Mercedes-Benz
Coverage of Mercedes-Benz in the Nexus archive.
- Drivers of Mercedes AMG cars file a class action lawsuit, claiming the front-seat logo gets so hot that it literally brands them and causes burns
Two drivers filed a class action lawsuit against Mercedes AMG, claiming that the raised metallic logo on the driver’s seat becomes so hot that it causes burns and branding. The plaintiffs allege the design defect increases the risk of contact with occupants' backs or shoulders. They are seeking compensation for medical expenses, pain, suffering, and removal costs for other owners.
- Mercedes-Benz opens new studio space in Beverly Hills, shows off high-end Maybach models
Mercedes-Benz opened a new studio in Beverly Hills, showcasing the updated Mercedes-Maybach GLS. The event marked the debut of the Mercedes-Benz Studio Los Angeles.
- Mercedes-Benz is recalling more than 310,000 U.S. vehicles over a door lock defect that can cause rollaways
Mercedes-Benz is recalling over 310,000 U.S. vehicles due to a door lock defect that can cause rollaways. The defect involves a corroded micro-switch in the driver's door lock, which prevents the automatic park brake from engaging, according to NHTSA.
- Chinese-connected ‘surveillance packages on wheels’ facing Senate ban
Mercedes-Benz faces a potential ban on selling connected vehicles in the US under legislation targeting automakers with significant ownership ties to China. The Senate Commerce Committee advanced a measure that would bar the sale of such vehicles by companies with more than 15% ownership by Chinese entities.
- Bengaluru is part of Mercedes-Benz’s 140-year global anniversary tour
Mercedes-Benz is celebrating its 140-year global anniversary tour, which includes Bengaluru among 140 locations across 23 countries and five continents. The brand held celebrations at its Bengaluru campuses as part of the transcontinental tour.
- Mercedes-Benz cuts annual forecast amid China slump
Mercedes-Benz has cut its annual forecast due to a slump in China's market. The German carmaker joins Volkswagen and BMW in warning about a more challenging Chinese market.
- Speeding driver crashes into Sunrise home, narrowly missing woman inside bedroom, neighbors say
A speeding driver crashed a Mercedes-Benz into a Sunrise home on Northwest 12th Street, narrowly missing a woman inside and causing significant damage. Neighbors reported previous crashes at the location and called for traffic-calming measures, but investigators have not yet determined the cause or charged the driver.
- Senate panel advances China auto bill that could bar Mercedes-Benz from U.S.
A Senate panel has advanced a bill that could prohibit Mercedes-Benz from operating in the U.S., citing its largest individual shareholder as Chinese state-owned BAIC. Senator Cruz warned the bill might harm Mercedes-Benz and accused General Motors of supporting it.
- Senate panel approved a bill that could ban Mercedes-Benz alongside Chinese automakers
The Senate panel approved the Connected Vehicle Security Act, which could ban Mercedes-Benz alongside Chinese automakers. The bill sets a 15% foreign-ownership threshold, and Mercedes-Benz has nearly 20% Chinese investment.
- Foreign carmakers lose more traction in China as luxury stronghold erodes
International luxury car brands such as Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover are losing market share in China to domestic electric vehicle manufacturers. Analysts suggest this trend will make it harder for foreign automakers to maintain profitability in the world's largest automotive market.
- Foreign carmakers lose more traction in China as luxury stronghold erodes
International luxury car brands like Mercedes-Benz and Land Rover are losing market share in China to domestic electric vehicle manufacturers, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association. Analysts note rising competition from Chinese EV powerhouses is eroding profitability for foreign automakers.
- German carmakers are suffering some of their worst declines ever in China as Q2 sales plunge 30%-41%
German carmakers including Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Porsche experienced 30%-41% declines in China sales during Q2 2023 due to weakened domestic demand and intensified competition from Chinese automakers like BYD. Falling sales in China have reduced their overall profits and highlighted challenges from economic slowdowns and fierce price wars in the region.
- Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up
Major German carmakers, including Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Porsche, experienced steep quarterly sales declines in China, with drops ranging from 30% to 41% compared to the same period last year. The declines were attributed to weakened domestic demand, intensified competition from Chinese automakers like BYD, and a challenging economic environment in China.
- Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up
Major German carmakers like Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Porsche experienced steep sales declines in China during the April-June quarter, with drops ranging from 30% to 41% year-on-year. The declines are attributed to weakened domestic demand, intensified competition from Chinese automakers like BYD, and China's economic slowdown. Falling sales have squeezed profits and offset gains in other regions.
- Major German carmakers hit by steep China sales plunge as competition heats up
Major German carmakers including Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Porsche experienced steep quarterly sales declines in China, with drops ranging from 30% to 41% compared to the same period last year. The declines were driven by weakened domestic demand, intense competition from Chinese automakers like BYD, and a broader economic slowdown in China.
- Major carmakers handed dieselgate victory in UK
The UK High Court ruled in favor of five major carmakers accused of using devices to cheat clean-air laws in diesel cars, rejecting most allegations but leaving a second trial for damages. The court found some specific strategies, like a coolant device in Mercedes cars, noncompliant. Over 1.6 million UK motorists initially filed claims against 14 carmakers.
- Mercedes-Benz sales slumped in China even as electric vehicle deliveries surged
Mercedes-Benz sales in China dropped 30% during the April-June period, while global battery-electric vehicle deliveries increased by 50%.
- Germany news: Workers protest Mercedes-Benz cost-cutting
Thousands of Mercedes-Benz workers in Germany are protesting the company's cost-cutting measures. Firefighters in Frankfurt rescued two window cleaners from a faulty platform.
- Fast lane to luxury: Hong Kong developer lures upmarket homebuyers with Mercedes giveaways
A Hong Kong developer, K&K Property, is offering Mercedes-Benz cars to attract buyers of its luxury One Stanley project in the Southern district. The promotion coincides with the 29th anniversary of Hong Kong’s handover and targets wealthy local and overseas buyers seeking privacy, exclusivity, and sea views.
- Fast lane to luxury: Hong Kong developer lures upmarket homebuyers with Mercedes giveaways
A Hong Kong developer, K&K Property, is offering Mercedes-Benz cars to attract buyers of its luxury One Stanley property in the Southern district. The promotion, launched with Zung Fu Limited, targets wealthy local and overseas buyers seeking privacy, exclusivity, and sea views, coinciding with Hong Kong’s 29th anniversary of the handover.
- China’s EV brands have Europe’s luxury marques in their sights: Zeekr executive
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brands aim to compete with European luxury marques by leveraging disruptive technologies, according to Zeekr. The company's vice-president, Mars Chen, highlighted a gap in electric luxury car supply and predicted one to two Chinese brands will join the global top five luxury vehicles.
- China’s EV brands have Europe’s luxury marques in their sights: Zeekr executive
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) brands aim to compete with European luxury marques like Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Audi by leveraging disruptive technologies, according to Zeekr vice-president Mars Chen. He noted a gap in electric luxury car supply and predicted one to two Chinese brands could enter the global top five luxury vehicles.
- 2028 Mercedes-Benz VLE first drive: Your 8K living room on wheels has arrived
The 2028 Mercedes-Benz VLE electric 'Grand Limousine' features 416 horsepower, a 31-inch 8K screen, and Dolby Atmos, aiming to revolutionize the minivan market with its high-tech amenities.
- ‘Grappler’ technique helps Hollywood police nab alleged car thief wanted on multiple warrants
A Hollywood police officer used a 'grappler' device to arrest Reuel Claude Sculley, 28, for driving a stolen Mercedes-Benz. Sculley, wanted on multiple warrants in Broward and Miami-Dade counties, was taken into custody on charges including grand theft and driving with a suspended license.
- Here are the quietest vehicles on the market
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has an interior score of 9.9, and the Ram 1500's cabin rivals luxury SUVs in quietness. The article highlights the quietest vehicles available on the market.
- At least 1 dead after car slams into front of Manhattan Beach laundromat
At least one person is dead after a Mercedes-Benz SUV collided with a Manhattan Beach laundromat on Tuesday night. The incident occurred at a laundromat location in Manhattan Beach.
- Alleged luxury car race crash that killed 5 renews Malaysia’s road safety concerns
Two siblings allegedly racing luxury cars in Malaysia caused a multivehicle crash in Johor state, killing five people, including four family members. A 19-year-old Mercedes-Benz driver, identified as a Singapore university student, was arrested by police after the accident on a highway linking Kluang to Simpang Renggam.
- The hidden cost of owning an EV: Expensive insurance
Electric vehicles (EVs) have significantly higher insurance costs than gas-powered cars, with an average annual premium of $3,159 compared to $2,159 for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles. The insurance gap varies by state, reaching 73% in Rhode Island and $6,394 in Washington, D.C., while luxury brands like Tesla and Mercedes-Benz face the highest premiums. Higher repair costs and design differences in EVs contribute to the disparity.
- The Mercedes CLA offers great EV specs for an average price
Mercedes-Benz has released the CLA compact sedan for the 2026 and 2027 model years, offering electric vehicle (EV) features like larger battery packs and faster charging speeds at an average price point below $50,000. The CLA addresses a market gap for affordable EV sedans, contrasting with the dominance of crossover SUVs in this price range.
- Mercedes-Benz faces being BANNED as lawmakers seek to protect US car market
Mercedes-Benz may face a ban in the US as lawmakers aim to protect the domestic car market. The proposed measures are intended to safeguard local automotive industries from foreign competition.
- Mercedes-Benz may be shut out of U.S. market under bill aimed at Chinese automaker ownership
Mercedes-Benz may be excluded from the U.S. market under a bill targeting Chinese automaker ownership. The company's largest individual shareholder is BAIC, a Chinese state-owned automaker, and exemptions in the legislation would not apply to them.
- These clever active beam headlights are finally coming to America
Audi's adaptive beam headlights are finally coming to the US market with the Q9 SUV launch later this year, featuring technology that provides better illumination while minimizing glare. This technology has been available in Europe and Japan for years but is only now being approved for American roads after decades of lobbying and regulatory approval. The headlights use multipixel LED arrays that can selectively dim beams for oncoming vehicles instead of switching to low beams.
- Hesai CEO Li on Earnings, Mercedes-Benz Deal
Hesai CEO Li discusses earnings and a deal with Mercedes-Benz, highlighting key aspects of the partnership. The deal is expected to have a significant impact on Hesai's financial performance. The company's future prospects appear promising.
- Mercedes-Benz commits to bringing back physical buttons
Mercedes-Benz has announced plans to reintroduce physical buttons in their vehicles, moving away from touchscreen interfaces. The decision follows user feedback and safety concerns regarding digital controls. The company aims to enhance driver convenience and reduce distractions.
- South Korean Battery Stocks Rally on Mercedes-Benz Partnership
South Korean battery stocks surged following a partnership with Mercedes-Benz, which announced the C 400 4MATIC as the first fully electric C-Class model. The collaboration highlights growing demand for electric vehicles and battery technology.
- Mercedes’ first all-electric C-Class is its sportiest one yet
Mercedes-Benz introduces its first all-electric C-Class, the C 400 4MATIC, featuring an 800-volt architecture for efficiency and a range of up to 762 kilometers. The model is positioned as the 'sportiest C-Class ever' while maintaining luxury smoothness.
- Mercedes unleashes its new electric C-Class - but its 473-mile range is no match for its biggest rival
Mercedes-Benz has launched its new electric C-Class with a 473-mile range, but it falls short compared to its top competitor. The article highlights the vehicle's specifications while noting its limitations in a competitive market.
- IONNA Rechargeries are coming to more than 350 Circle K stations
IONNA, a charging network founded by BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis, and Toyota, is expanding its Rechargery stations to over 350 Circle K locations in the US. The partnership will start with 85 existing sites by year-end, with full scale-up planned for 2027. IONNA aims to deploy 30,000 high-speed chargers by 2030.
- The Mercedes EQS returns with massive range and charging gains
Mercedes-Benz is reintroducing its EQS electric sedan in the US after pausing its EQ lineup a year ago due to low demand and federal incentive cuts. The new EQS features improved range and charging capabilities, targeting a cash-strapped market.
- Mercedes-Benz recalls some G-Wagon EVs due to risk of wheels falling off
Mercedes-Benz is recalling some G-Wagon electric vehicles due to a risk of wheels falling off. The recall addresses a potential safety hazard related to vehicle components.