Oh, Vishnu Won't You Buy Me a BharatBenz - Craig Cole on Daimler's Newest Brand

... My friends all drive Tatas, I must make amends -- Okay, enough of that.

RoundAbout host Craig Cole reports that Daimler is launching a new truck brand that, for the time being, is exclusive to India. Called BharatBenz, it's tailor made to the needs of this developing market. But why is the company doing this? It already has four other truck lines in its portfolio. Watch to find out.

A Closer Look - Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG

Today in the garage, we've got the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG. Usually boat-sized luxury cars are a snoozefest, but affix that AMG badge to the back and suddenly: magic. Power is a no-brainer, but let's crawl around and see what else you get for your 100 grand.

RoAb #51 - The 'Second Life' Episode

After one year on the internet airwaves you are cordially invited to join us for the season premiere of RoundAbout, #51, the “Second-Life” episode.  Learn how owners of vintage Porsches can step up to the 21^st century, find out what the “Numa-Numa Guy” is up to these days and take a look at the WORST idea in air travel, ever.  Join us for a lively discussion about these riveting topics and a whole lot more, including an electrifying “Tip of the Week."  Again, RoundAbout #51, the “Second Life” episode.

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Featuring: Eric Trytko, Michelle Naranjo, Jeffrey Ross, David Foley, Craig Cole and Ben Sanders

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RoundAbout records LIVE on Fridays at 6:30PM ET/3:30PM PT. Visit RoundAboutShow.com and click Watch Live to watch our webcast and look in on all the antics.

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RoAb #24 - The 'Not So Fast' Episode

So, you're a crook in Hoboken with designs on a couple Land Rovers that don't belong to you? You think you have the perfect getaway planned, but not so fast. Those SUVs you've just stolen are probably driving about as fast as the Deja Vu Strippermobile down a crowded boulevard in Florida. But if you think that's the only place you're going to see a booty shaking out the back of a car, then you haven't met the pink lady of NASCAR. All that and more in this 'Not So Fast' edition of RoundAbout. Plus we're back with America's favorite gameshow The Price is CORRECT, Miss MotorMouth has a doozy of a tale about when Malibu meets a train (standing still), and we'll actually provide some useful car advice (what?!?) in our Tip of the Week! 

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Featuring: Zach Bowman, Michelle Naranjo, Jeffrey Ross, Eric Trytko

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RoundAbout records LIVE on Fridays at 6PM ET/3PM PT. Visit RoundAboutShow.com and click Watch Live to watch our webcast and look in on all the antics.

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A Closer Look – 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-550

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-550 is a good-looking car.

There’s no denying it, the 2010 E-Class is sharp like good cheddar.  Its form-fitting coachwork brings to mind a custom suit, especially when compared to the previous generation, which looks like it’s wearing Salvation Army sweat pants three sizes too big.  With this redesign, the E-Class is now the best looking of the middleweight German luxury cars, beating Audi’s graceful but aging A6, and BMW’s robot-inspired 5 Series.

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