People looking for a luxury sedan with the power of a sports car should consider the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200. Since the photographs of this vehicle had been leaked on the internet there has been quite a buzz about this car. It comes equipped with a 2.4 liter Tiger Shark engine that can deliver 183 horsepower and 173 pound feet of torque. This is more than enough power to merge with traffic on the freeway, or to enjoy a country drive on a sunny summer afternoon. As an added option buyers can upgrade to a 3.6 liter V6 Pentastar engine that can deliver 295 horsepower. This makes the 2015 Chrysler 200 a sound buy for car enthusiasts that are looking for a vehicle that is both practical and powerful.

The 200 also comes equipped with a nine speed automatic transmission, which is an industry first, allowing for greater flexibility in driving performance that will be dictated by the driver. It is also equipped with a rotary dial shifting mechanism which is being considered state of the art. The all-wheel drive powertrain and revamped suspension will allow drivers to feel more safe and confident when they are driving the 200. The suspension seems to respond well to tight curves, according to Chrysler engineers.

The all-wheel drive of the 2015 Chrysler 200 offers a fully disconnecting rear axle which will improve fuel economy by allowing all-wheel drive to be part time instead of full time. This will allow the 2015 Chrysler 200 to get an estimated 33 miles per gallon which makes it quite an environmentally friendly car to own. The engineers at Chrysler’s research and development team are constantly looking to improve their production vehicle’s carbon footprint, and without sacrificing comfort or performance.

The interior of the 2015 Chrysler 200 is very spacious and quite comfortable. The instrument cluster is easy to read, and the steering wheel controls are comfortably oriented. The seating is quite comfortable and is available in either fabric or leather. The window controls and door locks are also placed rather strategically in order to allow for easy access.

The engineers at Chrysler have taken all of the guesswork out of what state of the art equipment should be included in the 2015 Chrysler 200; they simply chocked it full of it. The 2015 Chrysler 200 also comes equipped with the latest sound system to allow for greater enjoyment of media while commuting. With features such as mp3 playback, Bluetooth player synching, and built in GPS there is no wonder why an increasing amount of people are waiting for this model to come off of the production line from Sterling Heights later on this year. There are a vast number of people that are happy to see that this vehicle will be made in Michigan. These people have heard about the recent financial problems that the state has had to deal with, and they think that it is nice to know that Sterling Heights is going to be the production home for the 2015 Chrysler 200 since the state of Michigan has long been synonymous with car production.

Chrysler is investing a large sum of money, to the tune of one billion dollars, to make sure that they can have a state of the art production facility in which to produce this fine vehicle so that it will be available for customers by 2015. The base model of the 2015 Chrysler 200 is expected to be $21,700. That price is quite comparable to other makes of vehicles that are in the 200’s class. The 2015 Chrysler 200 has many of the features that Chrysler customers have wanted in a vehicle, and these people no longer have to wait any longer to enjoy not only classic MOPAR power, but also to be able to be surrounded by cutting edge automotive technology. It is this cutting edge technology that allows for better performance of the 2015 Chrysler 200, and increased safety of the driver and occupants.

Technology development has brought about many remarkable changes across all industries. The invention of smart phones has opened room for other inventions given that they were an instant success and impacted positively on communication. Indeed, now there are smart TVs, watches, fitness trackers and even socks. The recent development is smart cars and Mercedes-Benz, one of leading brands in the market, has been on the forefront.

Mercedes-Benz USA launched mbrace 2. This Mercedes-Benz technology is powered by Hughes Telematics and is meant to work seamlessly in and out of the vehicle. It enables the driver to enjoy a revamped control module and two categories of services including remote access capabilities and internet. It also has a solution that allows the remote updating of all software modules through cloud networks. In essence, mbrace 2 users have the latest technology at their fingertips and vehicles.

In addition, mbrace 2 also has new services on its Mobile Application, which are compatible with Android and iPhone smartphones. This Mercedes-Benz technology was launched in 2012 during spring with the MY13 SL-Class and it became standard in almost all MY13 vehicles. According to the CEO of MBUSA, Steve Cannon, the connected services featured in mbrace2 enhance the ownership experience of Mercedes-Benz cars as well as the driving experience. In the past, it was difficult to upgrade the in-vehicle technology once the car was launched into the market. However, with mbrace2, this technology conundrum is solved because the vehicle is always networked, so customers can upgrade their systems online.

Some of the mbrace 2 features include 3G network connectivity, meaning that it is quite fast. Also, this network can be integrated with other car networks enabling people to communicate across the board. There is a new internet service known as the Mercedes- Benz Apps that has various features including Google, Facebook, news headlines, Yelp, stocks and open browsing. This means that the Mercedes-Benz driver is always connected to the virtual world even when they are inside their car. The new remote abilities include Remote Vehicle Health Diagnostics, Remote Horns and Lights, Speed Alerts, Travel Zones/ Geo Fences, Curfew Minder, Valet Protection and Driving Journal. As earlier mentioned, all these software included in the Mercedes-Benz technology can be updated remotely over the cloud throughout the lifetime of the vehicle.

The providers of this amazing network, Hughes Telematics were included in the Technology Fast 500 as an appreciation for their innovation. The president Hughes Telematics, Erik Goldman stated that the industry had grown tremendously over the years and his company aimed at continuing to make innovative products that contained new features and services. According to Cannon, Mercedes-Benz had become a pioneer in the vehicle industry over the last 12 years. They were the first to include mobile app in their car and with this latest technology, they had proceeded to become pioneers in liberating the vehicle from all the traditional challenges by introducing a comprehensive connected system into the automobile.

Another advantage associated with mbrace2 is that it offers over 60 features aggregated in various categories, such as navigation& destination planning, convenience and safety & security. Customers can access these services easily and quickly within the car, or using various other platforms, such as a desktop using a personalized web portal or through their Android powered or iPhone smart phones. Indeed, this is one amazing feature that separates mbrace 2 from any other vehicle technology in the market. Not only will Mercedes-Benz customers enjoy a luxurious ride, but they will remain connected to the rest of the world while in their car.