Spring can only mean one thing…Summer is right around the corner. Many of us here at Ray Catena of Union have a bit of Spring fever. We’re sick of the rainy weather and we just can’t wait to take our Mercedes-Benz SL-Class, E-Class and CLK-Class convertibles out for a drive! In the meantime, we’re just going to have to stick to staying indoors, reading Mercedes-Benz news. The latest: Mercedes-Benz is planning to give the GLK-Class a facelift and we’ve got some spy shots for you, courtesy of AutoBlog.com!

Although it’s still in the beginning stages of preparation for a refresh, the new Mercedes-Benz GLK was spotted with minimal camouflage. The new GLK will sport new headlights, and newly reshaped bumpers in the front and the rear. There are currently no details regarding powertrain updates, but rumor has it the new direct-injected 3.5 liter V6 from the Mercedes-Benz C350 could be making an appearance under the hood of this refreshed GLK.

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Enjoy these photos while you patiently wait for Summer to arrive…hopefully it won’t take too long! However, in the event you run out of things to do on these rainy Spring days, why not head over to the Ray Catena of Union dealership to check out some of our new Mercedes-Benz models? Test drive a new Mercedes-Benz or schedule service for your current vehicle!

Mercedes-Benz is all about luxury and style, but sometimes, it’s all about shock and awe. The employees at this NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership are relieved to finally feast their eyes on the 2012 SLS AMG Roadster. The highly anticipated Mercedes-Benz is being deemd a “supercar” and we must say…it’s looking pretty super in these pictures from Benzinsider!

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The 2012 SLS AMG Roadster has been revealed and it is currently being put to the test. New photos have been released of the SLS AMG supercar traveling at top speed on a perpendicular road. The new Mercedes-Benz roadster has been limited to travel a maximum of 197 mph, but the soft top can be operated at up to 31 mph. The 2012 SLS AMG is set to be officially debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show later this year.

Stay tuned as more news comes through the pipeline and in the meantime, connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to stay on top of the latest Mercedes-Benz and Ray Catena of Union news!

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The saying, “April showers bring May flowers” couldn’t be more true, except it’s May now and here in New Jersey, we’re still getting plenty of showers! Hopefully it won’t be much longer until it’s time to whip out the many Mercedes-Benz convertible models we have here at Ray Catena of Union; from the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350 Convertible to Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class Convertible, Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Convertible and more! But for now, you may want to stick to something that will keep you dry, like the Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV. We’ve got spy shots of the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV for you, courtesy of Speedlux.com!

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The upcoming 2012 Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV has been caught testing in the homeland; Germany, that is. Rumor has it, this new M-Class SUV will be making its debut sometime toward the bitter end of 2011. The Frankfurt Motor Show will be held in September of this year, so perhaps this would be the perfect time for Mercedes-Benz to let the beast loose! For now, enjoy the pics!

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Being from New Jersey in the grand old U.S. of A. hasn’t really stopped anyone in the Garden State from taking a big interest in the Royal Wedding festivities that are happening across the pond. In fact, over 2 billion people worldwide tuned into the event. The Royal Wedding has proven to be an occasion for the history books, and one UK tuning company intends to be a part of it; “Project Kahn” created a special Mercedes-Benz gift for the Royal couple and we’ve got news and pictures for you, courtesy of Benzinsider.

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To celebrate the Royal Wedding, Project Kahn has created a Maybach 57 especially for His Royal Highness and Her Royal Highness. Aside from decking the car out with 2-inch Kahn RS’s and smoked taillights, they have even created a special license plate reading, “4 HRH” meaning, “for His/Her Royal Highness”.

The employees at this NJ Mercedes-Benz dealer are wishing they were Royals right about now! However, we’re happy with our Ray Catena of Union Mercedes-Benz models and we’re very excited about the upcoming SLK-class model and CLS-class models! Stay tuned for more information on what’s hot for 2012, but for now, enjoy the photos of this Royal ride!

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The 2011 New York Auto Show is in full swing. They’re revealing fantastic new cars left and right, but one of the biggest showstoppers so far has been the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class Concept! We’ve got some great photos for you courtesy of Autoguide.com. You don’t want to miss this!

We’re not sure when the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class would be introduced into the U.S. market, but the Mercedes-Benz car enthusiasts in our NJ Mercedes-Benz dealership sure are impressed by this sporty hatchback! The new A-Class packs a turbocharged direct-injection 2.o-liter 4-cylinder engine, giving this new vehicle 210-hp. With plenty of new features and a bold new look, this new Mercedes-Benz A-Class will be sure to please. Take a look at the photos below for a more in-depth look at the newly debuted Mercedes-Benz A-Class Concept.

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Hey there, Mercedes-Benz fans! It’s award season in Hollywood and the stars are strutting their stuff on red carpets across the globe…but the Mercedes-Benz SLS is getting a chance to shine, too! This is for science geeks, tech heads, avid TV watchers and Mercedes-Benz lovers alike! The Mercedes-Benz SLS was featured on National Geographic’s ‘Ultimate Factories’ series and we’ve got the details for you courtesy of Benzinsider.

The Mercedes-Benz SLS is produced in small quantities, making it quite exclusive. This AMG boasts a 6.3-liter front-mid V8 engine that produces 563 hp and 479 lb-ft of torque, as well as an AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT with four different driving modes. Clearly, the Mercedes-Benz SLS is the perfect vehicle to be featured on the ‘Ultimate Factories’ series!

The National Geographic series will document Mercedes-Benz engineers and technicians as they go through the process of building an example of the Mercedes-Benz SLS, giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at everything that goes into the creation of a Mercedes-Benz supercar!

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Class, luxury, elegance, efficiency and sporty features; that’s what the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS by BRABUS is made of. The debut of the new 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS caught their eyes and they will be presenting an amazing tuning program for the sedan at this year’s Geneva Motor Show. You can visit us at Ray Catena Mercedes-Benz of Union when the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS hits the U.S. market, but for now, we’ve got pictures and info for you from eMercedesBenz. Get a feel for all the great features that the 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS by BRABUS will offer!

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If you don’t know much about BRABUS, this should clue you in; their trademark is, “Sporty-elegant design paired with aerodynamic efficiency.” For starters, the BRABUS 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will feature a front spoiler that is mounted directly to the production bumper, reducing front axle lift at high speeds. An upgrade to BRABUS front apron caps will get you LED daytime running lights with dark or chrome surrounds and stylish air inlets.

Other fancy BRABUS parts and features include, sport fenders, LED lighting in the trunk, Monoblock wheels that come in 6 different designs, custom-tailored interiors, a sport steering wheel that comes in various wood and leather designs, as well as various upgrades, including a BRABUS sport exhaust system that will give you four tailpipes.

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We all remember our parents saying, “don’t get smart with me!”, right? Well, I guess the head honchos at Mercedes-Benz never learned their manners, because MBUSA has officially started discussions with Penske Auto Group about getting “smart!” The agreement would give MBUSA the distribution, sales, marketing and management rights over the smart brand; a combination that we here at Ray Catena Mercedes-Benz of Union think is just unbeatable! We’ve got the news for you courtesy of eMercedesBenz.

Expected to occur by the end of the 2nd quarter of 2011, the changes are intended to further grow the smart brand in the US, whilst continuing to build upon the great successes of the Mercedes-Benz brand. Together, this force could be unstoppable. Roger Penske of the Penske Auto Group believes that they have laid the ground work for the success of the smart brand and that passing the torch to Mercedes-Benz USA will be the perfect way to continue smart’s success in the US.

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We really felt the love this Valentine’s Day at Ray Catena Mercedes-Benz! Both Ray Catena Mercedes-Benz of Union and Edison were chosen as Mercedes-Benz Best of the Best dealers for 2010.

The Mercedes-Benz Best of the Best program recognizes the top fifteen percent of its dealers for exemplary performance in sales, service and parts, as well as living up to the promise of CustomerOne with superior customer care.

We are flattered, to say the least, and proud to be the only two Mercedes-Benz dealerships selected in the state of New Jersey for this prestigious award!

It’s Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in New York and the Fashion Police are out in full force. No really…the Fashion Police aren’t just judgmental style critics. For Fashion Week in NYC, they are patrolling the streets in a new 2012 CLS 63 AMG.

The Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Fashion Force is providing free transportation to trendsetters and fashionistas of their choosing. If they choose you, you’ll have your picture taken and you might even get an invite to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week runway shows or the official fashion force culmination event hosted by Brad Goreski in the MB Star Lounge.

You’ll have the chance to see if you spot the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Force between February 10th and February 14th. So, if you’re headed to NYC this weekend, dress to impress! You could get the chance to take a spin in a new 2012 CLS 63 AMG!

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