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Mercedes Revolutionizes EV Braking With Innovative In-Drive System

Giancarlo Perlas November 28, 2024

Mercedes-Benz is pioneering a new EV technology that embeds the braking system directly into the car’s electric drive unit. Mercedes-Benz’s innovative electric vehicle (EV) braking system could unlock significant advantages over conventional builds. It would potentially allow the three-pointed star marque to improve its electric cars’ performance, reliability, and longevity. The luxury car maker could attain these while staying true to its ESG commitments and sustainability targets. A Maintenance-Free EV Braking System According to InsideEVs, Mercedes’ upcoming in-drive braking system will be housed within the drive unit itself. Its unorthodox approach is unlike the typical outboard brakes manufacturers equip on most cars or even the inboard brakes some of them… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz NXT Redefines Digital Art With AI-Infused Collaboration

Giancarlo Perlas November 25, 2024

Mercedes-Benz NXT has unveiled an innovative partnership with artist Roope Rainisto, blending advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and traditional artistry in their new collection, “Symbiosis.” Premiered during Digital Arts Zurich (DA Z) 2024, this project showcases a compelling vision of the dynamic interaction between humans and machines as interpreted by AI. Artistry Rooted in Legacy Rainisto, renowned for his expertise in merging photography with AI, leveraged iconic visuals captured at the Mercedes-Benz Museum and archives. By feeding these images into an AI model, he transformed elements of automotive heritage, architectural design, and fine art into thousands of digital creations. After meticulous refinement, 80 exclusive artworks were chosen for the collection. This… Continue Reading »

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First Standalone Electric SUV Based On AMG.EA Platform Teased

Giancarlo Perlas November 8, 2024

Mercedes-AMG revealed that it will make a standalone SUV using its proprietary AMG.EA platform. The electric SUV will likely get Yasa’s electric motor technology, which Mercedes-Benz previewed under the Vision One-Eleven. Previously, Mercedes-AMG teased an electric sedan that will carry the AMG.EA platform. The high-performance brand of the three-pointed star marque plans to unveil it by next year. Interestingly, the same architecture will be used in its first standalone SUV. A Historic Milestone for AMG The event marks the first time for Mercedes-AMG to create a completely in-house SUV. This is also the second electric vehicle (EV) to benefit from the AMG.EA platform. The still unnamed electric SUV will join… Continue Reading »

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Brabus Adopts Blockchain Solution To Combat Product Counterfeiting

Giancarlo Perlas October 24, 2024

Brabus and Aura-Blockchain's DPP Solution

Brabus partnered with Aura Blockchain Consortium to protect its products against counterfeiting. The tuner will equip its 2025 model-year cars with a blockchain-based Digital Product Passport solution. The Brabus badge makes an already luxurious and sporty Mercedes-Benz or Mercedes-Maybach car stand out more. The German aftermarket tuning specialist has no shortage of what it could do to bring out extra exclusivity and performance to vehicles bearing the three-pointed star marque. However, it also suffers from replicas blatantly produced by counterfeiters. For this reason, the company recently announced a partnership with the Aura Blockchain Consortium. The collaboration aims to integrate blockchain-based Digital Product Passport (DPP) technology into its Brabus Masterpiece cars… Continue Reading »

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What To Do When You See A Check Engine Light In Your 2024 Mercedes-Benz

Giancarlo Perlas October 19, 2024

Owning a 2024 Mercedes-Benz car comes with high expectations of performance and reliability. However, seeing the check engine light activate on your dashboard can be quite alarming. Having an informed decision is necessary to arrive at an appropriate course of action during this instance. Mercedes-Benz of Houston Greenway warns that the indicator can signal a range of potential issues. These could stem from minor glitches to critical problems. Common Causes and Immediate Solutions for the Mercedes-Benz Check Engine Light Warning Here’s a quick guide to help you understand the most common causes and what actions to take when your Mercedes-Benz check engine light turns on. Loose Gas Cap: A Quick… Continue Reading »

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Should You Simply Soft Reset Or Reflash Your Malfunctioning MBUX Infotainment System?

Giancarlo Perlas February 9, 2024

The Mercedes-Benz User Experience (MBUX) stands as a testament as to how far we’ve come in automotive technology. However, like any sophisticated digital system, the MBUX can sometimes encounter glitches that necessitate a reset or reflash to maintain optimal performance. Soft Reset Indicators Here are some indications that you may need to soft reset your MBUX infotainment system: 1. Unresponsive Touchscreen A lagging or unresponsive touchscreen is a clear indication that a soft reset might be necessary. If you find that the MBUX display is not registering your touches or commands promptly, a soft reset can often resolve this issue by rebooting the system and clearing any temporary glitches. 2…. Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz OS Upgrades Will Let Car Owners Flex Their NFT Collection On The Dashboard

Giancarlo Perlas January 18, 2024

Remember last year when Mercedes-Benz unveiled its series of NFTs through its NXT Web3 division? Those who were duped into purchasing these virtual items can now find use for them in their cars. Well, that’s if they have at least the next-generation Mercedes-Benz Operating System (MB.OS). Mercedes-Benz NXT NFTs Back in the middle of 2023, Mercedes-Benz NXT released its “Maschine” NFT collection in collaboration with blockchain art platform Fingerprints DAO. It featured swirling 3D graphics reminiscent of Mercedes wheels in motion. Their success was followed by collectibles from Superplastic and another set from the Icons collection. The launch of Icons particularly made noise in the news because the overwhelming demand… Continue Reading »

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