Mercedes-Benz car hire enthusiasts will be able to watch one of the manufacturer's latest creations racing around Formula One tracks this season.

The SLS AMG has been named as the safety car for the forthcoming race season, replacing the SL 63 AMG model which has been in use for the last two years.

It boasts a 6.3-litre V8 engine, which enables it to complete the 62mph from standstill dash in just 3.8 seconds and will keep going all the way to 200mph.

Volker Mornhinweg, chief executive officer of Mercedes-AMG, commented on the appointment: "Together with the entire AMG Team, I am very proud that the new SLS AMG is the official Formula One safety car.

"I'm sure all Mercedes and AMG fans will be excited to see the gullwing model together with the new Mercedes GP Petronas Team at the Formula One circuits."

Meanwhile the C 63 AMG Estate will continue in its role as the medical car.

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Posted by Chris Weaver