Mercedes-Benz scales back electric ambitions as EV pessimism grows
Even Europe won't be ready for EV-only sales in 2030, says M-B CEO Ola Kaellenius. Enlarge / Mercedes-Benz's next EV will be the CLA, which makes use of the very efficient powertrain tech we tested in the Vision EQXX concept. (c.....»»
Mercedes walks back EV sales target on waning demand
Variable cost parity between EVs and traditional cars "is many years away," Mercedes CEO Ola Kallenius said, as the automaker scaled back its target......»»
Mercedes CEO Ola Kallenius faces 5 big challenges in 2024
China's price war, a faltering focus on high-end models and high development costs are among challenges Mercedes CEO Ola Kallenius faces in 2024......»»
View from Washington: Mercedes-Benz unit takes on U.S. charging deficit
Andrew Cornelia, CEO of Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging North America, says more EV chargers are needed to support the vehicles on the road......»»
Mercedes-Benz pivots focus to lower-priced models to drive U.S. sales in 2024
Mercedes-Benz to veer from high-end models and EVs in hopes of topping 300,000 in U.S. sales this year......»»
Mercedes-Benz pivots focus to lower-priced models to drive sales in 2024
Mercedes-Benz to veer from high-end models and EVs in hopes of topping 300,000 in U.S. sales this year......»»
Mercedes-Benz says CLE Coupe will be largest in the segment
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz CLE Coupe starts at $57,650 including shipping and arrives in dealerships in March......»»
The new electric eSprinter outperforms, undercuts Rivian’s cargo van
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter might be this year's ultimate small business accessory. Enlarge / Mercedes-Benz has electrified its Sprinter van and given it more range than Ford's E-Transit or the Rivian Delivery Van. (credit:.....»»
Mercedes’ electric eSprinter isn’t just greener, it’s better
Mercedes' latest cargo van proves that electrification isn't just for cars......»»
The new electric eSprinter out-performs, undercuts Rivian’s cargo van
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter might be this year's ultimate small business accessory. Enlarge / Mercedes-Benz has electrified its Sprinter van and given it more range than Ford's E-Transit or the Rivian Delivery Van. (credit:.....»»
Tesla EV share falls in booming California market as rivals make gains
The California New Car Dealers Association said Tesla's 2023 share of the electric market fell to 60.5 percent from 71 percent a year earlier. Mercedes-Benz and BMW showed the biggest share gains......»»
Brooklyn Mercedes-Benz dealership sues former technician, alleges warranty repair scheme
A Brooklyn, N.Y., dealership is suing a former technician, accusing him of fraud, computer fraud, breach of fiduciary duty and breach of contract stemming from an alleged scheme to misrepresent vehicles as eligible for warranty repairs......»»
Smaller EV brands outperform big players in November registrations
New Tesla registrations grew just 8.6 percent in November, the most recent data available, and Chevrolet moved into the red. Meanwhile, Rivian, Mercedes and Kia doubled their numbers vs. 2022......»»
LaFontaine Automotive acquires 1st Mercedes-Benz dealership in Orin B. Hayes group acquisition
LaFontaine Automotive added its first Mercedes-Benz dealership to its portfolio in an acquisition on the west side of Michigan......»»
What happens when you trigger a car’s automated emergency stopping?
Experiencing the sequence of events in a car programmed for automated emergency stopping. Enlarge (credit: Mercedes-Benz) Most car accidents begin and end in a few seconds. That's plenty of time to get in a tiny micro-.....»»
Dealership lawsuit over tampered Lamborghini odometer tossed by U.S. judge in Fla.
A U.S. district judge in Florida dismissed a Mercedes-Benz dealership's odometer misrepresentation suit against the North Carolina store that sold it a used 2019 Lamborghini Aventador......»»
UAW says Mercedes plant in Alabama reaches key organizing milestone
The union said it signed up more than 1,500 workers at the Mercedes site. If the UAW signs up 50% of workers at a plant, it will hold a rally......»»
Turquoise taillights tell you this Mercedes is driving autonomously
California and Nevada have approved a test of the new light color. Enlarge / Mercedes-Benz receives approvals for turquoise-colored automated driving marker lights in California and Nevada (credit: Mercedes-Benz) Authori.....»»
Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV vs. BMW i7: Ultra-luxury, head-to-head
The BMW i7 is a pretty serious luxury EV, with features that you won't find anywhere else. But how does it compare with the Mercedes EQE SUV?.....»»
Fla. service customer lawsuit alleges shoddy repairs, tow damage
A service customer sued a Florida Mercedes-Benz dealership alleging his car was not properly repaired despite multiple efforts and was damaged after being towed to the store under the manufacturer's roadside assistance program. Reginald Powell filed.....»»