IAA Mobility 2025: Mercedes Benz to unveil all-new electric GLC and CLA family On July 29, Mercedes Benz announced that it will unveil the all-new electric GLC with EQ Technology at IAA MOBILITY 2025, Germany.  Visitors can explore advanced tech features such as ADAS, smart drive systems, and the Intelligent Cockpit with digital extras.  The brand will also debut the all-new CLA family, available in fully electric and hybrid versions, along wit...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/29

ed production model under its “Three-Year Leap Forward” action plan; the BJ40 ICEV (internal combustion engine vehicle) professional off-road SUV; the BJ30, a hybrid SUV in the CNY 100,000 range; the Stelato S9T, the first wagon of the HIMA (Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance) ecosystem; the CLA L long-wheelbase battery electric coupe, the first MMA (Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture)-based model; and the Elexio battery electric SUV devel...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/22

Mercedes-Benz enhances in-car productivity with Microsoft tools, starting with new CLA On July 16, Mercedes-Benz announced that it is increasing in-car productivity by adding Microsoft business tools to its vehicles. Starting with the all-new CLA, drivers can use the updated Meetings for Teams app, which now supports the use of the car’s built-in camera during calls, even while driving. The latest app allows drivers to be seen on video calls us...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Mercedes-Benz to launch CLA EV electric coupe in fall 2025 On July 15, Mercedes-Benz announced the fall 2025 launch of the CLA EV battery electric coupe on the Chinese market. Incorporating technology and sensibility into exterior design, the CLA EV offers five exterior color options and comes standard with a panoramic sunroof. It measures 4,763mm long, 1, 856mm wide, and 1, 469mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,830mm. The CLA EV is equipped with an ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/17

Mercedes Benz unveils all-new electric CLA Shooting Brake On July 15, Mercedes Benz revealed the all-new CLA Shooting Brake – the brand’s first electric estate model. It is available in two versions and will be launched with EQ technology in March 2026 in Europe. The model measures 4,723 mm x 1,855 mm x 1,469 mm (LxWxH), with a 2,790 mm wheelbase. The boot space ranges from 455 to 1,290 litres. Towing capacity is up to 1,500 kg (RWD) or 1,800...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/15

Mercedes Benz begins production of fast-charging batteries for CLA 250+ and battery recycling plans in Kamenz plant, Germany On July 9, Mercedes Benz announced that its subsidiary Accumotive has started series production of the latest drive batteries for the all-electric CLA in the Kamenz plant, Germany. Since this year, it has been supplying these batteries to the Rastatt plant, where the new CLA is built. Electric drive units and axles come fro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

2025. In Q2, commercial van sales dropped 11% YoY to 76,800 units, and the sales of private vans fell 4% YoY to 16,600 units. The eVan sales increased by 32% YoY to 6,900 units in Q2 and increased 42% YoY to 11,600 units in YTD 2025, with all regions showing growth compared to Q1 2025. The all-new CLA models debuted in Europe in the H1 2025, with more versions and markets coming this year. In September 2025, the new electric GLC will be revealed...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/08

Mercedes-Benz unveils “Final Edition” of CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe model On June 26, Mercedes-AMG unveiled the “Final Edition” of the CLA 45 S 4MATIC+ Coupe and Shooting Brake, offering enhanced exclusivity, performance, and design before production ends in late 2025. Both models are powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 421 hp and 500 Nm of torque. They accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds, reching a to...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/02

Cerence, US supports agentic voice assistant experience in next-generation of MBUX On June 26, Cerence Inc. announced that its core technologies are powering new agentic and generative AI features in the next-generation MBUX system, which will debut in the all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA. This marks the first rollout of MBUX’s fourth generation and Mercedes-Benz’s new MB.OS, expanding their long-term partnership. Cerence AI collaborated closel...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

Mercedes Benz launches electric drive unit production for new CLA at Untertürkheim plant On June 30, Mercedes Benz started producing electric drive units and axles for the new electric CLA at its Stuttgart-Untertürkheim plant. These parts are sent to the Rastatt plant, where the new CLA will be built. The Kuppenheim plant supplies body parts, while Kamenz plant provides the batteries. A new agreement also confirms Untertürkheim as a future pro...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/01

n program with front and rear aluminum bumpers, as well as steel pedestrian protection components. The BMW 1 Series and 2 Series programs are supported by Kirchhoff plants in Poland and China. These plants are responsible for producing the front end with a front light mount.  For the Mercedes-Benz CLA program, Kirchhoff is delivering rear floor assemblies from its plants in Esztergom, Hungary, and Attendorn and Saarwellingen, Germany. Additional...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/25

Mercedes Benz sets carbon reduction targets for new CLA, achieves 40% lower carbon footprint On June 6, Mercedes Benz announced that it has set clear carbon dioxide reduction targets for materials used in production for the new CLA, focusing on those with high emissions such as aluminum, steel, battery cells, and plastics. These steps help cut carbon emissions for the CLA 250+ by about 17% compared to standard production. Mercedes Benz CLA 250+ m...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/06

Mercedes Benz begins production of all-electric CLA at Rastatt plant, Germany On June 4, Mercedes Benz started production of the new all-electric CLA at its Rastatt plant. The factory now uses AI, a digital twin, and for the first time, the Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS) as part of its “Digital First” strategy. Parts for the CLA come from several German plants: Stuttgart-Untertürkheim plant supplies electric drive units and axles, Ku...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Mercedes-Benz all-new electric CLA available to order in Germany On April 30, Mercedes-Benz launched the all-new electric CLA, now available for order in Germany and select European markets. The CLA 250+ delivers 200 kW and the CLA 350 4MATIC provides 260 kW, with both models offering a range of up to 792 km (WLTP) and ultra-fast charging, adding 325 km in 10 minutes. Powered by an 800-volt architecture and an 85-kWh lithium-ion battery, both sup...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

n automakers: VW Group will exhibit three concept models, namely, the ID. Evo, a full-size SUV; the ID. Era, its first full-size range-extended electric SUV; and the ID. Aura, the first CMP (Compact Main Platform)-based concept battery electric model. Mercedes-Benz will make the global debut of the CLA L long-wheelbase battery electric sedan. Cadillac will exhibit four battery electric models such as the Lyriq-V high-performance luxury SUV. Japan...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/24

Auto Shanghai 2025: Mercedes Benz showcases China-focused innovations with CLA Long wheelbase On April 23, Mercedes Benz showcased the world premiere of the CLA Long Wheelbase.  Mercedes Benz CLA Long Wheelbase is developed specifically for China, offering more space, comfort, style, intelligence, and efficiency. It is the first model built on the new Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) and runs on the new in-house MB.OS software, making it...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/23

Mercedes Benz advances sustainability at Rastatt plant with new CLA production On March 28, Mercedes Benz announced that its Rastatt plant in Germany, producing the new CLA, runs entirely on green electricity and is highly energy-efficient. CLA production there uses 15% less energy than its predecessor. The company is also working to cut carbon dioxide from logistics by 60% by 2039 and eliminate fossil fuels in transport. In 2024, emissions dropp...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/31

Zanini supplies heated and illuminated radomes for new Mercedes-Benz CLA 2025-2026 Zanini Auto Grup, S.A. (Zanini) has supplied its heated and illuminated radomes for the new Mercedes-Benz CLA 2025-2026, which was unveiled in Rome on March 13, 2025. The vehicle was already presented with the European ECE certification. This project also received support from “Acció”, a program of the Catalan Government’s public agency for Trade and Investm...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/31

Mercedes-Benz debuts 2026 CLA luxury electric sedan Mercedes-Benz unveiled the third-generation 2026 CLA luxury compact sedan at an event in Rome. The CLA is an entry-level electric model utilizing Mercedes-Benz’s MMA platform and will initially launch as a battery-electric model, with hybrid versions to follow. The new CLA has the sloped roof and coupe shape of its predecessor but is slightly larger to accommodate the underfloor battery. CLA...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/15

and ICE for that year? Also, considering the market challenges for BEVs in the top-end segment (such as residual values and consumer expectations for ICE engines), how aggressive is your growth projection for EVs?  -(Källenius CEO): Major refreshes are coming for key ICE models, including the S-Class, Maybach, and GLS in 2026, ensuring continued strength in the ICE segment. AMG is expanding its ICE portfolio, which will include a next-generat...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/25