On October 28, Mercedes-Benz Group announced its financial results for Q3 2026.
For Q3 2026, the Mercedes-Benz Group reported revenue of EUR 30.7 billion, 4.5% less than in Q3 2025. It also reported EBIT of EUR 1.77 billion, up 136.4% YoY, adjusted EBIT of EUR 1.78 billion, down 15% YoY, and net profit of EUR 1.52 bi
On October 27, Mercedes-Benz announced that it has developed powertrains based on real customer needs and driving habits rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. The goal is to deliver the right balance of performance, comfort, and efficiency for every vehicle.
The development process starts by studying drivin
On October 22, Mercedes-Benz Trucks Brazil announced new truck configurations, technologies and aftersales services to be presented at Fenatran 2026.
The lineup includes the Atego 3433 6x4 with a 3.6-meter wheelbase for construction applications and a longer-wheelbase mining version with a 33.5-ton GVW. The Accelo 11
On October 20, Mercedes-Benz conducted its first public crash test recreating a serious intersection collision using two moving vehicles. Both cars were travelling at 56 km/h, putting the new CLA’s safety systems to a demanding test.
The test involved a CLA Shooting Brake with an electrified combustion engine crashin
On October 19, 2026, smart officially launched in Thailand through Thonburi Stardust Co., Ltd., part of Thonburi Group, its local importer and distributor. The initial lineup comprises the smart #1 Premium, #3 Premium, and #5 Premium, priced at THB 1.449 million, THB 1.549 million, and THB 1.749 million, respectively
On October 21, Mercedes-Benz announced that MB.DRIVE ASSIST PRO, a system for advanced urban semi-automated driving (SAE Level 2) developed in collaboration with NVIDIA, will be available to order in Germany from the first half of 2027.
The feature will be available in Stuttgart and Munich from the end of 2026 as par
On October 17, Mercedes-AMG announced that it is developing the all-new Mercedes-AMG GT SUV, its first full-size SUV developed entirely in-house. The model is the second new vehicle based on the AMG.EA high-performance architecture and combines the characteristics of a full-size SUV with the driving performance of a
On October 16, Mercedes-Benz announced a new AI-native Product Lifecycle Management (PLM.AI) platform designed to digitally connect development, purchasing, production, sales and after-sales across the entire product lifecycle.
The company expects the system to shorten vehicle development times by up to 30%, equivale
On October 16, Mercedes-Benz and NVIDIA announced that they will expand their strategic partnership to jointly advance the next generation of automated driving systems. The collaboration combines Mercedes-Benz's expertise in vehicle development and safety with the operating system MB. OS with NVIDIA's computing and A
On October 12, ACC (Automotive Cells Company) announced at the Paris Motor Show that its second production block, with a capacity of 12.9 GWh, is scheduled to begin production in 2027 to power the Mercedes-Benz Group’s electric cars.
ACC also showcased its 5 millionth lithium-ion cell produced at its Gigafactory in B
On October 12, smart unveiled the all-electric city car smart #2 at the Paris Motor Show, making the return of two-seater version in a new electric era. The company also unveiled the exclusive smart #2 Couture Edition at the world premiere.
smart #2 is designed by the Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team. It features rou
On October 12, Mercedes-Benz started production of the new Marco Polo camper van at its Ludwigsfelde plant, Germany. For the first time in its more than 40-year history, the model is being manufactured entirely within the company’s production network.
The new Marco Polo features improvements in acoustics and connecti
On October 7, Mercedes-Benz Group announced its sales results for Q3 2026.
For Q3 2026, the Mercedes-Benz Group reported total vehicle sales of 491,700 units, down 6% YoY, including 78,100 battery-electric vehicles, up 52% YoY. Sales outside China increased by 2% YoY, while challenging market conditions in China cont
On October 6, Mercedes-Benz announced that it has introduced steer-by-wire technology in the new EQS, making it the first German automaker to offer this system in a production passenger car. It replaces the traditional mechanical link between the steering wheel and front wheels with an electronic connection.
In Germa
On October 5, Mercedes-Benz India announced that it sold 15,190 vehicles between January and September, an 8% increase from 14,132 units in the same period last year. In Q3 2026 (ending September), retail sales stood at 5,422 units, up 6% from 5,119 units in Q3 2025 and 17% from the previous quarter.
The company’s to
On September 30, the Basque Government presented a new project to transform the Mercedes-Benz plant in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain. The project will prepare the plant to build future Mercedes-Benz Vans models.
The project involves an initial public-private investment of EUR 181 million over 3 years, including around EUR 6
On September 28, smart announced that its upcoming smart #2 will make its world premiere at the Paris Motor Show on October 12, 2026. The model will feature the new Tridion Cell Evo safety structure, designed to combine compact dimensions with strong occupant protection for city driving.
More than 78% of the body str
Reported on September 26, 2026, Thonburi Group plans to launch the smart EV brand in Thailand on October 20, 2026, after receiving rights to import and distribute smart vehicles locally.
The company also plans to display the vehicles at Thailand International Motor Expo 2026 in December. The models expected to be int
On September 24, ProLogium Holding Inc. announced that it has signed an agreement with Mercedes-Benz AG to allow access to test ProLogium’s latest Gen4 battery cells. The deal builds on their nearly 10-year partnership in battery technology.
Under the agreement, Mercedes-Benz will conduct electrical, thermal and safe
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