German Automakers are pushing for Clean Diesel Sales in the U.S.

NEW ORLEANS, Dec. 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-iReach/ -- Mercedes-Benz is one of six German automakers that have joined a campaign that outlines the advantages of diesel powertrains in passenger cars over gasoline engines in terms of cleanliness, consumption and performance.  The campaign, which was jointly developed by the German Association of the Automotive Industry, is named "Clean Diesel, Clearly Better".  The common goal of the campaign is to create a platform for clean diesels in the in the United States and to show the advantages of diesel technologies. 

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A website, www.clearlybetterdiesel.com has been created to help explain the facts about the dynamics of the diesel drive train and its advantages in fuel consumption, refueling costs, low noise and CO2 emissions.  The website will provide information on the latest research and development of clean diesel as an alternative to interested car buyers in great detail.

The popular Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC SUV in New Orleans uses state of the art clean diesel technology.  A 3.0-liter turbodiesel V-6 in the 2013 GL350 BlueTEC delivers 240-horsepower and acceleration that is as quick as its gasoline counterpart.  Mercedes-Benz, the pioneer of the original diesel car, has reinvented it without the noise, odor and emissions of the past. 

Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans carries innovative diesel powered vehicles.  Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans is your best source for luxury and quality Mercedes-Benz vehicles in Louisiana.  In our history as an automotive leader in sales and service, Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans has provided thousands of new and Certified Pre-Owned Mercedes-Benz vehicles to drivers in the greater New Orleans area. We're proud to welcome new customers, and we value the opportunity to serve our friends and family who keep coming back to us for their automotive needs, year after year.  Call the SALES department today at (504) 456-3727!

Media Contact:

Jamie Moll Mercedes-Benz of New Orleans, 504-456-3727, jmoll@mbofno.com

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