ported that Mercedes-Benz is also considering withdrawing its least expensive cars from the U.S. market because tariffs will make their sales economically unfeasible. The Tuscaloosa plant produced 263,969 vehicles in 2024, including the GLE, GLS, GLE Coupe, Mercedes-Maybach GLS and electric EQS and EQE models, with a significant number of units for export markets. Previous reports in late 2023 had suggested Mercedes-Benz would replace the EQS wit...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

include Google Satellite View and Live Alternative Routes, enhancing navigation with high-resolution imagery and real-time EV route planning that incorporates charging stops. These features are available on electric and select second- and third generation MBUX-equipped vehicles, including the EQS, EQE, G-Class, and more. The update also expands access to ChatGPT integration for the MBUX Voice Assistant, now available to up to three million vehic...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/12

hese tariffs,” Burzer said at a company event in Stuttgart, Germany. “We have made some plans, but flexibility is absolutely key.” Burzer did not comment on which model may be moved to its plant in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The Alabama plant builds larger SUVs, like the GLE and GLS, as well as the EQE and EQS electric vehicles, which have been slow sellers. Approximately two-thirds of the Tuscaloosa plant’s output is exported to foreign market...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

ce 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 standard in recent E-Class, S-Class, EQS, EQS SUV, EQE, EQE SUV, and Maybach models with the parking package and reversing camera, while the 360° camera is optional. When driving at speeds below 35 km...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/28

Auto Guangzhou 2024: Mercedes-Benz to launch 3 models, exhibit 29 models On November 15, Mercedes-Benz announced that at the Auto Guangzhou 2024, it will launch 3 models and exhibit 29 models. The models to be launched are the G 580 Edition One battery electric SUV, the new EQE battery electric SUV, and the 2025 GLC coupe SUV. Positioned as a luxury hardcore battery electric off-road vehicle, the G 580 Edition One is priced at CNY 2.17 million a...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/27

tric platform at the Mercedes-AMG Technical Center in Germany. Test drives for the development vehicles are set for this winter. AMG is known for pioneering high-performance SUVs over 25 years ago with the ML 55 AMG, AMG's current lineup includes six SUV models, such as GLA, GLB, GLC, GLE, GLS, and EQE SUV with the G 63 as its flagship. This upcoming full-size electric SUV marks the sixth model AMG has fully developed, joining the GT, SL, and SLS...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/07

customer base looking for a greener option. Hyundai is also offering a US$7,500 cash incentive to match the federal tax credit until the model localises production at its under-construction Metaplant in Ellabell, Georgia. Loser: Mercedes-Benz EQ-family Mercedes-Benz has five EQ models on sale: EQB, EQE, EQE SUV, EQS, and EQS SUV. Sales of all five models were down considerably—by a combined 36% – in the first half of the year. The company has...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/12

CDMS 2024: Mercedes-Benz China launches AMG EQE 53 4Matic+ electric SUV On August 30, at the Chengdu Motor Show 2024 (CDMS 2024), Mercedes-Benz China launched the new AMG EQE 53 4Matic+ battery electric SUV, with a price of CNY 863,400. The AMG EQE 53 4Matic+ adopts digital headlights with projection function and transverse spiral 3D taillights. It measures 4,880mm long, 2,032mm wide, and 1,672mm high, with a wheelbase of 3,030mm. The AMG EQE 53 ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/05

Mercedes-Benz Oman unveils all-electric lineup On September 1, Mercedes Benz Oman announced that it will launch its all-electric range in showrooms starting September 1, 2024, marking a major step in sustainable mobility for the region. The lineup includes the EQA, EQB, EQE Sedan, EQE SUV, EQS Sedan, EQS SUV, and the new G 580 with EQ Technology, catering to various preferences from urban versatility to luxury and off-road capabilities. The vehic...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/02

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 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

s that due to a deviation in the software development process, continuous diagnostic requests from other control units might overload the memory capacity of the battery management system. The driver will not receive a warning due to the nature of the failure mechanism. Affected vehicles include the EQE 350 4MATIC, EQE 350+, EQE 500 4MATIC, EQS 450 4MATIC, EQS 450+, EQS 580 4MATIC, AMG EQE 53 4MATIC, AMG EQS 53 4MATIC, 2023-2025 EQE SUV 350 4MATIC...

News  Updated at: 2024/06/08

Mercedes-Benz Malaysia launches new variants of all-electric EQE (sedan/SUV) On May 23, 2024, Mercedes-Benz Malaysia announced 4 new variants of the all-electric Mercedes-Benz EQE, priced from MYR 379,888 - MYR 485,888. Deliveries will begin in June. The EQE sedan is available in 2 variants, namely the new EQE 350+ Electric Art Line and the updated EQE 350+ AMG Line, designed to cater to different facets of driving luxury and technology. Meanwhil...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/29

election expected by late Friday. The NLRB says it expects to have results from the vote at the Mercedes-Benz assembly plant and battery plant in nearby Woodstock, Alabama, on May 17.  The Tuscaloosa assembly plant produces the GLE, GLE coupé and GLS SUVs as well as the all-electric EQS SUV and EQE, with roughly 5,000 of the 6,100 workers there voting on whether to organize, while the Woodstock battery plant provides batteries for the plant...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/19

82 km more, and a redesigned radiator cover with chrome accents. With its larger battery capacity of 118 kWh, the EQS 450 4MATIC's range covers from 717 km to 799 km, an increase of over 11%. The EQS 450+ now exceeds 800 km mark, offering a range of 683 km to 822 km. The towing capacity for EQS and EQE sedans with 4MATIC increases from 750 to 1,700 kg, aligning them with SUV derivatives. EQS vehicles feature a new radiator grille design with a st...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/11

ection filing, the UAW filed federal labor charges against Mercedes-Benz for "illegal union busting" as well as in a German court for labor violations. The Mercedes-Benz plant produces the GLE, GLE coupé and GLS model series, including the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, as well as the all-electric EQS and EQE SUVs. (Detroit News article on April 5, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/08

option at home.  Available through Mercedes-Benz dealers, the Wallbox controls the charging process and delivers up to 11.5 kW on a 240V split-phase circuit, which makes charging about 8x faster than using a conventional household outlet. In the first quarter of 2024, customers who purchase a MY23 EQE or EQS (all variants) are eligible to receive a complimentary Wallbox Once the Mercedes-Benz Wallbox is connected to the internet, customers can u...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/06

policy? -  CEO Olla Källenius: The development of the BEV market share up to this point is: it’s coming from lower segments to the top. It’s partially due to policy making in China and the dynamics of the Chinese market, focusing on small and medium segments. Taking in consideration that the EQE and EQS are not in this range, we have a good relatively good market share since the market is not that big yet. The CLA will be launched next yea...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/26

Michelin supplies its tires for Mercedes AMG EQE SUV and Ferrari Purosangue SUV Michelin announced that, in Q1/2023, Mercedes-AMG has launched its first fully electric SUV, the Mercedes AMG EQE, fitted with Michelin’s Pilot Sport EV MO1 tires as original equipment (OE). The tire is specifically designed for electric-drive performance vehicles and is available in 21- or 22-inch sizes. It features low rolling resistance and superior grip on wet a...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/13

s with a high 95% score in Adult Protection and all-around performance in crash safety. The BMW 5 Series also achieved a five-star rating, standing right behind Volkswagen in its safety performance, although not quite as good in pelvic and femur protection in the frontal crash test. The Mercedes-EQ EQE received a five-star rating for overall performance, especially in safety assistance technology. The vehicle was let down by a lack of strength in...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/06