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When thinking about the vehicles that are available, one thing that we at Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek notice is that there is a lot of attention being paid to the features of the vehicle. One thing that people may probably be discussing is the features that are necessary, Of course you want a vehicle that has the best features. One of them is the 2019 Mercedes Benz GLC 300.

For those that are wondering what the best features are, you may be surprised as to how much any type of feature can help with the driving experience.  

One of the most common aspects of an automobile is the shifting of gears. Even automatic transmissions have to shift gears in order to get up to a higher speed. Fortunately, there has been a lot of work put into the development of vehicles in order to make gear shifting more seamless. One of the seamless shifting vehicles at Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek is the new C300.

One of the noticeable factors in the gears is the wide range of ratios. The steps between the gears have been shortened so that when the vehicle shifts, it can be seamless. 

One thing the new Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 SUV has that drivers appreciate, countless technology features. Here are two of the features in this luxury subcompact SUV. Stop worrying about who or what is behind your vehicle, when you put the Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 in reverse, the rear view camera allows you to see everything clearly. In reverse, the screen on your center console turns into a camera, giving you a glimpse of everything directly behind your vehicle so you can proceed with more caution. 

With the sporty styling of a coupe mixed with the practicality of a four-door vehicle, the popular Mercedes-Benz CLA 250 is a versatile luxury car that integrates plenty of safety features into its design.

Eight air bags in the CLA 250 Coupe will deploy to cushion both driver and passengers in the event of a collision. An Emergency Call system allows the driver to summon help with a touch of a button or with automated ease after an accident has occurred. 

At Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek, we understand that there are many performance differences between rear wheel drive (RWD) and front wheel drive (FWD) cars. We can help you choose the right type of vehicle for your driving needs by answering any of your questions and sharing our knowledge with you.

RWD cars tend to be more durable in rough driving conditions. Most high performance cars are also RWD since the steering and traction are taken care of by different sets of wheels. 

Informed car buyers often get the greatest value out of their cars. Often, warranties are a great way for the driver to get parts that are rated for a certain time frame replaced if they fail before expected. That is why we here at Mercedes-Benz of Walnut Creek want to be sure that you're an informed about the difference between powertrain warranties and bumper to bumper warranties.

First, a powertrain warranty is a warranty, usually for a specific amount of time or number of miles driven, that protects against the failure of just the powertrain of a vehicle. 

Why is the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC coupe considered to be a popular luxury compact? Let's take a close look at some of the safety features in the car to get a better understanding of why.

The all-new GLC 300 is equipped with the Collision Prevention Assist Plus system. This unique safety feature uses a radar to scan the road and detect if slower moving vehicles or stationary objects are on the road ahead. If so, you'll first get an alert, and then the system will assist with braking so you don't have to work the brakes…

If you're in the luxury sedan market, you're trying to find something that can perform well while looking great. The S560 is a vehicle that has premium components under the hood as well as high-end touches throughout the cabin, making it a popular choice.

On the outside of the Mercedes Benz, you'll find LED lights instead of traditional bulbs. Up front, there are triple-band daytime running lights, and in the back, there are three-segment vertical taillamps. The wheels of the S560 complement the overall appearance. They're 19 inches across and have a multispoke style. 

The move over law was designed to make pulling over on the side of the highway safer for the men and women who operate vehicles with those flashing lights, like policemen, firemen and other first responders. Many deaths have been associated with motorists who speed and hit these individuals while they work. According to Mason Dixon Rolling Research, 71% of drivers are unaware of this law.

You don't want to compromise on your next vehicle. If you're looking for something exciting and luxurious as well as practical and spacious, come visit our showroom in Walnut Creek and test drive the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250.