Mercedes-Benz
Napoleonic Wars to WWII: Mercedes Logo Supplier’s Journey Ends in Bankruptcy
December 30, 2024 – Gerhardi Kunststofftechnik GmbH, a German plastics technology company that survived Napoleon’s invasion, the Great Depression, and two World Wars, has succumbed to the current downturn in the European automotive industry. Established in 1796, Gerhardi Kunststofftechnik initially began manufacturing metal products. Its mastery of injection molding and hot stamping led it to…
Mercedes-Benz Raises the Bar: L3 Autonomous Driving Approved for 95km/h in Germany
December 18, 2024 – Mercedes-Benz has recently announced that its DRIVE PILOT autonomous driving system, capable of operating at speeds up to 95km/h, has been officially approved by the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA), the German federal automotive transport authority. The automaker revealed that this updated version of DRIVE PILOT, designed for speeds of up to 95km/h, is…
Mercedes-Benz Aims to Slash Costs by Billions Each Year
November 24, 2024 – According to a report by Handelsblatt on Thursday, a spokesperson for Mercedes-Benz has announced plans to cut costs by billions of euros annually in the coming years. The spokesperson, as reported, did not elaborate on the specific measures to be taken for cost reduction and remained silent on the possibility of…
Korean Government Steps Up EV Battery Certification after Seoul Blaze
August 26, 2024 – Following a series of electric vehicle (EV) fires, the South Korean government and the ruling party have agreed to expedite the battery certification program, aiming to alleviate public concerns over safety, according to a report by Reuters. The government spokesperson stated that the battery certification scheme, originally scheduled to commence later,…
Mercedes-Benz EV Fire in Korea Sparks Outrage Over Insufficient Compensation
August 20, 2024 – Earlier this month, a Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle caught fire in an underground parking lot of an apartment complex in Incheon, South Korea, damaging over 100 vehicles and causing minor injuries to some residents. The blaze, which burned for several hours before being extinguished, sparked widespread concern among the public regarding the…
Mercedes-Benz Ushers in a New Era of Autonomous Driving in California and Nevada
April 21, 2024 – Consumers in California and Nevada have ushered in a new era of autonomous driving, as Mercedes-Benz becomes the first automaker to offer Level 3 self-driving cars to the general public in the United States. Dubbed “Drive Pilot,” this technology permits drivers, under certain conditions, to shift their focus away from the…
Mercedes-Benz and BMW Joint Venture Lands in Beijing Chaoyang to Boost EV Charging Infrastructure
March 05, 2024 – Beijing Chaoyang District welcomes the official establishment of Beijing Yi’anqi New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and BMW with a 50:50 equity ratio. This significant development marks a new chapter in the collaborative efforts of these two automotive giants in the Chinese market. On November 30, 2023,…
New Mercedes-Benz GLC Model Launches with Debut Off-Road Mode, Starting at 42.78 Million Yuan
**September 20, 2023 -** Mercedes-Benz has officially launched its all-new GLC lineup, introducing a total of 8 models with prices ranging from $42,780 to $53,130, as per the official Mercedes-Benz website. According to the automaker, the new GLC models boast a distinctive “Starry Night” front grille, flanked by “Sunrise Horizon” digital headlights with a resolution…
Mercedes-Benz Upgrading EQE and EQS Electric Models to 800V High-Voltage Charging
**August 22, 2023 – Transforming Electric Mobility: Mercedes-Benz’s Cutting-Edge EVA2M Platform Upgrade** In an era where innovation continues to reshape the automotive landscape, Mercedes-Benz is taking a bold step forward with its visionary electric vehicle (EV) technology. Recent reports from German automotive media outlet JESMB unveil an ambitious plan by Mercedes-Benz to revolutionize their electric…
Driving Dynamics Redefined: Introducing the Mercedes-AMG GLC and GLC Coupe AMG Variants
July 18, 2023 – Following the highly anticipated debut of the all-new Mercedes GLC and GLC Coupe, the renowned German automaker unveiled today the AMG versions of these two SUVs. With fresh designs, enhanced interiors, and upgraded mild hybrid power systems, these new vehicles aim to deliver an exhilarating driving experience. Expected to hit the…
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