Mercedes-Benz investing in U.S. assembly of mid-range model On May 1, Mercedes-Benz announced plans to build another model at its U.S. plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama in response to U.S. import tariffs. In a statement, the company said that it will shift assembly of a mid-range “Core” segment vehicle, tailored to U.S. customers, to its Alabama factory by 2027. The "Core" segment includes large-volume models, such as the E-Class and the GLC compa...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

Mercedes Benz reports 2025 Q1 results, withdraws outlook due to US tariff impact On April 30, Mercedes Benz Group announced 2025 Q1 financial results. For Q1, the Mercedes Benz Group posted revenue of EUR 33.2 billion (down 7.4% YoY), EBIT of EUR 2.3 billion (down 40.7%), and net profit of EUR 1.7 billion (down 42.8%). Mercedes Benz Cars sales decreased 3.6% YoY to 446,300 units in Q1, 2025, due to strong demand for the E-Class, GLC, AMG, and G-...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/30

Mercedes-Benz India retailed 18,928 units in FY 2024-25 On April 10, Mercedes-Benz India announced that it retailed a total of 18,928 vehicles in FY 2024–25 ending March, marking a 4% year-on-year growth. During the January–March 2025 quarter (Q1 FY25), it sold 4,775 units, a decline of 11.8% compared to Q1 2024, largely due to a 28% drop in the entry luxury segment. The Top-End Luxury Segment—which includes models like the S-Class, Mercede...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

Mercedes Benz to builds next-gen eco-friendly paint shop at Sindelfingen plant On April 3, Mercedes Benz announced that it is investing a high triple-digit-million euros in a new "Next Generation Paintshop" at its Sindelfingen plant. The project is a part of a strategic partnership with Dürr Systems, Germany and aligns with the company’s long-term green strategy. The new paint shop, set to open in spring 2028, will operate without fossil fuels...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

Mercedes-Benz improves automated parking system with PARKTRONIC On November 27, Mercedes-Benz announced it has improved the Active Parking Assist with PARKTRONIC. The system parks at 4 km/h, twice as fast as before, and allows the process to begin by pressing a digital button on the screen, with a status bar showing progress. For vehicles equipped with a 360° camera, drivers can select various views during parking. These improvements are standar...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/28

HORSE partners with CEiiA to launch next-gen in-house transmission technology for microcars by 2025 On October 29, HORSE announced that it has collaborated with Portugal’s Centre of Engineering and Product Development (CEiiA) to develop a new in-house-designed transmission called the ‘reducer’ for light vehicles, targeting the fast-growing urban mobility market toward 2030. Initial prototypes from HORSE’s Aveiro plant will be installed in...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/30

Mercedes-Benz, India launches all-new long wheelbase E-Class On October 9, Mercedes-Benz launched the all-new Long Wheelbase (LWB) E-Class, priced at INR 7.85 million for the E 200, INR 8.15 million for the E 220d, and INR 9.25 million for the E 450 4MATIC. Deliveries for the E 200 begin this week, with the E 220d available by the last week of October 2024 and the E 450 4MATIC following in November 2024. The E 200 has a 1,999cc engine producing 1...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/09

Mercedes-Benz, India commences local production of sixth-gen LWB E-Class in Pune On October 3, Mercedes-Benz began local production of the all-new Long Wheelbase (LWB) E-Class at its manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune. The sixth-generation LWB E-Class will make its India debut on October 9, 2024. This milestone highlights the continuous transfer of production expertise between Mercedes-Benz’s ‘E-Class production competence center’ in Si...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/03

Mercedes-Benz committed to investing in Thailand’s EV market; 2 new EV models launched Reported on August 27, 2024, Mercedes-Benz has recently launched 2 new electric car models in Thailand, namely the EQE 300 and the EQS 450 4MATIC SUV AMG Dynamic. Deliveries are planned to start between October and November 2024. The company said Thailand is still considered a potential EV market in the region thanks to the government's support of the EV indu...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/28

Mercedes-Benz cuts production in Factory 56 at Sindelfingen plant amid slowing S-Class demand On August 1, multiple sources reported that Mercedes Benz is reducing production at its Sindelfingen plant due to decreased demand for S-Class luxury sedans. In Q4 2024, Factory 56 will operate in one shift instead of two. This follows the cancellation of the night shift last year, as sales of luxury sedans continued to decline in early 2024. Other parts...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/19

Mercedes-Benz reports 2024 Q2, H1 results On July 26, Mercedes-Benz Group announced its financial results for Q2 2024 and H1 2024. For Q2, the Mercedes-Benz Group reported revenue of EUR 36.7 billion (down 3.9% YOY), EBIT of EUR 4.0 billion (down 19.1% YOY) and net profit of EUR 3.0 billion (down 15.9% YOY). For H1, the Group posted revenue of EUR 72.6 billion (down 4.1% YoY), EBIT of EUR 7.9 billion (down 24.7%) and net profit of EUR 6.0 billion...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/30

Mercedes Benz Group reports 16% decline in BEV Sales in H1 2024 On July 10, Mercedes Benz Group announced that during the first half of 2024, it reported total BEV sales of 101,600 units, a decrease of 16% YoY as the brand BEV segment sales reached 93,400 units, down 17% YoY. Despite slower EV adoption in key markets, the company prioritized healthy growth amid heavy discounting. Sales of eVans reached 8,200 units in H1 2024, a decrease of 5% as ...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/11

Euro NCAP announces safety results of Suzuki, VW, Renault, and BMW Groups cars On July 10, Euro NCAP announced the release of safety ratings for several new cars entering the European market i.e, Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift received 3 stars, while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Volkswagen Passat, Škoda Superb, Škoda Kodiaq, BMW X2, Renault Espace, and Renault Rafale achieved the top 5-star rating. Dacia Duster and Suzuki Swift are equipped with m...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/11

Mercedes-Benz India retailed 9,262 units in H1 FY 2024 On July 8, Mercedes-Benz India announced that it retailed 9,262 units in the January-June 2024 period, registering a 9% yoy growth, making its highest-ever H1 sales in its history. The sales were driven by new and existing products, availability of volume models, and an elevated customer experience delivered at retail level. There was sustained demand for vehicles across entry, core, and Top-...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/08

Mercedes Benz rolls out Automatic Lane Change for enhanced automated driving across Europe On June 19, Mercedes Benz introduced the Automatic Lane Change (ALC) function for partially automated driving across 33 European countries. Available in the Driving Assistance Plus Package, ALC can now be equipped on 15 models, including the C-Class, E-Class, S-Class, GLC, CLE, EQE, EQS, EQS SUV, and EQE SUV, either directly from the factory or via an over-...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/19

Mercedes-Benz Thailand inks 10-year contract extension with Thonburi Plant; eyes EV market Reported on June 8, 2024, Mercedes-Benz Thailand has recently inked a 10-year contract extension with Thonburi Automotive Assembly Plant Ltd., its long-term partner in car assembly and battery production. At the assembly plant in Samut Prakan province, over 13 models of Mercedes-Benz cars have been locally produced, including A-Class, C-Class, E-Class and ...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/10

Auto China 2024: Mercedes Benz expands China R&D center and unveils new models On April 25, Mercedes Benz announced that it is strengthening its commitment to the Chinese market with new models and enhanced technological capabilities at Auto China 2024 event. The company is opening a new Research & Development Center in Shanghai focused on digital innovation, joining the two existing centers in Beijing to accelerate connectivity, digitalization, ...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/25

Continental supplies products and components for new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Continental AG (Continental) supplies several products and components for the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The Company provides a smart device-based access solution (CoSmA) that turns mobile devices such as smartphones or smartwatches into car keys through the ultra-wideband (UWB) technology. Digital car keys can open and start the vehicle automatically (hands-free). It also...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/24

Mercedes-Benz India sales grew by 15% in January- March 2024, to launch 9 new vehicles in 2024 On April 11, Mercedes-Benz India announced that it sold 5,412 vehicles during the January- March 2024 period, and recorded a 15% yoy sales growth (Q1 2023: 4,697 units). It also attained its highest fiscal sales in India, with 18,123 units sold in FY 2023-24 (FY 2022-23: 16, 497 units; +10% yoy). Its A-Class sedan and GLA SUV contributed to 15% of sales...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/11

Mercedes-Benz Group reports 9% decrease in BEV segment in Q1, 2024 On April 10, Mercedes-Benz Group announced that it has delivered 50,500 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) worldwide, marking a drop of 9% YoY in Q1, 2024. Plug-in hybrid vehicle demand increased by 6% YoY and BEV sales for Mercedes-Benz brand cars totaled 47,500 units, which is a decrease of 8% YoY due to the end of the smart fortwo's lifecycle (-30%). Overall, Mercedes-Benz Group ...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/10