furbishing gets released! With such an impressive wide range of electric vehicles, Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is honored to be your source for Mercedes-EQ information. We hope our customers, both new and already established, get together with Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown to partake meeting the innovative future. 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. * Burmester is a registered trademark of Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH, Berlin, Germany.

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE is a favorite among car buyers out there, simply because it has a lot of muscular engine choices. The ride also has the best quality materials inside, which makes it look elegant and feel comfortable. The 2022 Lincoln Nautilus is likewise praised for its high-end and spacious interior, as well as its user-friendly infotainment system. It has redesigned its dashboard and now uses the SYNC 4 infotainment software. Design & Style The 2022 version of the GLE is available in two body styles. The first one is a coupe type which can sit five, and the other is the SUV type which can expand seats to accommodate seven. With the last two rows folded, cargo space stretches up to 74.9 cubic feet. The interior is cozy enough, and hints at touches of elegance with the use of metal accents, as well as soft-touch materials. There is ambient LED lighting in it as well. When it comes to the Lincoln Nautilus, there is space for 68.8 cubic feet of capacity once the rear seats are folded. It has two rows of seats which can carry up to five people. While the back seats are spacious, seating configuration is dropped to four when two adults are in there. It is fitted with synthetic leather upholstery, power adjustments, and heated front seats. It is sophisticated enough, but lacks the elegance exuded by the GLE. Technology & Safety Carrying a 12.3-inch touch screen for its MBUX infotainment system, the GLE knows how to impress in terms of technologies. User commands are made via its 12.3-inch digital clusters, plus there are extra controls to adjust audio, climate, and navigation settings. Driver aids include rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, automatic emergency braking, hands-free park assist, blind spot monitoring, driver drowsiness monitoring, and forward collision warning. With a 13.2-inch touch screen for a newly added SYNC 4 infotainment system, the Nautilus seems impressive. Yes, it responds to user inputs as quickly as possible, and displays crisp graphics. Nonetheless, it lacks Android Auto integration which can be enjoyed in the GLE. It has 10 speakers, four USB ports, Bluetooth®, and a satellite radio. Safety functions include those found in the GLE, but are not as impressive. Performance The 2022 GLE has all the muscular engines that you are looking for. It is gifted with a base turbo-four engine that can reach up to 255 horsepower in terms of results. Then there is the twin-turbo V8 that can result in 483 horsepower, with another version that reaches up to 503 horsepower. The Nautilus, on the other hand, has an engine version that can only reach up to 250 horsepower. Its V6 counterpart is available to put off 355 horsepower, still seven horsepower short when compared to the GLE’s V6. The Bottom Line Effortlessly handsome on the outside, and superbly elegant inside, the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE provides exactly what you need, whether you are a family of five or seven. This ride defeats that of the 2022 Lincoln Nautilus in all aspects. Ready to Schedule a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE Test Drive Today?

Learn More View Inventory Contact Us The midsize luxury SUV market is booming, and we're thrilled to have both of these vehicles in our inventory. The GLC and QX50 represent the best in their class, each offering something unique to consumers. Let's take a look at what makes these SUVs so special: Design & Style Exterior Design The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC's exterior design is sleek and modern, giving it a futuristic look that will draw attention. The front grille is flanked by two thin headlights above wide air intakes, and a large hood flows down into an exaggerated overhang at the base of the windshield. From there, the roofline rises into a minor rear spoiler before dropping back down on either side of the trunk lid. It has traditional proportions with its long wheelbase, short front overhang, and high rear deck — all contributing to its sporty appearance. Its competitors have similar designs but don't offer anything unique or exciting in comparison. Both vehicles are appealing overall but lack standout features that set them apart from other cars on the road today. Some might argue that they look too similar when parked next to each other. Interior Design The GLC's interior design is a combination of elegance and simplicity. It's not as flashy as the QX50, but it's still a beautiful car to look at, with clean lines and streamlined surfaces that add to its sophisticated appeal. The dashboard is arranged so that all of your most important controls are easily accessible from the driver's seat, which makes for easy use when you're on the road. The Infiniti has more tech features than the GLC—its dashboard and console display different information depending on what mode you're driving in—but you'll have to learn how everything works before using it properly. Technology & Safety Both the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC and the 2022 Infiniti QX50 are equipped with automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC also features adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, lane-keeping assist and active lane change assist. The 2022 Infiniti QX50 has these features as well, but in addition, it adds turn assist. Performance The 2022 GLC has a 2.0L Inline Four engine with 255 hp, while the 2022 QX50 has a 2.2L V6 engine that produces 260 hp. Both engines are turbocharged, which means they have a lot of power and torque potential under the hood. The 2022 GLC has an average gas mileage rating of 22 mpg city/29 mpg highway/25 mpg combined, while the 2022 QX50 gets 20 mpg city/26 mpg highway/22 mpg combined on average. The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC comes with front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available for all trim levels except for base models (which don't even have AWD). The 2022 Infiniti QX50 only comes in front-wheel drive configurations and doesn't offer any all-wheel drive system! The Bottom Line The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC is the better option based on our analysis above. It comes in at a lower price point with more features and options. The QX50 has an attractive design and great performance, but it doesn't match the quality of German engineering you get when you buy a Mercedes-Benz. Ready to Schedule a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC Test Drive Today? At Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown, we offer a wide variety of Mercedes-Benz models for you to choose from, including the 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC and we are more than happy to arrange for a test drive so that you can experience the stellar features of this vehicle. Call us today to make an appointment or simply pay us a visit at our showroom today!

Mercedes Benz of Smithtown is excited to introduce a new kid on the block in the Mercedes product line up. The Vision AVTR embodies the vision of Mercedes-Benz designers, engineers and trend researchers for mobility in the distant future. A groundbreaking concept in both design and functionality: the Vision AVTR is a fully electric 4 door coupe that encompasses the vision of a dynamic luxury saloon. A conventional dashboard is replaced by a curved display model that shows the world surrounding the vehicle with real-time 3D graphics as well as the road in front of you. These real time images bring the interior to life allowing passengers to discover and interact with their surrounding environment. The Vision AVTR has a completely new and innovative design approach. Headlights are stylized to feature LED lights in the shape of the iconic three-pointed star connected by a thin light bar that can display a variety of animations. Silver Alubeam paint coats the whole vehicle including rear and side windows. The holistic design concept of the car merges the interior and exterior. The design goal was to create an immersive experience space in which passengers connect with each other, with the vehicle and the surrounding area in a unique way. The Vision AVTR sets the stage for sustainability with vegan DINAMICA leather. DINAMICA is the first and only microfibre that guarantees environmental sustainability throughout the entire production cycle. The softness of the material gives occupants a “welcome home”  feeling. The Axial Flux Motor delivers substantially more power than conventional electric motors. A combined engine power of over 350 kW sets the Vision AVTR apart in the electric vehicle market. With exceptionally fast charging capability, the battery can fully recharge in less than 15 minutes. With a capacity of around 110 kWh, the VISION AVTR enables an electric range of more than 700 kilometers. The Vision AVTR responds to approaching passengers by visualizing the energy and information flow of the environment by utilizing digital neurons. The first interaction in the interior between man and vehicle happens intuitively via the control unit by placing a hand on the center console. The interior then comes to life as the vehicle can then sense the driver by their breathing. Lifting the boundary between vehicles and living things, Mercedes-Benz  combines luxury and sustainability while working to create resource-saving vehicles. With the Vision AVTR, Mercedes is introducing the concept of a vehicle blending harmoniously into its environment and communicating with it. As soon as you enter the vehicle, the car becomes an extension of your own body and a tool to discover the environment. Watch luxurious sustainability come to life here Stay informed with release dates and more information as it becomes available by joining Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown email list:

The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS from Mercedes-EQ has been awarded the Best Electric Car by Robb Report for 2022! As the first fully electric luxury sedan from Mercedes-EQ, this is a huge honor! As previously stated, this is the first edition of electric luxury sedans from Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-EQ, receiving this award emphasizes a job well researched, designed, engineered and done! The 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS from Mercedes-EQ is an innovative masterpiece with S-Class details on every inch of this electric vehicle. The luxuriousness and electromobility of this vehicle does not compromise power and agility. There even is an option to activate the self-opening door feature! With a maximum of 516 digital horses that can go 0-60 in 4.1 seconds, it is clear as to why the Robb Report decided to bestow the Best Electric Car for 2022 award upon Mercedes-EQ.   Versatility cannot only be found within the engine, but within the cargo space as well! This fully electric sedan has 22 cubic feet of cargo space and a whopping 63 cubic feet of storage with the rear seats folded downward! This is almost triple of amount of cargo space that is usually found with the 3 rear seats folded as available seating.If you've been keeping up with Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown and Mercedes-EQ, you are probably familiar with the Hyperscreen with the MBUX Infotainment System! If you are not aware of how striking this technological feature is, let us briefly explain: the Mercedes-Benz Hyperscreen is 56 inches of gently curved glass that is housed on the dashboard, and is the dashboard, of the vehicle. This display utilizes artificial intelligence, an adaptive display and an operating system within it's 12.3-inch gauge cluster, 17.7-inch central touchscreen, and 12.3-inch passenger touchscreen to present a drive and experience like no other.A lower center of gravity (due to the battery being mounted under the seated occupants) combines with the "One-Bow" Design not only to lend the electric sedan an optical illusion of sitting lower but helps crisply cut through the air. The Mercedes-Benz EQS from Mercedes-EQ delivers a.20 drag coefficient, which is the lowest of any production car, and, "is significantly better than a large majority of today's supercars" explains Robert Lesnik, who held the leadership role for the Exterior Design Effort for the 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS and is Head of Exterior Design at the Mercedes-Benz Group.Well rounded both physically and spec-wise, this innovative, electric sedan impresses! Robb Report summarizes the next-gen, sustainably gorgeous 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS by Mercedes-EQ perfectly, "a bright, electrified future for Mercedes-Benz while showing just what heritage automakers can do when they set their sights on the EV space.” As the first fully electric sedan from Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-EQ (as well as the flagship electric vehicle for the brand) Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is eager to see how Mercedes-EQ will expand upon this magnificent creation. As companies hone their focus on their Electric fleets, as a dealership and as a consumer, we wholeheartedly look forward to the technology that will flourish as production continues and expands!

Get ready for the vehicle that is crowned the “Most G-Class ever” to be released by Mercedes-Benz! Mercedes-Benz USA has announced the limited time release of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G 63 4x4, “that can’t get more G than this!” What immediately sets this brute apart from the rest of the fleet in the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is the combination of the single suspension of the front and portal axles. This addition makes the 2023 G 63 4x4 appear as huge and extraordinary as its silhouette warns. To paint a vivid picture, this 2023 G 63 giant is permanently all-wheel drive, has ground clearance of 13.8 inches, which is 4.3 inches more in comparison to the 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class, and has 10.5 more inches of body length as well. An AMG V8 Twin Turbo engine ties everything together with 585 horses to emphasize this heart-stopping menace as one of a kind. The Mercedes-Benz G 63 4x4 pushes every single boundary and is the most customizable Mercedes-AMG G-Class special model ever! There are 40 different paint options for this vehicle, ranging from Green Hell Magno to Hyacinth Red Magno, to many, many more. This vehicle refuses to compromise and is indescribably stunning and impressive. There are new, exclusive features in this dominating 2023 Mercedes-Benz G-Class as well. Mercedes-Benz takes the luxurious ambient lighting element and amplifies it! The designers of this 4x4 G-Class decided to extend the already jaw-dropping ambient lighting feature by inputting LED lights into the interior air vents of the vehicle. The designers did not stop there, an exclusive feature of this aggressive 2023 G-Class is the special start-up welcome message found on the dashboard; this welcome screen was developed specifically for the Mercedes-Benz G63 4x4 and can only be found and displayed in this stunning vehicle! Another feature is the Digital Interior Mirror, which lends the driver a “perfect view” of the back of the vehicle. This is helpful for drivers, especially when considering those who might not be as familiar with driving such a tall beauty and beast. The Digital Interior Mirror will also come in handy when drivers experience the off-road capabilities of this militaristic monster. The 2023 Mercedes-Benz G63 4x4 has approval for every type of off-roading, on every type of terrain. Climbing is no obstacle for the G-Class 4x4, hills as steep as 45 degrees are no match. You might’ve read “every type of terrain” and “refuses to compromise” and scratched your head in disbelief. Mercedes-Benz of Smithtown is proud to brag that the 2023 G63 4x4 can wade through waters as deep as 35.8268 inches, or 910mm, of water. That is almost 3 feet of water! Staying on dry land, the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G63 4x4 has 13.8189 inches, or 351mm, of clearance! The 2023 Mercedes-Benz G63 4x4 also features rugged carbon elements all around the giant vehicle. These accents can be found exteriorly on the wheel arch extensions, spoiler, protective stripes around the vehicle and on the spare wheel holder cover. Interiorally, it can be found on the doors, the middle console and around the cockpit. While looking at the cabin of the vehicle, it is worth mentioning this pavement pouncing machine includes a grab handle on the glovebox with the special G63 4x4 engraving. This grab handle reassures customers that the manufacturing came directly from the G Manufaktur program. The aforementioned Green Hell Magno paint option is a tribute to Nürburgring's Nordschleife. This is in reference to the infamous Northern track, Nürburgring, the full Nordschleife racetrack is only used for selected racing events now. The Nürburgring track was first described as “the Green Hell” by Jackie Stewart. Jackie Stewart is one of the most successful Formula 1 champions in history, with over 27 race wins and 3 championship wins. Sir. Stewart’s track record is extremely impressive, and we are not just talking behind the wheel! Jackie Stewart helped introduce full-face helmets and seatbelts for drivers, assisted in developing the Grand Prix medical travel unit, and successfully campaigned for safety barriers and greater runoff areas on dangerous turns (which protects both the drivers and the attendants of the races.) Currently, he has created a foundation to strive to cure Dementia, a disease that impacted close to his heart; Sir. Stewart's wife of 60 years, Helen, was diagnosed with Dementia in 2014, and they strive to find a cure together. Jackie Stewart and his wife Helen at the new French Paul Ricard race track (France, 1972) The “Green Hell” is chilling when hearing about the German track and its conditions when described in Stewart’s own words, “I won four times at the original Nurburgring in Germany - the most dangerous circuit in the world - and yet I was always afraid of that place. In 1968 I won there by over four minutes in thick fog and rain where you could hardly see the road. That race should never have been held, and having won it by such a big margin gave me more credibility when I demanded safety improvements.” Mercedes-Benz was looking for a paint name that helps convey the aggressiveness and lack of compromise that the 2023 Mercedes-Benz G63 4x4 delivers, and the Green Hell Magno paint fits the bill perfectly. Jackie Stewart was a rockstar both on and off the track, advocating on behalf of drivers and fans in the name of safety; Despite the hate he received at the time, his worries and solutions clearly stemmed from his overt passion for the sport and its participants. In 2001, Jackie Stewart received a knighthood for all of his compassionate and life-changing contributions to the motorsports genre. It has been stated that this boss of a vehicle is the “last of its kind”, and this seems very likely due to the expansion and push for electric-powered vehicles and their positive impact on the health of the Earth. Nevertheless, the Mercedes-Benz G 63 4x4 is perfect for G-Class collectors as this limited edition trim level will be equally as rare as it is impressive. If you'd like more information on how you can secure a spot in your garage for this towering toy, you can contact our Sales Department at (877) 862-7343 for additional details!

We have previously discussed Mercedes-Benz’ newfound role in philanthropy, but 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 their stereotype. M ercedes-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, hoping to instill 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) joined 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 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 and 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 aged 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 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 this special GT 4-Door Coupé has is working 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. All activities 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 created 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.” In June of 2022, Mercedes-Benz celebrates their global initiative, She’s Mercedes, turning 7 years old! Mercedes-Benz launched 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 under Mercedes-Benz of Canada team with the leadership of former race-car driver Melanie Paterson, coach and mentor. Nicole Havrda, who is only 16-years-old, has been inputting countless hours training on a racing simulator. Nicole has started 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 courageous and brilliant women are helping 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.