t was reported 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...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/02

ding 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, Mercedes-Maybach, EQS SUV, AMG range, and the G 580 with EQ Technology—grew by 34% in FY24 -25 and 6% in Q1 FY25. More than one in four vehicles sold during the fisca...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/14

rades 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 ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/12

iffs,” 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 markets. Merce...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

rmany 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 and rely on green electricity. It is being built on the site of the former Assembly Hall 36, close to Factory 56 (where the S-Class, Maybach S-Class, and EQS are made) and Hall 46 (home to the E-Class and GLC). Using digital twin technology and AI, the facility will speed up construction and ramp-up tim...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/04

technologies, and the Mercedes-Benz Center of Competence for Battery Systems designed and developed the innovative system, leveraging F1 technology for high-performance automotive applications. After intensive testing on various test benches, the prototype solid-state battery was integrated into an EQS at the end of 2024. The first laboratory vehicle tests were already conducted in Stuttgart at the end of 2024 to prepare for the road tests that s...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/25

Mercedes-Benz India launches G 580 and locally manufactured EQS SUV 450 BEVs On January 9, Mercedes-Benz India launched two new battery electric vehicles (BEVs): the G 580 with EQ Technology and the locally produced EQS SUV 450, priced at INR 30 million and INR 12.8 million respectively. The G 580 with EQ Technology has a two-speed electric motor delivering 432 kW power and 1,164 Nm torque. It features a 116-kWh lithium-ion battery offering a WLT...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/13

2024 period, reflecting a 12.4% yoy growth. The sales in H2 2024 (July-December) saw a 16% increase. The brand’s battery electric vehicle (BEV) portfolio grew by 94% yoy and contributed to over 6% of total sales. The introduction of four new BEVs, including the EQA 250+, EQB SUV, locally produced EQS SUV 580, and Mercedes-Maybach EQS SUV drove 110% growth in BEV sales during Q4 2024 alone. Top-End Vehicles (TEV) sales also surged by 30% in 2024...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/13

India debut on January 9 at the brand’s fourth annual press conference in Pune. The company will also unveil the Concept CLA Class, designed on the upcoming Mercedes-Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) platform. The Bharat Mobility 2025 lineup will also feature the India debut of the Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 Night Series and the long-wheelbase E 450 4MATIC AMG Line sedan. The showcase includes the AMG SL 55 4MATIC+ roadster and the Mercedes-AMG S 6...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/26

and enables seamless integration across domains. It supports all SDV functions with over-the-air updates, ensuring vehicles remain cutting-edge post-production, and offers scalability to expand compute power as needed throughout the vehicle’s lifetime.•    Valeo will showcase a Mercedes-Benz EQS with Drive Pilote, equipped with Valeo LiDAR SCALA 2. This car can drive up to 95 kph in Germany, making it the fastest L3 system on the market. V...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/20

Mercedes Benz updates Drive Pilot, approved for 95 km/h with SAE-Level 3 system in Germany On December 17, Mercedes Benz updated its DRIVE PILOT system for conditionally automated driving, making it the fastest certified SAE-Level 3 system in a standard production vehicle. This system will be available as an option on the S-Class and EQS luxury saloons. Approved by the German Federal Motor Transport Authority, it will be released in early 2025 in...

News  Updated at: 2024/12/17

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 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 spee...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/28

experienced an 84% yoy growth, achieving close to 6% YTD 2024 sales, with a record 140% growth in BEV sales during Q3 2024. The company's Top-End Vehicle (TEV) segment grew by 18% YTD 2024, driven by demand for models like the Mercedes-Maybach S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach GLS SUV, and Mercedes-Maybach EQS 580 SUV, which saw 125% growth. Additionally, the S-Class and Mercedes-Maybach S-Class achieved their highest-ever sales in the company’s histor...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/09

Mercedes-Benz, India launches locally manufactured EQS 580 SUV BEV On September 16, Mercedes-Benz launched the EQS SUV 580 4MATIC BEV at an introductory price of INR 14.1 million and announced the start of local production from its Chakan, Pune plant. The vehicle is powered by a permanently excited synchronous motor (PSM) with a battery capacity of 122 kWh, delivering a peak output of 400 kW and 858 Nm of torque. The EQS SUV has a top speed of 21...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/16

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 now revised i...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/12

Mercedes-Benz, India launches electric Maybach EQS 680 SUV On September 5, Mercedes-Benz launched the first-ever all-electric Mercedes-Maybach EQS 680 SUV in India for a starting price of INR 22.5 million. It has a rated output of 484 kW, a rated torque of 950 nm, and a WLTP range of up to 611 km. It can accelerate from 0-100 in 4.4 sec and has a top speed of 210 km/hr. It can be charged from 10-80% at fast charging stations in 31 mins (200 kWh) ...

News  Updated at: 2024/09/06

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

ift 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 of the Sindelfingen plant, including production of the E-Class and GLC models, are unaffected. Factory 56, built specifically for the S-Class and EQS, features the "Fullflex Marriage" system, allowing the production of combustion models, plug-in hybrids, and fully electric vehicles on the same l...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/19

lly optimized wheels that balance efficiency with aesthetics. This is achieved through high-gloss turning technology, combining silver spokes, black surfaces, and weight-optimized plastic inserts that are now available across the Mercedes-Benz electric range. An example is the 20-inch wheel for the EQS SUV, featuring a star-shaped aerodynamic cover that complements its optimized SUV tires, blending function and design. In the VISION EQXX concept ...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/13