Mercedes Benz Vitoria plant, Spain begins pre-series production of new all-electric VLE On September 24, Mercedes Benz announced that its Vitoria plant, Spain has started producing pre-series vehicles of the new all-electric VLE, preparing for full production in 2026. The plant has been modernized to meet the high standards of the new modular van architecture. Around 5,000 employees received training on new processes, technologies, and IT systems...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/24

Mercedes Benz all-new electric CLA achieves Cd of 0.21 with aerodynamic upgrades On September 19, Mercedes Benz announced that the new all-electric CLA also stands out with a Cd of 0.21, making it one of the most aerodynamic cars in its class. Its performance is helped by specially designed wheels, including new bicolour full-cover alloys that cut drag significantly compared to standard or even aero-optimised rims. Wheel spoilers have also been r...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

eActros 600, which will now include more options such as semitrailer tractors, flatbed chassis with different wheelbases, two-battery models, and new L-cab variants of the Actros. All versions feature modern drive technology, high efficiency, and the innovative concept of the eActros 600. Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks were produced at the Wörth plant in November 2024. The truck features over 600 kWh of battery capacity and a newly developed ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

Antolin’s ambient lighting system featured in all-new electric Mercedes-Benz GLC Grupo Antolin-Irausa, S.A. (Antolin) announced that its complete ambient lighting system is incorporated in the all-new electric Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV, which debuted at the IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany. The lighting system enhances the floating effect of the instrument panel and emphasizes the vehicle’s futuristic interior design. Additionally, Antolin pr...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

ate October. Three finalists will be announced in each category at the Los Angeles Auto Show, and the winners will be announced on January 14, 2026, to open the Detroit Auto Show. 2026 North American Car of the Year Candidates:  Audi A5  Dodge Charger  Honda Prelude  Kia K4 Hatchback  Mercedes-Benz CLA  Nissan Sentra 2026 North American Truck of the Year Candidates:  Ford F-150 Lobo  Ford Maverick Lobo  Ram 1500 Hemi  Ram 2500  Rivian ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

BYD luxury brand Denza to be launched in October in Brazil On September 18, it was reported that Denza, BYD’s luxury brand, has officially entered the Brazilian market. Created in 2010 as a joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz, Denza will operate independently from BYD in Brazil under the newly established company Denza Brazil, with plans for an exclusive dealership network. The brand’s launch is planned for October. The brand’s init...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/20

Green NCAP conducts Life Cycle Assessment of BMW, MINI, Citroën, Fiat, Hyundai, KIA, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Renault, Volvo and VW models On September 18, Green NCAP tested 12 popular cars under its new whole-life assessment rating, showing the wide differences in environmental impact. The new system looks at real-world use, including car weight, efficiency in warm and cold weather, and hidden emissions from tyres and brakes. Most importantly, it ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Mercedes-Benz approved to start windfarm construction at Papenburg test track in Germany On September 18, Mercedes-Benz announced that, together with energy park developer UKA, it has received approval to begin construction of a wind farm at its Papenburg test track in northern Germany. The project, to be completed by 2027 under a Power Purchase Agreement, will feature 20 Nordex wind turbines with a total capacity of 140 MW. Once operational, the...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Mercedes-Benz to layoff 500 workers from São Bernardo do Campo plant in Brazil On September 17, it was reported that Mercedes-Benz in Brazil reached an agreement with the Metalworkers’ Union of ABC to implement a layoff involving 500 employees at its São Bernardo do Campo plant, including the bus assembly line. The measure will begin in November, lasting up to five months, and was prompted by two main factors: the temporary suspension of CKD ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Fuel Cell trucks complete 10,000 km extreme testing in Switzerland On September 18, Daimler Truck announced that it has completed summer testing of four next-gen Mercedes-Benz GenH2 fuel cell trucks. The Valais region, Switzerland, provided tough conditions with steep mountain passes (600–2,478 m), midsummer heat above 35°C, and thin air, which is perfect for pushing the trucks’ cooling and performance systems to the limi...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

ixth place was the Tesla Model 3 with 1,116 units, followed by the BYD Seal (825 units), Denza 09 (787 units), Zeekr 009 (567 units), and Chery Omoda E5 (494 units). Models ranked 11th to 20th were the BYD Atto 2 (466 units), XPeng G6 (464 units), XPeng X9 (378 units), BMW iX2 (331 units), Mercedes-Benz EQE (312 units), BMW i5 (281 units), Porsche Taycan (275 units), GWM Ora (Good Cat and 07; 256 units combined), Leapmotor C10 (225 units), and BM...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/18

Daimler Buses completes 4,000 km endurance trial of all-electric eIntouro On September 16, Daimler Buses completed summer testing of the Mercedes Benz eIntouro in southern Spain. For five weeks, the bus was tested in extreme heat of up to 45°C, covering drivetrain performance, battery and energy management, charging at fast stations, and air conditioning. Tests also included steep climbs up to 2,500 meters in the Sierra Nevada, Spain, and long d...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/17

artment (JPJ) showed the top 20 EV brands registered in Malaysia between January and August 2025. BYD maintained its lead with 7,389 units, followed by Proton with 5,455 units and Tesla in third with 3,162 units. Other top brands included BMW (1,117), XPeng (842), Denza (787), Zeekr (679), Mercedes-Benz (527), Chery (514), and Porsche (467). Further down the list were MINI (427), MG (407) Volvo (371), GWM (256), Leapmotor (225), smart (179), Neta...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/17

Beijing Benz CLA EV electric coupe rolls off production line On September 10, Beijing Benz announced the recent roll-off of the CLA EV battery electric coupe, the first MMA (Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture)-based model. The CLA EV is equipped with the MB.OS (Mercedes-Benz Operating System) system, an assisted driving system for urban and expressway scenarios, as well as a 2-speed transmission and an 800V architecture for a balance among power,...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launches C200 AMG Line sedan, locally assembled Reported on September 10, 2025, Mercedes-Benz has launched the C200 AMG Line in Malaysia, priced at MYR 292,888 OTR (excluding insurance) for Peninsular Malaysia, with deliveries expected to begin in October. The model is locally assembled (CKD) in Pekan, alongside its siblings the C200 Avantgarde and C350e AMG Line. It comes with distinctive AMG styling, including a bold fron...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/12

Daimler Buses partners with Otokar for Mercedes Benz Conecto production in Sakarya, Türkiye On September 11, Daimler Buses announced that it is expanding capacity through a partnership with Turkish manufacturer Otokar Otomotiv ve Savunma Sanayi A.Ş. From September 2026, Otokar’s Sakarya plant will produce the Mercedes Benz Conecto city bus to meet rising demand for Mercedes Benz and Setra buses. Until now, the Conecto has been built only at D...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/11

Daimler Buses begins road tests of hydrogen-powered Setra Coach for long-distance travel On September 9, Daimler Buses announced that it is testing its first hydrogen-powered touring coach, the Setra H2 Coach. The company plans to launch battery-electric coaches by the end of the decade and fuel cell models afterward. The H2 Coach uses technology from the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck which can travel at least 800 km on one tank. The model S 517 HD ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

st included BMW Group with a 34.9% increase to 7,989 units; Nissan with a 34.4% increase to 37,549 units; Chrysler with a 28.6% increase to 31,736 units; Ford with a 22.6% increase to 37,778 units; and Audi with a 21.6% increase to 15,266 units. OEMs with export declines in August included Mercedes Benz with a 33.8% decrease to 2,838 units; Honda with a 24.6% decrease to 15,064 units; VW with a 18.7% decrease to 28,502 units; GM with a 14.2% decr...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

IAA Mobility 2025: Qualcomm Technologies and Mercedes Benz showcase Snapdragon powered digital cockpits On September 8, Qualcomm Technologies and Mercedes Benz unveiled the latest Snapdragon Digital Chassis solutions at the IAA Mobility 2025. The all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA and the new electric GLC now feature advanced digital cockpits and connectivity powered by Snapdragon Digital Chassis, forming the base for future SDVs. Key to this is Qual...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09

IAA Mobility 2025: Mercedes Benz showcases CLA Shooting Brake EV, AMG GT XX Concept and VLE prototype On September 8, Mercedes Benz presented four new models at IAA Mobility 2025. The CLA Shooting Brake, the first all-electric estate, will debut alongside the CLA with a new hybrid system. Also making its debut is the CONCEPT AMG GT XX. The prototype previews the upcoming AMG.EA performance platform, which goes into production next year. The fourt...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09