BMW, Mercedes-Benz, VW reportedly in talks with U.S. government over possible tariff deal On May 28 and 29, multiple U.S. media reported that BMW, Mercedes-Benz and VW are in talks with the Trump administration on a possible import tariff deal, hoping to gain some leverage from their U.S. investments and exports to soften the tariff costs, according to three people familiar with the matter. The German OEMs hope that the talks with the U.S. Depart...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

ined vehicles, QNX Hypervisor 8.0 is poised to bring the valuable benefits of QNX SDP 8.0, driving the next generation of automotive technology. QNX is trusted as the software foundation by leading OEMs and Tier 1s worldwide, including BMW, Bosch, Continental, Dongfeng Motor, Geely, Honda, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo.  (BlackBerry release on May 28, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/29

Daimler Buses to unveil next-gen eCitaro with NMC4 batteries and factory-fitted digital services at UITP 2025, Germany On May 27, Daimler Buses announced that it will present its latest innovations at the UITP Summit 2025 in Hamburg from June 15 to 18, 2025, focusing on sustainability, cost-efficiency, and the digital future of electric city buses. Starting in 2026, the Mercedes-Benz eCitaro will come with a new, more powerful fourth-generation N...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

Smart expands to Morocco market through partnership with Auto Nejma, plans to launch EV models by 2025 On May 27, Smart entered the Moroccan market through a partnership with Auto Nejma, a local automotive distributor and official Mercedes-Benz partner. This marks Smart’s presence in 38 countries and regions worldwide. By 2027, Auto Nejma will open six Smart showrooms in key Moroccan cities, offering modern urban mobility solutions. The Smart #...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

ies. The objective of this line is to promote investment plans for the industrial value chain of electric and connected vehicles, their systems, subsystems, and components, as well as certain auxiliary infrastructure systems necessary for their deployment. Among the selected companies are Mercedes Benz Alava, Robert Bosch Madrid, Robert Bosch Aranjuez, Norpoo Electronics, La Rioja, Zanini Auto Grup, Barcelona, Forvia Interior Systems, Valencia, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/27

Mercedes-Benz targets 45,000 fast-charging points by 2029 On May 22, Mercedes-Benz announced that it is moving steadily toward an all-electric future, aiming for a carbon-neutral new vehicle fleet by 2039. The speed of this shift will depend on customer demand and market conditions. A strong charging network is key to this transition. Expanding public charging infrastructure will help make electric driving easier and more energy-efficient. To sup...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

Mercedes-Benz to consolidate U.S. headquarters and R&D in Atlanta, Georgia On May 22, Mercedes-Benz announced it is planning to consolidate its North American headquarters in the Atlanta, Georgia region, move 500 jobs there and open a “multimillion-dollar” R&D center. The move will make Mercedes’ Atlanta corporate workforce two-thirds larger. The corporate and financial services job relocations will be completed by August 2026, while the te...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/23

Daimler Truck launches Remote 3.0 app for smart truck connectivity On May 22, Daimler Truck announced that the new Mercedes-Benz Trucks Remote 3.0 app now connects truck drivers to their vehicles through their smartphones. It lets drivers check key vehicle functions and sends push notifications for urgent messages—ideal for long-distance trips across countries. The app is now available for the eActros 600 and will be rolled out for the Actros L...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/22

lled on the Thai government to support a gradual transition to electrified vehicles (xEVs) alongside traditional petrol and diesel models, highlighting hybrids as a key step toward full electrification. At the recent BOI seminar, “Shaping the Future of xEV in Thailand,” 6 major brands (Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Toyota, Honda, MG, and Changan) advocated for clear policies and a defined roadmap to accelerate Thailand’s xEV adoption. Mercedes-Benz e...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

d by Proton with 2,537 units of the eMas 7. Tesla came in third with 735 units, ahead of BMW with 587 units, Denza with 395 units, XPeng with 380 units, Zeekr with 360 units, Porsche with 208 units, MG with 192 units, and MINI with 154 units. GWM was ranked 11th with 145 units, followed by Mercedes-Benz (129 units), Volvo (122 units), smart (101 units), Hyundai (100 units), and Chery (97 units). Leapmotor recorded 69 units, Neta 50 units, Dongfen...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/20

Vietnam-made Mercedes-Benz RS 1936 bus exported to Thailand Announced on May 15, 2025, Truong Hai Auto Corporation (THACO), in collaboration with Daimler Bus, held a launch event on May 8 in Chu Lai (Quang Nam), Vietnam, to introduce the high-end Mercedes-Benz RS 1936 bus and announce its export to the Thai market. This event strengthens THACO’s role as the key production hub for Mercedes-Benz buses in ASEAN. It drew representatives from Daimle...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Tata Elxsi, India and MBRDI partner for vehicle engineering and SDV development On May 14, Tata Elxsi announced that it had been selected by Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India for vehicle software engineering and software defined vehicles (SDV) development. Tata Elxsi will help scale next-gen automotive development and innovation.  Tata Elxsi has domain experience across autonomous, electric, connected vehicle technologies, AI, and sof...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/14

Mercedes Benz unveils Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series On May 13, Mercedes Benz announced that Maybach has added a fourth model to its lineup — the new Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series, a luxurious open-top two-seater car. The car measures 4,697 mm x 1,915 mm x 1,358 mm (LxWxH), with a 2,700 mm wheelbase. The luggage compartment holds between 213 and 240 liters.The bonnet showcases the Maybach pattern using advanced PixelPaint technology a...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Mercedes-Benz uses ABB’s PixelPaint technology in Sindelfingen plant in Germany On May 13, ABB announced that Mercedes-Benz has deployed its PixelPaint technology in the Sindelfingen plant in Germany. Mercedes-Benz will first use PixelPaint on the Mercedes-Maybach SL 680 Monogram Series. PixelPaint consists of a paint head with more than 1,000 tiny, individually controlled nozzles, mounted on an ABB robot such as the IRB 5500 paint series.  Co...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

Mercedes-Benz confirms GLC production at plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama On May 12, Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Källenius confirmed that the company plans to build the GLC crossover at its Tuscaloosa, Alabama assembly plant starting in late 2027. Without disclosing its planned additional volume, he said that GLC output at the plant will be primarily for the North American market. The Tuscaloosa plant currently operates at approximately 87% of its 305,000...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

exports in April included Toyota with a 36.4% increase to 28,542 units; GM with a 8.8% increase to 76,443 units; and Ford with a 1.0% increase to 31,914 units. OEMs with export declines in April included Mazda with a 60.9% decrease to 5,226 units; VW with a 44.4% decrease to 19,130 units; Mercedes Benz with a 43.9% decrease to 4,292 units; Chrysler with a 36.9% decrease to 16,413 units; Audi with a 33.7% decrease to 8,567 units; BMW Group with a...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/10

ourcing policies and procurement needs. BMW and Changan will also showcase advanced production technologies and innovations in the EV sector. Other highlights include the “BOI SYMPOSIUM 2025: Shaping the Future of xEV in Thailand” and a panel discussion featuring senior executives from Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Honda, Toyota, MG, and Changan, focusing on xEV industry development and supply chain integration. (From Thailand BOI release and SUBCON Th...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/09

ncreasingly difficult to navigate. Slowing consumer demand and the rise of domestic Chinese brands, particularly in the Electric Vehicle (EV) segment, have hurt the profits of European OEMs. Legacy brands are facing margin erosion and declining market shares, with those such as Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW suffering heavy losses in 2024. Meanwhile, the US has turned increasingly protectionist. The Trump administration’s 25% tariffs on imp...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/08

Mercedes-Benz partners with The Mobility House to launch smart, bidirectional EV charging across Europe On May 6, Mercedes-Benz announced that it has collaborated with The Mobility House to create advanced charging solutions that link electric vehicles (EVs) with the energy grid across Europe. The partnership includes smart charging offers for private households, providing both unidirectional (Vehicle-1-Grid/V1G) and bidirectional (Vehicle-2-Grid...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/06

ouble the 100 announced earlier in 2025, bringing it to more than 2,000 charging in the plan. IONNA's list of Plug & Charge-enabled OEMs is growing to five, with GM, Hyundai and Kia coming online this quarter. IONNA is a joint venture that includes BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota. (Stellantis release on May 1, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/03