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The Advertiser
8 hours ago
- Automotive
- The Advertiser
2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class flagship gets thousands in extra kit for $100 more
The Mercedes-Benz C300, which sits atop the non-AMG C-Class lineup, has gotten a glut of extra equipment for an essentially unchanged price. Available to order now, the C300 is now priced at $98,200 before on-road costs, up $100 from before. That makes it the same price as the plug-in hybrid C350e launched earlier this year, which features a similar level of specification. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Despite the tiny price increase, the C300 now includes the following equipment as standard: That's in addition to standard equipment that includes: The C300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 190kW of power and 400Nm of torque, mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. Mercedes-Benz has been busily tweaking the C-Class lineup in Australia. This year alone, it slashed the price of the entry-level C200 by $4800 to $87,800 before on-road costs and added the plug-in hybrid C350e for $98,200 before on-road costs. It also launched another C200 special edition, the Sport Edition, which followed last year's Night Edition. In the first half of 2025, C-Class sales were down 26.8 per cent to 816 units. The rival BMW 3 Series had a steeper 44.3 per cent drop but remains ahead in overall deliveries, with 841 recorded. MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Content originally sourced from: The Mercedes-Benz C300, which sits atop the non-AMG C-Class lineup, has gotten a glut of extra equipment for an essentially unchanged price. Available to order now, the C300 is now priced at $98,200 before on-road costs, up $100 from before. That makes it the same price as the plug-in hybrid C350e launched earlier this year, which features a similar level of specification. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Despite the tiny price increase, the C300 now includes the following equipment as standard: That's in addition to standard equipment that includes: The C300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 190kW of power and 400Nm of torque, mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. Mercedes-Benz has been busily tweaking the C-Class lineup in Australia. This year alone, it slashed the price of the entry-level C200 by $4800 to $87,800 before on-road costs and added the plug-in hybrid C350e for $98,200 before on-road costs. It also launched another C200 special edition, the Sport Edition, which followed last year's Night Edition. In the first half of 2025, C-Class sales were down 26.8 per cent to 816 units. The rival BMW 3 Series had a steeper 44.3 per cent drop but remains ahead in overall deliveries, with 841 recorded. MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Content originally sourced from: The Mercedes-Benz C300, which sits atop the non-AMG C-Class lineup, has gotten a glut of extra equipment for an essentially unchanged price. Available to order now, the C300 is now priced at $98,200 before on-road costs, up $100 from before. That makes it the same price as the plug-in hybrid C350e launched earlier this year, which features a similar level of specification. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Despite the tiny price increase, the C300 now includes the following equipment as standard: That's in addition to standard equipment that includes: The C300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 190kW of power and 400Nm of torque, mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. Mercedes-Benz has been busily tweaking the C-Class lineup in Australia. This year alone, it slashed the price of the entry-level C200 by $4800 to $87,800 before on-road costs and added the plug-in hybrid C350e for $98,200 before on-road costs. It also launched another C200 special edition, the Sport Edition, which followed last year's Night Edition. In the first half of 2025, C-Class sales were down 26.8 per cent to 816 units. The rival BMW 3 Series had a steeper 44.3 per cent drop but remains ahead in overall deliveries, with 841 recorded. MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Content originally sourced from: The Mercedes-Benz C300, which sits atop the non-AMG C-Class lineup, has gotten a glut of extra equipment for an essentially unchanged price. Available to order now, the C300 is now priced at $98,200 before on-road costs, up $100 from before. That makes it the same price as the plug-in hybrid C350e launched earlier this year, which features a similar level of specification. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Despite the tiny price increase, the C300 now includes the following equipment as standard: That's in addition to standard equipment that includes: The C300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 190kW of power and 400Nm of torque, mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. Mercedes-Benz has been busily tweaking the C-Class lineup in Australia. This year alone, it slashed the price of the entry-level C200 by $4800 to $87,800 before on-road costs and added the plug-in hybrid C350e for $98,200 before on-road costs. It also launched another C200 special edition, the Sport Edition, which followed last year's Night Edition. In the first half of 2025, C-Class sales were down 26.8 per cent to 816 units. The rival BMW 3 Series had a steeper 44.3 per cent drop but remains ahead in overall deliveries, with 841 recorded. MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class Content originally sourced from:
Perth Now
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- Perth Now
2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class flagship gets thousands in extra kit for $100 more
The Mercedes-Benz C300, which sits atop the non-AMG C-Class lineup, has gotten a glut of extra equipment for an essentially unchanged price. Available to order now, the C300 is now priced at $98,200 before on-road costs, up $100 from before. That makes it the same price as the plug-in hybrid C350e launched earlier this year, which features a similar level of specification. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Despite the tiny price increase, the C300 now includes the following equipment as standard: Driving Assistance Package Plus (stop-and-go functionality for adaptive cruise control) Digital Light LED headlights with Adaptive High Beam Assist Plus 15-speaker 710W Burmester 3D surround sound system Augmented reality satellite navigation That's in addition to standard equipment that includes: 19-inch alloy wheels Panoramic sunroof Rain-sensing wipers Proximity entry with push-button start Surround-view camera Wireless phone charger 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster 11.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Head-up display Heated, power-adjustable front seats with memory Ambient lighting The C300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 190kW of power and 400Nm of torque, mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. Supplied Credit: CarExpert Mercedes-Benz has been busily tweaking the C-Class lineup in Australia. This year alone, it slashed the price of the entry-level C200 by $4800 to $87,800 before on-road costs and added the plug-in hybrid C350e for $98,200 before on-road costs. It also launched another C200 special edition, the Sport Edition, which followed last year's Night Edition. In the first half of 2025, C-Class sales were down 26.8 per cent to 816 units. The rival BMW 3 Series had a steeper 44.3 per cent drop but remains ahead in overall deliveries, with 841 recorded. MORE: Everything Mercedes-Benz C-Class
7NEWS
9 hours ago
- Automotive
- 7NEWS
2025 Mercedes-Benz C-Class flagship gets thousands in extra kit for $100 more
The Mercedes-Benz C300, which sits atop the non-AMG C-Class lineup, has gotten a glut of extra equipment for an essentially unchanged price. Available to order now, the C300 is now priced at $98,200 before on-road costs, up $100 from before. That makes it the same price as the plug-in hybrid C350e launched earlier this year, which features a similar level of specification. Hundreds of new car deals are available through CarExpert right now. Get the experts on your side and score a great deal. Browse now. Despite the tiny price increase, the C300 now includes the following equipment as standard: Driving Assistance Package Plus (stop-and-go functionality for adaptive cruise control) Digital Light LED headlights with Adaptive High Beam Assist Plus 15-speaker 710W Burmester 3D surround sound system Augmented reality satellite navigation That's in addition to standard equipment that includes: 19-inch alloy wheels Panoramic sunroof Rain-sensing wipers Proximity entry with push-button start Surround-view camera Wireless phone charger 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster 11.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Head-up display Heated, power-adjustable front seats with memory Ambient lighting The C300 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine producing 190kW of power and 400Nm of torque, mated with a nine-speed automatic transmission and a 48V mild-hybrid system. Mercedes-Benz has been busily tweaking the C-Class lineup in Australia. This year alone, it slashed the price of the entry-level C200 by $4800 to $87,800 before on-road costs and added the plug-in hybrid C350e for $98,200 before on-road costs. It also launched another C200 special edition, the Sport Edition, which followed last year's Night Edition. In the first half of 2025, C-Class sales were down 26.8 per cent to 816 units. The rival BMW 3 Series had a steeper 44.3 per cent drop but remains ahead in overall deliveries, with 841 recorded.
Forbes
08-07-2025
- Business
- Forbes
What Leaders Get Wrong When Using AI Tools For Layoffs
By C200 Member Lauren Herring AI is now influencing some of the most difficult decisions companies make, including who stays and who goes. As headlines about AI-driven layoffs continue to spread, it's no wonder many employees see automation as a threat. But the story is more complex. While AI can automate and sometimes replace human tasks, it can also provide alternatives to layoffs, like retraining and job rotations. Beyond supporting internal decision-making, AI can also make the layoff process smoother for employees. Just as it's used to enhance recruitment and hiring to improve the candidate experience, AI can be applied to outplacement, helping employees navigate the job search more efficiently and with greater confidence. AI tools are now part of the job search process on both sides, used by candidates to tailor applications and by hiring teams to screen them. That's why it's important to work with an outplacement provider that understands how AI shapes both employer and job seeker experiences. Pitfalls to Avoid When Using AI for Layoffs A Gallup survey revealed that 75% of Americans believe AI will reduce the number of U.S. jobs over the next decade. Recent layoff announcements have only intensified these concerns. When AI appears to be driving job cuts without transparency or human oversight, it reinforces fears that technology is being used without fairness or compassion. To maintain trust, employers must approach AI-assisted workforce decisions with care. Here are key missteps to avoid when using AI in layoff planning: 1. Don't make decisions based on inaccurate or incomplete data: AI can only make recommendations based on the quality of its data inputs. For layoffs, these inputs might include employee skills, training records, performance history, and payroll information. However, if the data is limited or inaccurate, the likelihood of receiving flawed recommendations from an AI platform increases significantly. Gartner research predicts that up to one-third of generative AI projects will be abandoned by companies due to poor data quality and other factors. 2. Don't assume AI and analytic tools are completely objective: Just as inaccurate data can skew AI recommendations, so can biased data. In fact, of the 98% of HR professionals surveyed by Capterra who plan to use software and algorithms to reduce labor costs, only half are confident that the technology will make unbiased recommendations. While bias-detection tools can help flag disparities in layoff decisions, they are not foolproof and should always be paired with human judgment and oversight. 3. Don't over-rely on AI tools: Relying solely on AI for critical decisions is rarely advisable, and layoffs are no exception. For instance, when making layoff recommendations, AI tools may not accurately assess qualitative factors like an employee's potential for future growth or their unique contributions to the company. Furthermore, overreliance on AI could lead to compliance mistakes, such as miscalculating notice periods and severance agreement terms. 4. Don't ignore transparency concerns and requirements: States are increasingly seeking to regulate how companies disclose the role of AI in employment decisions. For example, New York will be the first state to amend its Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) law to require employers to disclose when mass layoffs are linked to the use of AI. Ways to Use AI Effectively in Layoffs While AI is playing a growing role in workforce reductions, it can also improve the layoff process for everyone involved. It enhances efficiency, supports more informed decision-making, and can help promote greater fairness for employees. The following practices can guide organizations in using AI responsibly and effectively during layoffs: 1. Identify layoff alternatives: AI can analyze extensive employee data sets to enhance layoff scenario planning, even identifying potential alternatives to layoffs. For example, it can highlight individuals with unique qualifications who should be retained and suggest opportunities for reskilling and redeployment to other roles. Companies like IKEA and Deloitte successfully implemented this approach by using AI to reskill and reallocate employees rather than lay them off. 2. Automate severance processes: AI tools have long been capable of streamlining a variety of administrative tasks. In the context of layoffs, this includes calculating final paychecks and severance packages, ensuring employees receive the correct notice periods, and tracking employee layoff communications. 3. Improve employee offboarding: Despite a Pew Research survey showing that most US adults oppose using AI in workplace decisions, including layoffs, AI actually benefits employees. For example, it can personalize exit experiences to meet the unique needs of affected employees, such as recommending outplacement services based on their role, tenure, and location. 4. Track post-layoff outcomes: AI tools can help HR teams understand the after-effects of layoffs, such as identifying which employees which might be suitable for rehire. Human-Powered Outplacement in the Age of AI As technology increasingly replaces the human element in many processes, maintaining a personal touch in outplacement is more important than ever. AI tools can support job seekers by helping them build and refine their resumes, or by analyzing how well their LinkedIn profile aligns with specific job openings. These tools offer practical, data-driven insights that can streamline the job search, but they work best when combined with personalized guidance and support. However, AI has distinct limitations in outplacement. Many organizations are now grappling with employee 'zombies' — individuals who feel isolated, disconnected, and even depressed after a layoff. Surveys of our outplacement participants over the years reveal a consistent trend: people value their relationship with their outplacement coach above all other elements of the program, even more than AI-assisted resume development. While AI can streamline certain aspects of employee offboarding, it should never replace the valuable emotional support and personalized guidance that only an experienced outplacement career coach can provide. Instead, AI should complement and enhance the outplacement process, making the transition smoother and more efficient for affected employees. Here are some examples: In moments of high emotional intensity—such as career change or job loss—AI cannot replace human connection, empathy, or compassion. In March 2025, rehires (or 'boomerang employees') accounted for 35 percent of new hires, according to ADP, up from 31 percent the previous year. To tap into this valuable talent pool, use AI thoughtfully during layoffs and always honor the human side of the employee-employer relationship. Lauren Herring is the CEO of IMPACT Group, one of the largest career and leadership development companies globally. She has been a C200 member since 2009.
Forbes
24-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Leading In Volatile, Uncertain, Complex And Ambiguous (VUCA) Times
By C200 Member Lin Coughlin To lead effectively, leaders must understand the forces shaping their environment. Leadership has always involved risk. But today's leaders face a new level of challenge: environments defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity—collectively known as VUCA. The pace of disruption, from geopolitical shifts to AI breakthroughs, means traditional playbooks no longer apply. In a VUCA world, technical expertise and operational know-how are not enough. What separates effective leaders is emotional intelligence: the ability to stay grounded, connect with others, and lead through change with clarity and resilience. UNDERSTANDING THE VUCA FRAMEWORK To lead effectively today, leaders must understand the forces shaping their environment. VUCA environments are characterized by: Understanding these forces is step one. The next is developing the mindset and leadership behaviors to thrive in their presence, which begins with emotional intelligence. CORE COMPONENTS OF EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE Daniel Goleman, the psychologist and author who brought emotional intelligence (EI) to global attention in his 1995 book Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ, reshaped how we understand leadership. His research showed that the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions—our own and others'—is a critical differentiator in effective leadership. In a VUCA environment, emotional intelligence becomes more than a leadership asset—it's a stabilizing force. Goleman's model includes seven core competencies that help leaders respond, not react, in times of change: These are not abstract traits, they are learned behaviors that shape how leaders show up during disruption. And they lay the foundation for a mindset that's built for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. TRANSLATING EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE TO A VUCA MINDSET Navigating a VUCA environment requires more than tactical adjustments, it demands a shift in how leaders think, act, and communicate. Emotional intelligence provides the foundation for this shift. Leaders with a high EQ are better equipped to remain composed, flexible, and forward-looking, even when the path ahead is unclear. A VUCA mindset embraces change, encourages experimentation, and views disruption as an opportunity for growth. These leaders model adaptability by pivoting quickly in response to shifting conditions while maintaining stability and resilience. They lead with humility, create safe spaces for learning, and foster cultures where innovation and iteration are not only accepted but expected. Here are eight leadership practices that support the adoption of a VUCA mindset: What Today's Conditions Demand from Tomorrow's Leaders Leading in a VUCA environment is both a challenge and an opportunity. By embracing adaptability, fostering resilience, and applying innovative strategies, leaders can do more than navigate volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity—they can use these conditions to fuel growth and transformation. Doing so requires a mindset shift: viewing disruption not as a threat, but as a catalyst for ingenuity. Leaders who adopt a VUCA mindset, grounded in emotional intelligence, are better equipped to lead with agility, make decisions amid ambiguity, and keep teams focused through change. They leverage data and technology, encourage diverse thinking, and build cultures where experimentation and collaboration thrive. Traditional command-and-control leadership falls short in today's environment. What's needed instead is connection, trust, and adaptability: qualities rooted in high emotional intelligence. These capabilities are especially critical when driving disruption, whether through integration, restructuring, turnaround efforts, or cultural transformation. The leaders who succeed will be those who remain curious, flexible, and focused, regardless of what the future holds. Lin Coughlin has been a member of C200 since 2002; she currently serves on the board. As an Executive Coach, Board Chair/Director, Speaker, Author, and Positive Disruptor, she advises leaders navigating career inflection points and works with leadership teams to reimagine their business models.
