The flat-plane crank is a bold move for an SUV. I’m impressed Mercedes is taking this approach. Should give it a unique engine character and better handling dynamics. Can’t wait for the first reviews.
This is a really important point that doesn’t get enough coverage. Rolls-Royce and similar ultra-luxury brands have very thin production margins compared to volume manufacturers. When regional instability hits, they lose high-value clients immediately. The ripple effect is huge.
Michael, with respect, you might be looking at aggregate numbers. Individual dealerships in sensitive regions absolutely feel the impact. My colleague in Dubai mentioned a significant drop in high-value inquiries during the last escalation.
