Mercedes-Benz offers superb driving experience at Subic

EXCELLENT driving skills are needed to fully appreciate Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

So here you are, strapped behind the wheel of a brand-new Mercedes-Benz SLK350, a charming yet monstrous roadster that that could accelerate to 100 kph from standstill in just about 5 seconds.

You’re so eager to brag its 305-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6 engine as well as its rail-like cornering and yet terrified to do so not because you are afraid to dent its shapely body but because you don’t know how to tame this P5.35 million masterpiece or even figure out its nearly unintelligible buttons.

Don’t despair, CATS Motors is here to keep your reputation intact: just book a reservation in the company’s upcoming Mercedes-Benz Driving Experience happening from September 30 to October 2.

This event, sponsored by the country’s exclusive distributor of Mercedes Benz brand, will be closing the entire Subic International Airport on these dates in order to hone the skills of Mercedes-Benz owners or would-be buyers so they would not only emerged as more skilled drivers but also much responsible and safer owners for pedestrians and other drivers on the road.

Latest cars

RAIN or shine, CATS Motors will be bringing in a variety of its latest Mercedes-Benz models for a whole day of testing.

CATS Motors informed that it will also be bringing in a variety of its latest Mercedes-Benz cars that will be used and driven to its limits. These include the newly launched models of the C-Class, the SLK roadster and the C-Class Coupé. The company added that this is also an excellent time for the participants to familiarize themselves with the electronic assist systems and other safety, comfort and performance features on board the Mercedes-Benz offerings.

A team of experts from the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy, headed by Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG GT3 driver Peter Hackett, will be flying in from Australia to lead all the driving activities during this 3-day event.

They will set up the airport premises so the participants would be able to hone their driving skills and learn invaluable tips from the world experts on how to correctly respond to and handle difficult driving situations.

Complemented

“Here at CATS Motors, we believe that the class-leading performance as well as the state-of-the-art active and passive safety systems of the Mercedes-Benz should also be complemented by excellent driving skills and responsible habits in order to fully appreciate the vehicles’ capabilities on the road,” said Felix Ang, president and CEO of CATS Motors Inc.

Ang said the skills training exercises are perfect for current owners who would like to come out more skillful especially when encountering critical driving situations or during if the driver wants to better appreciate the capabilities of the vehicle.

“The Mercedes-Benz Driving Experience is designed to make the most experiential use of the vehicle. Whether experienced or a relative newcomer every Mercedes-Benz driver can benefit from the selection of courses which the team has prepared,” said Ang.

For reservations and inquiries, one may contact Marika de la Cena at 723-5808 local 195 or 0920-9040695, or visit www.mercedes-benz.com.ph.