Mercedes-Benz proposes tariffs to be waived on car-for-car basis Mercedes-Benz is looking to help the U.S. and EU work out a deal that would avoid it paying tariffs on most of its popular cars and SUVs like the GLC-Class. A proposal where tariffs and duties are waived on a car-for-car basis, instead of hefty fees on both vehicles, could help the automaker (and the industry) hammer out a new deal in an increasingly stressful environment. While Mer...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/10

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 announces major OTA software update On April 11, Mercedes-Benz announced a major over-the-air (OTA) software update, MBUX 2.6, bringing new features to over two million vehicles globally. Key upgrades 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- ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/12

Mercedes-Benz considers adding model to Tuscaloosa plant to avoid tariffs On April 3, Jörg Burzer, head of production at Mercedes-Benz Group, said this week that the Mercedes Benz Group is considering shifting the production of another model to the U.S. in response to President Donald Trump’s 25% auto tariffs. “We’re still assessing the impacts of these tariffs,” Burzer said at a company event in Stuttgart, Germany. “We have made some ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/05

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

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

Mercedes-AMG develops first in-house electric SUV on AMG.EA high-performance platform On November 7, Mercedes-Benz announced that Mercedes-AMG is developing its first entirely in-house SUV, built on the new AMG.EA high-performance electric 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...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/07

a direct competitor to the Mach-E Rally, as it targets the enthusiast 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...

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

Mercedes-Benz recalls EVs in U.S. due to software causing battery shutdown On May 28, U.S. National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that Mercedes-Benz USA is recalling 14,912 of its 2023-2025 electric vehicles because the battery management system software may cause the high-voltage battery to shut down, which can result in a sudden loss of drive power. NHTSA says that due to a deviation in the software development ...

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

Mercedes-Benz Tuscaloosa workers to vote on UAW from May 13-17 On April 17, the U.S. National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced that workers at Mercedes-Benz Group's assembly and battery plants around Tuscaloosa, Alabama, will vote whether to join the United Auto Workers (AW) from May 13-17. The election will be the UAW’s second at a foreign-owned assembly plant following the launch of its USD 40 million organizing campaign following recor...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/19

Mercedes Benz unveils EQS electric sedans for 2024 with extended range On April 10, Mercedes Benz unveiled the latest generation of EQS electric sedan which comes with increased range, up to 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...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/11

Mercedes-Benz workers in Alabama file for election to join UAW, look to early May On April 5, the United Auto Workers (UAW) announced that workers at the Mercedes-Benz factory in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, have filed a petition with the National Labor Relations Board (NRLB) for a vote to join the UAW. Motivated by possibility of better pay and safer conditions, workers at the plant are hoping to vote in a union election by early May.  The announcement...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/08

Mercedes-Benz launches new Wallbox in U.S. for connected charging at home On March 5, Mercedes-Benz USA announced that the new Mercedes-Benz Wallbox is available across the U.S., providing BEV or PHEV customers with another connected charging 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 ...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/06

Mercedes-Benz Group Financial Results 2023 and Q&A: slow down electrification plan On February 22, at 09:00 am CET, Mercedes-Benz Group started the Annual Results conference. The event was broadcast from Mercedes-Benz’s Global Training Center in Stuttgart. Olla Källenius (Chairman of the  Board Management) and Harald Wilhem (Finance & Controlling / Mercedes-Benz Mobility) conducted the presentation and answered the questions posed by the Ana...

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