The automaker confirmed plans for a smaller version of their ubiquitous truck, which might be the best idea it has had this decade.

Mercedes-Benz CLA is the latest in a spate of new vehicles reversing the technology trickle-down process we normally see from the three-pointed star. In the past, Benz's

After years of anticipation and rampant speculation, Mercedes-Benz has officially confirmed the highly awaited development of a smaller version of its legendary G-Class, fondly referred to as the G-Wagen.

The recall includes some models of the S 580 4MATIC, S 680 4MATIC, S 500, S 580 4MATIC and S 580e 4MATIC. A recall has been issued for more than 20,000 late-model S-Class Mercedes-Benzes over a defective braking part.

The Mercedes-Benz Vision V will be our first look at the new vans. The teaser image from Mercedes-Benz shows what looks to be not just an LED light bar for the taillights, but LED panels integrated into the body. The illumination running behind the Benz badge shows the potential for changing the look and even quickly changing company logos or text.

That said, private drivers, one-percenters and Russian mafia dons should have their more recent additions checked out, as Mercedes-Benz and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration have recalled more than 20,