Finnish DC fast-charging equipment manufacturer Kempower announced October 18 that it has signed a contract to deliver electric vehicle charging solutions for heavy-duty vehicles to Milence, a joint venture between Traton Group, Volvo Group and Daimler Truck AG. Established in July 2022, Milence aims to roll out Europe’s biggest EV charging network for heavy-duty vehicles, including at least 1,700 high-performance public charging points across Europe by 2027. With an initial funding of €5...

Taking yet another step toward greater customer convenience, German luxury-auto maker Mercedes-Benz is joining forces with Mastercard to introduce embedded in-car payments at the point of sale. With the new partnership, Mercedes-Benz customers will get to use a fingerprint sensor in their car to make convenient and secure digital payments at more than 3,600 service stations in Germany. Mercedes-Benz is the world's first automaker to integrate Mastercard Secure Card on File for Commerce Platforms...

German automaker Mercedes-Benz has leveraged Nvidia Omniverse, a platform for developing Universal Scene Description (OpenUSD) applications to design, collaborate, plan and operate manufacturing and assembly facilities. The original equipment manufacturer’s new production techniques will bring its next-generation vehicle portfolio into its manufacturing facilities operating in Germany, Hungary and China — and offer a blueprint for its more than 30 factories worldwide. This Digit...

Tianqi Lithium has invested $150 million in the Smart joint venture, Yicai Global reported September 14. Smart is a JV between Mercedes-Benz and Geely Holding Group to develop electric vehicles. Tianqi Lithium also signed strategic deals with Mercedes-Benz and Geely. The company will cooperate with Geely on resources, core materials, lithium-battery technology research, lightweight materials for new-energy vehicles and software development. Significance: The investment in Smart repres...

The Mercedes Benz CLE is produced at the company’s plant Bremen  in Germany. The vehicle is expected to peak at more than 63833  in 2024, according to S&P Global Mobility forecast.

Following the Automated Valet Parking service made available to EQS Saloon and S-Class Saloon models, German luxury-car maker Mercedes-Benz is now ready to expand the feature to the new E-Class. The APCOA parking garage P6 at Stuttgart Airport in Germany is the first parking garage worldwide offering Automated Valet Parking to Mercedes-Benz customers, the company said August 15. According to the automaker, with this highly automated parking function, searching for a parking space and par...

According to Nikkei Asia's July 17 report, Mercedes-Benz Group has become the first automaker to sign a deal with US patent platform Avanci to license 5G technology for use in connected vehicles, quoting Avanci. The report further added that Avanci licenses cellular patents on behalf of telecommunications firms and other patent holders. It has already sealed 4G patent deals with a host of automakers as the popularity of connected vehicles has grown. Mercedes-Benz will start sel...

Mercedes Benz E-class : The Mercedes Benz E-class  is produced at Sindelfingen plant in Germany. The new, W214-generation model is expected to peak at more than 134204  in 2024, according to S&P Global Mobility forecast.

The Dürr Group and German luxury-car maker Mercedes-Benz announced a partnership in the field of painting-technology equipment, intending to make vehicle painting CO2-free by jointly setting new standards in sustainability. The collaboration is subject to the fulfillment of all contractual conditions. The Mercedes-Benz paint shop in Sindelfingen, Germany, will be equipped with the latest technologies from the world market leader Dürr in the coming years, the company said July 31. The s...

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) Urban Mobility Solutions has announced a pilot partnership to identify the causes of uneven roads using vehicle-data analytics in Boston, it said in a press release dated July 24. In collaboration with the Boston Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics and Citywide Analytics Team, MBUSA will use its advanced algorithm to process vehicle data for infrastructure analytics. This is Mercedes-Benz’s first road-safety project in North America. “This partnership with...

Mercedes-Benz on July 10 announced the launch of the Automatic Lane Change (ALC) function in the EU. With this new feature, the company is going to offer further intelligent development of its driving assistance systems in the SAE-Level 2 range for Europe into the future — often referred to as Level 2+. The original equipment manufacturer is currently working on adapting the function to European traffic situations. The market launch is scheduled to coincide with the delivery of the fir...

The German luxury-car maker decided to adopt Tesla Superchargers in North America starting 2024, following a customer-focused approach to scale electric vehicles based on a superior product experience and full access to all major charging networks, the company announced July 7. The automaker is the first German original equipment manufacturer to implement North American Charging Standard (NACS) ports into its new EVs starting 2025. As part of a phased transition, Mercedes-Benz will initially ...

Taking a lead among its peers, Mercedes-Benz is expanding the use of AI and integrating it into the voice control of its vehicles as the next step. By adding ChatGPT, voice control via the MBUX Voice Assistant's Hey Mercedes will become even more intuitive. An optional beta program will start June 16 in the US for over 900,000 vehicles equipped with the MBUX infotainment system, the company announced June 15. Car owners can participate via the Mercedes me app or directly from t...

Cerence has announced that Cerence JustTalk will be used in the MBUX multimedia system in the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class, according to a June 13 press release. Cerence JustTalk is an AI-powered solution for automotive assistants, which prevents the need for a push-to-talk button or a wake-up word. It is available worldwide in more than 30 languages. “Being the architects of MB.OS as well as the MBUX voice assistant, we are able to utilize innovative technology such as JustTalk to bring ...

In a significant step toward sustainable manufacturing and achieving a reduction in greenhouse emissions, German luxury-car maker Mercedes-Benz is aiming to use more than 200,000 metric tons of CO2-reduced steel from European suppliers in its press shops annually, the company announced June 13. Mercedes-Benz said the roll out of a sustainable-steel supply chain initiative in Europe will serve as a plan for other regions. Steel accounts for up to 20% of the total CO2 emissi...

According to a Reuters report dated June 9, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) approved Mercedes-Benz's automated driving system on designated highways under certain conditions without the active control of a driver. California is one of Tesla's largest markets, accounting for 16% of the carmaker's global deliveries in 2022, according to Reuters calculations. However, the German carmaker beat Tesla to become the first carmaker to receive authorization to sell or lease cars with...

Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA LLC, which provides finance, lease and insurance services to customers of Mercedes-Benz brand cars, sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and vans, on June 5 announced the launch of in-car payments for off-street parking with Parkopedia, a press release from BusinessWire dated June 5 said. The newly released in-car feature, available on any Mercedes-Benz vehicle in the US with the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system an...

Automotive Cells Co. (ACC) on May 30 announced the opening of its battery gigafactory in Billy-Berclau Douvrin, France, the first of three planned in Europe. With an initial production line capacity of 13 GWh, rising to 40 GWh by 2030, the facility will deliver high-performance lithium ion (Li-ion) batteries with a minimal CO2 footprint. The first of the site’s three European production units will be operational before the end of 2023. The Billy-Berclau Douvrin Gigafactory will produce...

Parkopedia has expanded its operations with Mercedes-Benz to offer parking reservation and payment services across more than 5,000 locations in North America, it said in a press release on May 3. In Europe, users can now pay for parking in 14 countries. Countries with Parkopedia’s on-demand payment services include Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Portugal, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Norway and Slovenia while parking reservations can be made in Germany,...

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its new generation GLS models with various new lighting and connected offerings, it said in a press release dated March 4. Ambient lighting with animated projection of the Mercedes‑Maybach pattern comes as a new standard feature. Another feature is a newly designed LED rear light signature. Compared to the previous generation, the interior has been revamped. The standard equipment includes, among other things, the electric panoramic sliding sunroof, heat...

The Mercedes-AMG GLS 63 performance variant gets more equipment such as an electric panoramic sunroof, adaptive high-beam headlights, a Burmester sound system and heated cupholders as standard, among other features. The AMG performance exhaust system and adaptive dampers are also now included for no additional cost, reported Autocar on April 4. The Mercedes-Maybach GLS gets updated MBUX infotainment software with three modes — Classic, Sporty and Discreet — that can be set to...

Mercedes-Benz plans to invest billions of dollars to modernize its plants in China, Germany and Hungary over the coming years, the magazine Automobilwoche reported, as the carmaker prepares to switch to electric vehicles (EVs) and cut emissions, according to Reuters on March 19. Mercedes-Benz said it will be ready to go electric by the end of this decade, where market conditions allow. "We are investing a three-digit million amount per plant for the run up," production manager ...

Mercedes-AMG announced that its compact GLA and GLB sport utility vehicles (SUVs) will come with a newly styled front apron that carries the AMG logo and new light signatures at the front and rear, a press release on 16 March read. LED technology is now the standard lighting package, while MULTIBEAM LED headlights are optionally available. Apart from the latest in lighting, the SUVs will also feature the new generation of the AMG Performance steering wheel, which will come as standa...

 The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT production takes place at Mercedes' plant in Bremen, Germany. The vehicle is expected to peak at more than 6648 in 2024, according to S&P Global Mobility forecast.

German automaker Mercedes-Benz has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Hunan Brunp to jointly undertake an electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling project, Hunan Brunp announced in a press release on 27 February. Under the partnership, Hunan Brunp will recycle the spent EV batteries of Mercedes-Benz and use key materials such as nickel, cobalt, manganese, and lithium to remanufacture battery-cathode materials. Hunan Brunp said that CATL, its parent company, will make battery-catho...

German premium car brand Mercedes-Benz joined hands with digital communications technology conglomerate Cisco to work together in providing the best mobile office experience in cars. To start with this partnership will see the use of these new innovations in the all-new Mercedes E-Class. In the post-pandemic world, employees are looking at hybrid work with an experience of greater being at home or the office. And this partnership wants to help people get work done safely, securely, and comfor...

German premium carmaker Mercedes-Benz unveils the architect of its own operating system MB.OS, this is likely to be used mid-decade with the new Mercedes Modular Architecture platform (MMA). MB.OS is designed and developed in-house to retain full control over the customer relationship, ensure data privacy, and leverage the unique integration of all car functions. The new operating system is developed on a built chip-to-cloud architecture, MB.OS benefits from full access to all vehicle domains...

Announcing a new partnership to work towards new technologies, German marquee brand Mercedes-Benz join hands with technology firm Google for a long-term strategic partnership to further accelerate auto innovation and create the industry’s next-generation digital luxury car experience. As part of this new collaboration, Mercedes-Benz will be the first OEM to build its own branded navigation experience based on new in-car data and navigation capabilities from the Google Maps Platform. Giving ...

Mercedes-Benz has announced that C‑Class and S‑Class owners will be able to use over-the-air (OTA) update to install Zero Layer, according to a company press release dated 10 February. Customers will be notified via the MBUX infotainment system and the Mercedes me app. The user interface features a large map view while individual selection tiles can be operated without scrolling through submenus. The system gets to know the driver and remembers the typical settings or routes. It also suggest...

Cerence has announced that its  AI-powered application Cerence Tour Guide, will power the interactive tourism content in Mercedes-Benz AG’s multimedia system, MBUX, in a press release dated 7 February. The application for automotive assistants brings professional, guided tour content directly into the car. Mercedes-Benz becomes the first automaker to deploy Cerence Tour Guide. The Tour Guide feature is available in select vehicles in Germany in German and English language, providing dr...

Mercedes-Benz has installed the second generation of the  Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) infotainment system in the GLE and GLE Coupé, it said in a press release dated 31 January. The driver and central displays each measure 12.3 inches while the central display can also be operated directly as a touchscreen while wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto are now available. The appearance can be individualized with a total of three display styles (classic, sporty, and discreet) and...

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled CLA Coupé and CLA Shooting Brake with new MBUX generation and optional immersive sound experience with Dolby Atmos, it said in a press release dated 18 January. The vehicles also feature free-standing double screen, a 7-inch and a 10.25-inch display as standard, while two 10.25-inch displays with a wide-screen are also optionally available. There are three options: Classic, which provides all relevant driver information; Sporty, with a dynamic rev counter;&nbs...

Mercedes-Benz has announced a recall of select model year (MY) 2012 to 2020 ML and GLE sport utility vehicles (SUVs) because of concerns that water could collect in the spare tire wheel, leading to a possible fuel pump malfunction and subsequent engine stall. 323,963 SUVs are set to be recalled, Consumer Reports noted on 5 January. The automaker suggests that drivers could become aware of the problem if they notice a damp carpet in the cargo area, the sound of water sloshing, or a check-...

Mercedes-Benz is set to recall over 123,696 vehicles for sunroof panels that could detach, The Drive reported on 2 January. Affected models include model year (MY) 2001-2011 C-Class, CLK, E-Class, and related CLS-Class. The issue is likely caused by ineffective bonding between the glass sunroof panel and the sliding roof frame. Documents filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) show that the automaker was first made aware of the issue in 2017, when it received rep...

Germany’s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has approved Bosch and Mercedes-Benz’s highly automated parking system for use in the P6 parking garage run by APCOA at Stuttgart Airport, a company press release dated 30 November read. It becomes the world’s first highly automated driverless parking function to SAE Level 4 to be officially approved for commercial use. “We are extremely pleased to have successfully developed a connected system for driverless and contactless parking to...

German OEM Mercedes-Benz announced via press release on 20 October that it had finalized a supply agreement for battery-grade lithium hydroxide with Canadian-German startup Rock Tech Lithium Inc. According to the press release, Rock Tech will supply the OEM’s battery cathode manufacturing partners with 10,000 tons per year of lithium hydroxide from its Guben, Brandenburg, refinery from 2026. The raw lithium that will be refined by Rock Tech is expected to be solely sourced from mining sites...

Hyundai Mobis has announced via press release on 18 October that it is supplying chassis modules to Mercedes-Benz’s electric vehicles (EVs). Sung Hwan, CEO at Mobis, said, “We hope to maintain long-term partnerships with Mercedes-Benz AG. We intend to increase trust with customers based on our excellent technical experience and stable supply capacity.” Significance: Hyundai Mobis built a plant in McAlla, Alabama, near Mercedes-Benz’s US plant, for this chassis module supply, and be...

Mercedes-Benz has launched the all-new EQE sport utility vehicle (SUV) electric vehicle (EV) featuring variable interior and performance-oriented drive concept, the German automaker said in a press release on 16 October. Philipp Schiemer, CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH, said, "The AMG EQE SUV is another milestone in our Future of Driving Performance. The new model is our first all‑electric SUV. And, after the AMG EQS and AMG EQE Saloon models, this is already the third performance model that we h...

Mercedes-Benz has partnered with Microsoft in which Mercedes-Benz will use the MO360 Data Platform to connect 30 passenger car plants worldwide to the Microsoft Cloud, it said in a press release on 12 October. This will improve the supply chain process. The MO360 Data Platform allows teams to identify potential supply chain bottlenecks faster. “Mercedes-Benz’ partnership with Microsoft is a testament to the power of the industrial metaverse. Together, we are merging the physical and digit...

Apple and Mercedes-Benz have announced a partnership under which Apple’s Spatial Audio with support for Dolby Atmos will be integrated into Mercedes-Benz vehicles, according to a company press release on 16 October. Apple Music with Spatial Audio comes fully integrated through the MBUX infotainment system in Mercedes-Maybach models, the EQS and EQS sport utility vehicle (SUV), as well as the EQE and the S-Class. “We’re joining forces to offer our customers a benchmark music experie...

BASF has announced via press release on 12 October that it partnered with Mercedes-Benz, Pyrum Innovations AG, WITTE Automotive and developed automotive components from mass-balanced plastics.   Dr. Martin Jung, President of Performance Materials, BASF, said, “Solutions like these help our customers meet their sustainability goals. This is our Go!Create approach: we invite all our customers and partners to join us in shaping the path towards a circular economy with plastics. With this ...

Mercedes-Benz has lunched the B-Class Sports Tourer with updated interior and convenience features, the German automaker said in a press release on 5 October. Significance: Mercedes-Benz has equipped a dual-screen display consisting of a 10.25" head unit and a 7" instrument cluster on the driver's side of the interior as standard. A pair of 10.25" displays are optionally available for a wide-screen appearance. The base model now has a redesigned center console and a new nappa leather-cover...

Qualcomm Technologies has announced via press release on 23 September that its Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions will be integrated to upcoming Mercedes-Benz models. Nakul Duggal, senior vice president and GM, automotive, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., said, “We are proud to bring our Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions to Mercedes-Benz. Our technology partnership is transforming Mercedes-Benz vehicles as we deliver unparalleled compute, performance, artificial intelligence (AI) and safet...

Mercedes-AMG has unveiled its C 63 S E Performance vehicle with updated interior features, it said in a press release on 21 September.   Significance: The new C 63 S E features AMG’s sport seats allowing owners to select their own upholstery colors and different types of nappa leather—with embossed AMG emblems in the front head restraints. Customers can now opt for the second-generation AMG Performance seat, which features open seat side bolsters for weight savings and improved venti...

Targa Telematics has signed an agreement with Mercedes-Benz Connectivity Services, following which it becomes a “Trusted Partner” for the integration of technology platforms and the development of connected car solutions, it said in a press release dated 20 September. Targa Telematics’ platform will be able to integrate data via an interface developed by Mercedes-Benz which will enable the software company to provide services to its customers. “We are extremely proud to be a Truste...

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 161,000 model year (MY) 2020 and 2022 GLE, GLS SUVs over faulty rear-doorway window trim that may detach when the car is in motion, according to Consumer Reports on 16 September.   Significance: According to the report, vehicles include certain MY 2020-2022 GLE350, GLE450, and GLS450 SUVs, MY 2021–22 AMG GLE53 SUVs, 2020–21 GLE580 and GLS580 SUVs, and MY 2021 GLE400e, AMG GLS63, AMG GLE63 S, and Maybach GLS600 SUVs. The recall applies to vehicles manufactur...

German automaker Mercedes-Benz announced via press release on 24 August that it had partnered with German tire recycling company Pyrum Innovations and German chemical company BASF to develop bow door handles made out of sustainable plastic. According to the press release, the plastic used to manufacture the handles in its new EQE and S-Class was made by BASF using biomethane extracted from agricultural waste and pyrolysis oil recovered from recycled end-of-life tires by Pyrum Innovations. The...

German tire manufacturer Continental announced via press release on 22 August that its SportContact 7 tires had been factory-approved for OE fitment on the new Mercedes-AMG C43 sports sedan. According to the press release, the SportContact 7 fitted on the C43 will feature the following: An 18” size rating with an XL marking for enhanced load capacity Capability of handling speeds of up to 300 km/h Optimum road grip thanks to a special rubber compound A 10% improved mileage,...

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the interior of its upcoming EQE SUV, in a press release on 16 August. The SUV is based on the electric platform from Mercedes‑EQ. The MBUX Hyperscreen is available as an option, which creates an impressive effect. The entire instrument panel is a widescreen in which high-resolution screens merge under a single glass cover. Significance: The front section of the center console joins the instrument panel. The vent band from the cockpit is visually continued in the ...

Capgemini has announced that it has been selected by Mercedes-Benz to develop a big data platform for automated driving, according to a company press release on 19 July. The platform processes big data to optimize artificial intelligence (AI) technology for automated driving. “Driverless technology and the development of the required legal framework has the power to fundamentally transform the mobility sector and foster trusted innovation in the automotive industry. Our role in developing a...

Unity has tied up with Mercedes-Benz to power the infotainment domain of its new operating system MB.OS, it said in a statement on 8 August. The first vehicles running on MB.OS and Unity will be launched in 2024. Mercedes-Benz’s developers will use Unity Industrial Collection to create the UI/UX for the entire digital cockpit, including the instrument cluster and media and passenger displays. Significance: A demo of the operating system has been showcased in the Mercedes-Benz VISION EQXX el...

The new EQE SUV is assembled at the Mercedes-Benz Tuscaloosa plant in Alabama. Tuscaloosa is a key production location for Mercedes-EQ luxury electric SUVs, including the EQS SUV and the EQE SUV, which will be available later this year. According to S&P Global Mobility, the highest year of production for this SUV will be 2023, when more than 36810 units will be produced.

Mercedes‑Benz has announced a new acoustic travel guide service called Tourguide, according to a company press release on 14 July. The new Mercedes me Tourguide service as part of the MBUX Voice Assistant reads out information about attractions along the route on German autobahns. Significance: The Tourguide audio travel guide is available in the EQS, EQE, C‑Class, S‑Class, and AMG SL as well as the new GLC and the new EQS sport utility vehicle (SUV). The audio travel guide is curr...

The Federal Ministry of Economics and Climate Protection (BMWK) in Germany is funding the development of lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery recycling capabilities with EUR16.66 million (over USD17.2 million), BMWK said in a media notification issued on 5 July 2022. Aimed at setting up a stable battery ecosystem, the funds are given to a consortium that has development partners including Licular GmbH, Mercedes-Benz AG, Daimler Truck AG, Primobius GmbH, SMS group GmbH, Clausthal University of Technol...

Mercedes-Benz Group has partnered with ZYNC, following which the tech company will implement its premium in-car digital entertainment platform, a company press release on 22 June read. ZYNC will aggregate and offer original and third-party digital content onto a single turnkey platform as well as the interface between content partners and existing compatible Mercedes-Benz hardware. ZYNC will be rolled out in the EQS and S-Class in Europe by the end of the year, with rollout in further model...

Mercedes-Benz Group is set to recall nearly one million vehicles globally over a potential issue with the braking system, a 6 June article by the Agence France-Presse read, citing the German federal transport authority KBA. In KBA’s statement, affected models include the model year (MY) 2004–15 ML, GL sports utility vehicle (SUV) series, and the R-Class luxury multipurpose vehicle (MPV). Significance: Mercedes confirmed the recall in a statement to AFP, saying a “particularly ...

Mercedes-Benz will recall more than 254,000 vehicles due to issues with their automatic crash notification systems, Consumer Reports wrote on 27 May. Affected vehicles include MY2017–22 CLA-Class, GLA-Class, GLE-Class, GLS-Class, SLC-Class, A-Class, AMG GT-Class, C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, SL-Class, GLC-Class, CLS-Class, GLB-Class, and G-Class vehicles, and MY2019–21 Freightliner Sprinter, Mercedes-Benz Metris, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans. Significance: With 191 complaints registered,...

Primobius, joint venture between Australian minerals company Neometals and German plant manufacturer SMS Group, announced via press release on 11 March that it had signed an MoU with battery recycling company Licular (wholly owned subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz) for the development of a circular and sustainable raw materials supply chain. According to the MoU Primobius will license the mechanical and hydrometallurgical combination technology required for the battery recycling plant that Li...

Continental has announced that it is supplying Mercedes-Benz C-Class with PremiumContact 6 and EcoContact 6 tires as OE, according to a press release published by the German supplier on 19 May. Both PremiumContact 6 18” and EcoContact 6 17″ tires have been granted original equipment approval. Significance: Continental’s PremiumContact 6 offers tread specific rubber formulation, critical for tire's traction, resulting in exceptional safety and wet braking performance. The tire is designe...

US-based auto parts manufacturer Tenneco has announced via press release on 16 May that the Model Year (MY) 2022 Mercedes-AMG SL-Class Roadsters will feature CVSA2 semi-active suspension or integrated CVSA2/Kinetic suspension offering from the company’s Monroe Intelligent Suspension portfolio. Henrik Johansson, vice president and general manager, Advanced Suspension Technologies, Tenneco, said, "This has been an exciting project for our Advanced Suspension Technologies organization. These i...

Mercedes-Benz USA has issued a ‘do not drive’ recall for around 292,287 ML-, GL-, and R-Class vehicles citing a potential corroded brake booster issue, which could affect braking capability, according to a safety report released by The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) on 12 May. The affected vehicles include Model Year (MY) 2006–12. Before the issue occurs, drivers might notice a change in the feel of the brake pedal and/or hissing/airflow noises when applying the ...

Faurecia has tied up with Mercedes-Benz Group, under which the FORVIA Group company will integrate its apps platform into the MBUX multimedia system, it said in a press release on 28 April. The platform has been developed in partnership with Aptoide. Faurecia will offer a customized app portfolio from 2023, which can be refreshed and updated multiple times a year for optimal user experience. “With the Faurecia Aptoide Automotive App Store, we provide the best market- relevant content in the...

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the new T-Class vehicle equipped with MBUX (Mercedes‑Benz User Experience) infotainment system as standard, it said in a press release on 26 April. The vehicle features an intuitive software, a high-resolution display, smartphone integration with Apple Car Play and Android Auto, the Bluetooth hands-free system and a digital radio. “With the new T-Class we are extending our portfolio with a true premium small van that combines roominess and functionality with sty...

Bridgestone has announced via press release on 25 April that it will supply the bespoke Turanza Eco tires for Mercedes-Benz’s all-electric Vision EQXX. The EQXX’s new tires are equipped with Bridgestone’s in-house lightweight ‘ENLITEN’ Technology to reduce tire rolling resistance and weight by up to 20%, along with its ‘ologic’ technology designed to enhance battery range by means of a large tire diameter to reduce rolling resistance, and a narrow tire width to reduce aerodynami...

Hankook announced via a press release on 11 April that it will supply tires as original equipment (OE) to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class across all markets. This includes summer, winter, and all-season tires for the premium S-Class model. The tires have a “Mercedes Original" “MO” label on the sidewall to indicate approval as OE for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Hankook has enhanced the tire performance with an aramid hybrid reinforced belt to strengthen core stability. The tires also feature the M...

Mercedes-Benz has opened the Electric Software Hub at Mercedes Technology Center (MTC) in Sindelfingen, Germany, it said in a press release on 8 April. The German automaker has invested over EUR200 million (USD218 million) for the hub. “The Electric Software Hub is an epicenter of our research and development and at the same time closely networked with the worldwide production sites. This is where key aspects of the future of Mercedes-Benz become reality—especially our own MB.OS operating...

Mercedes-Benz is recalling just over 9,156 S-Class and EQS-Class models in US over concerns that a software bug will disable much of the vehicle's rear lighting, CNET reported on 28 March. Significance: The affected Mercedes-Benz S-Class, EQS-Class include MY 2021 and MY 2022 models. The software bug primarily affects turn signals, hazard warning lights, and backup lights, which will be addressed through a software update. The automaker has concluded that the faulty lighting is caused by defe...

US auto parts manufacturer Tenneco announced on 30 March that its new Monroe OE Solutions MCx valving system for passive monotube shock absorbers will debut in the fourth-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class. According to the press release, the new passive valve architecture features independent, parallel flow paths that accommodate all piston velocities, allowing customers to optimally tune between comfort and dynamic control. The valve also features an open-bleed tuning system that creates two ...

Mercedes-Benz has announced that it has been awarded a contract by the Netherlands’ Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management for road monitoring through vehicle data, a company press release dated 29 March. The project will extend over a two-year period covering winter management, asset management and road safety. The partners will use anonymized data to provide insights on safety for road users. The use of data will be via car-to-X or other systems from intelligent, connected Mercedes-...

Valeo has announced that the Mercedes-Benz S-Class will be equipped with Valeo SCALA 2 lidar, the company said in a press release on 22 March. The second-generation LiDAR system will be integrated into the Mercedes-Benz DRIVE PILOT system for SAE-Level 3 (L3) autonomous driving. The Valeo SCALA 2 lidar creates a 3D image of the vehicle’s surroundings. The image, called a “point cloud” then enables the device to distinguish between moving and static objects. Valeo SCALA 2 removes data th...

Bosch and Mercedes-Benz demonstrated an automated valet parking system at InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown, according to an official press release on 20 March 2022. The demonstration uses the INTELLIGENT PARK PILOT within the Mercedes-Benz EQS and integrates operation with the smartphone app. Demonstrations were held at the InterContinental Downtown Los Angeles Hotel, an 889-room property located in the tallest building west of Chicago. EQS will be used to demonstrate automated valet par...

German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has partnered mainland Chinese–Japanese electric vehicle (EV) battery maker Envision AESC in an attempt to secure the supply of high-performance battery cell modules for its EQ lineup of EVs, the battery maker said on 16 March 2022. Envision AESC, which produces and supplies EV batteries from its Tennessee plant for the Nissan Leaf EV, is setting up a new EV battery production unit in the United States, the company said, without disclosi...

Mercedes-Benz Group has opened a new research and development (R&D) center in Shanghai to develop mobility technologies such as connectivity, automated driving, and big data, according to Reuters on 18 March. This will be the second R&D establishment for the German automaker in the region. The new R&D center will leverage local talent to design and innovate vehicles of the future.   Significance: The new Shanghai R&D center reflects Mercedes-Benz’s move last y...

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled the interior features of its new EQS electric sport utility vehicle (SUV), according to its official press release on 15 March. It features an optional MBUX Hyperscreen, first launched in the EQS sedan. This 56-inch curved screen includes the instrument cluster, infotainment and passenger display. Its 12.3-inch OLED display provides the front passenger with their own display and control area. Significance: The car also features an in-vehicle infotainment system (IVI...

Mercedes-Benz downsizes the production by cutting down shifts from three to two in some areas of its plant in Kecskemét, Hungary, effective from March 16 until the end of the month, reports news agency MTI. Russia-Ukraine conflict led to the shutting down of component supplier plants in Ukraine forcing Mercedes-Benz to downsize its production. In an effort to restore its supply chains, the automaker is closely monitoring the situation and working with its suppliers. The plant produced 160,00...

German luxury automaker Mercedes-Benz announced via press release on 11th March that it would be building its own lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery material recycling plant in Kuppenheim, southern Germany, in conjunction with technology partners Primobius and other renowned research institutes. According to the press release, the factory, expected to begin mechanical disassembly operations in 2023, will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary and be established under the name of LICULAR GmbH. Whil...

German automaker Volkswagen has halted its production line at its home plant in Wolfsburg in Germany by at least a week due to a shortage in parts supply that are manufactured in Ukraine, according to a report published by Automotive News Europe on 7 March 2022. On similar lines, the production at BMW and Mercedes-Benz is also impacted as the two carmakers have also halted their production lines in Germany due to the supply shortage of components that are produced in Ukraine. The German Autom...

Volvo Cars has suspended car shipments to Russia until further notice due to the ongoing geopolitical actions between Russia and Ukraine, according to a statement published by Reuters on 28 February. The Swedish automaker’s decision aligns with the potential risks associated with trade relations based on sanctions imposed against Russia, the statement added.    Significance: According to Reuters, Volvo becomes the first automaker to halt shipments as geopolitical tensions rise and...

Mercedes-Benz is looking to acquire certification for Level 3 autonomous driving in the United States this year, Chief Executive Ola Kaellenius said in a press call as reported by Reuters on 24 February. Mercedes-Benz is also in discussions with authorities in mainland China. “We are working on the United States and are in talks with authorities in China about certifying such a technology there,” Kaellenius said. The German automaker had earlier mentioned plans to extend Level 3 autono...

Cerence has enhanced its cloud services capabilities in South Korea by being interoperable with telecom operator KT’s GiGA Genie voice-controlled virtual assistant, it said in a 17 February press release. Mercedes-Benz Korea will use the integrated capability leveraging Cerence Arbitrator and enable drivers of select models, including Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Mercedes-Benz EQS, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Mercedes-Benz EQA, among others, to use the services via the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX...

German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz has signed a technology cooperation agreement with Taiwanese solid-state electric vehicle (EV) battery technology startup ProLogium to jointly develop next-generation battery cells, the two companies announced on 27 January 2022. Under the agreement, Mercedes-Benz plans to make a high-double-digit-million-euro investment in ProLogium and will take a seat in the battery company’s board of directors, the company said. The first Mercedes-Benz test vehi...

Luminar has announced a partnership with Mercedes-Benz to accelerate the development of future highly automated driving technologies for Mercedes-Benz’s passenger cars, according to a company press release dated 20 January. “This partnership is a landmark moment in the industry, demonstrating how substantially increased safety and autonomous driving functions on consumer vehicles are going from sci-fi to mainstream. Mercedes-Benz has always been a technological leader and first mover for ...

In the early 2010s, with the launch of the very first “driving assistance” systems, automakers began to rely on the braking system’s electronic stability control (ESC) unit, originally designed to improve driving stability, to decelerate the vehicle without driver input, in emergencies. Since then, system requirements have continuously expanded to accommodate growing demands for more powerful, sustained, and responsive autonomous braking capabilities needed for semi-automated and automated...

Mercedes-Benz’s all-electric EQXX debuts with extensive lightweight and organic interiors with components sourced from start-ups around the world to reflect the groups’ vision of a clean and sustainable future, the company announced in a press release on 3 January. Gorden Wagener said, “Working with these innovative, sustainable materials to design the interior of the VISION EQXX was a hugely liberating and exhilarating experience. They open up completely new avenues of creativity, and ...

Mercedes-Benz has recalled 227 MY2021 and 2022 EQS and S models due to a software error that allowed the dashboard infotainment screen to access the internet and allow video games to be played while the car was in motion, Newsweek reported on 10 December. If the occupant selects the function while the vehicle is in motion, it could lead to driver distraction and increase the risk of a crash. Significance: The issue was first known in Tesla. In December 2021, the NHTSA looked into the matter o...

Cerence has announced that Mercedes-Benz AG has selected Cerence for conversational artificial intelligence (AI)-powered electric vehicle (EV) use cases and Cerence emergency vehicle detection (EVD), integrated with the Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) in the Mercedes-Benz EQS EV, the company said in a press release on 22 December. “Intuitive technology and a simple, easy-to-use interface are important elements in the electric vehicle user experience as drivers demand increasingly smart...

Mercedes-Benz has announced the combination of its Mercedes PRO with Mercedes me services, according to its press release on 16 December. Mercedes‑Benz is restructuring its product to offer Mercedes me in all vehicles and will be available to commercial customers. Customers using Mercedes PRO services will be able to receive vehicle-related services from Mercedes me and also benefit from the future expansion of the product range. “A large number of our customers use their Mercedes-Benz ve...

Wejo has partnered with Mercedes-Benz Connectivity Services to unveil livestream access to parking event data for mobility services providers and infrastructure operators in Europe, the company said in a press release on 17 December. The live flow of anonymized vehicle data will stream approximately 10–14 million unique parking events daily from Mercedes-Benz vehicles in the European Union. “With more use cases to be worked together in the future, we are committed to creating long-term bu...

Mercedes-Benz is the first automotive company, according to an official press release dated December 10, to meet the stringent legal requirements of UN-R157 for a Level 3 system for conditionally automated driving. The German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has granted system approval for this based on the technical approval regulation UN-R157 (UN Regulation No. 157 - Automated Lane Keeping Systems (ALKS)), paving the way for such a system to be offered internationally, provided national...