As part of the publicity campaign for the new 2013 A-Class, Mercedes Benz asked its Formula 1 drivers Michael Schumacher and Nico Rosberg to come check out the 155 kW (211 hp) A250 Sport model, the finest version of the car before the AMG version comes out. They then went to meet with German national football team at their training camp in Tourrettes, France, to have a drive together in the new A-Class.

It’s great to see Schumi doing fun, publicity stuff. But it’s also sad, because every time we see him just hanging around it reminds us of how badly he’s performing these days in Formula 1. Maybe he shouldn’t have come back, you know…

Nico Rosberg and Michael Schumacher took the wheel and gave the four young players from the national squad an unforgettable experience, driving along the winding country roads against the picturesque backdrop of the Côte d’Azur. “The A-Class with its sporty handling is perfect for twisty roads like this, and we showed the guys just what the car can do,” said a delighted Nico Rosberg. Lukas Podolski was particularly impressed by the power of the new A-Class: “This car is really lively and has plenty of power.”