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New Mercedes-Benz S-Class PHEV produces 14.1-36.2% lower CO2 emissions that predecessor

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More results from the 360° environmental check: A total of 202 components of the new S-Class are made from resource-saving materials. The new S-Class was developed to meet the seal of quality requirements of the European Centre for Allergy Research Foundation (ECARF), and has been awarded this seal.

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Tesla Semi VIN information submitted, hints at upcoming deliveries

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Tesla’s Model Year 2023 VIN Decoder suggests that CEO Elon Musk’s recent Tesla Semi estimates are correct — deliveries of the Class 8 all-electric truck are indeed coming. This was hinted at by Tesla Semi VIN information listed in the EV maker’s MY2023 VIN Decoder. . E = Class 8 – Greater than 14968 kg.

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Mercedes-Benz begins production of two A-class PHEV models at Rastatt plant

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The production launch of the Mercedes-Benz A-class in two plug-in hybrid models is a strategic milestone as part of our global electric initiative. The Mercedes-Benz Rastatt plant is therefore optimally prepared for the upcoming production launch of the hybrid B-Class. kWh, serves as an electric energy storage unit.

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Mercedes-Benz researching “informed trust” of autonomous vehicles

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Mercedes-Benz is conducting research into this “informed trust” with the help of the “cooperative car”. The cooperative car is based on an S-Class, and features 360-degree light signaling. Turquoise lights on the roof indicate autonomous driving mode, and provide information on what happens next. communication.

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Tesla faces class action privacy lawsuit, following startling revelations

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Tesla faces a new class action lawsuit after a former employee released a report detailing alleged customer privacy violations. In his suit, Yeh states he is suing on behalf of “himself and similarly-situated class members, and the general public.” ” The Tesla legal team has yet to respond to the allegations.

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Report: W214 Mercedes E-Class Wagon Confirmed for U.S.

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lineup with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the 2024 model year and the E-Class wagon is back on the list. & This remains good news for E-Class fans. & Still, the dynamics of the W213 E-Class All-Terrain has been agreeable and we’re hoping the same holds true for the W214.

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Mercedes-Benz launching capacitive steering wheel in E-Class this summer

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This summer, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class will introduce a new, comprehensively digitalized generation of steering wheel: the capacitive steering wheel. The reason for this was the introduction of the first driver airbag in the S-Class (126 series). The capacitive steering wheel in the new E-Class.

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