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.
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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
On September 24, Daimler Truck announced that it is expanding its partnership with Girteka, Lithuania, with an order for 900 Mercedes-Benz Actros L ProCabin trucks. Deliveries are planned for the first half of 2027, following 500 Actros L trucks added to the fleet in 2026.
The redesigned ProCabin features an 80 mm lo
Announced on September 23, 2026, Mercedes-Benz Thailand has previewed the all-new GLC mid-size electric SUV, its first model developed on the MB.EA-M (Mercedes-Benz Electric Architecture for Mid-Size Vehicles) platform, ahead of its planned official launch at Thailand International Motor Expo 2026. The company expect
On September 21, Daimler Buses showcased its passenger transport portfolio at FIAA 2026, Spain, featuring Mercedes-Benz and Setra vehicles for urban, interurban, and long-distance travel. The display included electric and hybrid vehicles, advanced safety and driver-assistance systems, and digital, aftersales, and e-m
On September 22, Wayve signed a definitive production agreement to integrate the Wayve AI Driver into future Mercedes-Benz vehicles, enabling advanced urban point-to-point driving assistance for customers starting in the next two years. Wayve and Mercedes-Benz will roll out this technology worldwide. This partnership
On September 21, Egypt's Ministry of Industry hosted a roundtable with German companies to discuss expansion plans, challenges, and solutions. The ministry aims to attract more German companies to the Egyptian market. The Ministry said the National Automotive Industry Development Program (AIDP) is a key pillar for at
On September 16, Mercedes-Benz announced the official launch of the all-new long-wheelbase GLE luxury SUV. The model is available in five variants, with prices ranging from CNY 599,800 to CNY 767,800.
The long-wheelbase GLE has a wheelbase of 3,115 mm, 120 mm longer than that of the models sold outside China. For the
Ionna has increased the pace of EV charging station installations in the past six months by adding 50% more chargers and 74% more locations to bring its 400-kw chargers to more people across the U.S.
Ionna now has 1,488 charging ports at 174 stations throughout the country, according to the Department of Energy’s Alt
On September 18, smart officially launched the #5 mid-size electric SUV in Australia, with prices starting at AUD 58,900 for Pro+, AUD 63,900 for Premium+, and AUD 73,900 for BRABUS version.
The model uses an 800V platform and 100kWh battery with 4C fast-charging capability. It can charge from 10% to 80% in under 18
On September 17, Mercedes-Benz announced that it has started series production of the all-new GLA C segment SUV at its Rastatt plant, Germany. The fully electric versions are already in production, while 48V hybrid models with a new combustion engine will follow later in 2026.
The plant can build electric, hybrid and
On September 14, Euro NCAP released its latest safety ratings for long-haul commercial trucks. The tests included the BYD ETT 44, along with models from Mercedes-Benz, IVECO and Scania.
BYD’s ETT 44 received a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating and the CitySafe award in its first assessment. It is the first long-haul
On September 13, Daimler Truck showcased its latest transport technologies at IAA Transportation 2026, including efficient diesel engines, the new Powerliner drivetrain system, advanced safety systems, digital services, and autonomous driving.
Mercedes-Benz Trucks introduced a new powertrain generation with the Power
On September 14, Mercedes-Benz Vans showcased its future commercial vehicle strategy at IAA Transportation 2026, headlined by the public debut of the all-electric VLE, the first model built on the company's new modular Van Architecture.
Designed for shuttle services, the VLE accommodates five to eight passengers, off
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