An electrified highway is theoretically the most efficient way to eliminate truck emissions. But the political obstacles are daunting.
The automaker said it would invest 40 billion euros, or $47 billion, on electric cars, vans and light commercial vehicles by 2030.
Despite sticker prices in the millions, the storied brand chronically lost money. The Croatian firm Rimac will take a controlling interest.
Despite sticker prices in the millions, the storied brand chronically lost money. The Croatian firm Rimac will take a controlling interest.
Electric cars get all the attention, but truckmakers are also under pressure to shift from fossil fuels to electricity.
The EQS has a range of 770 kilometers or about 480 miles, according to Mercedes. If that figure is confirmed, the EQS would dethrone the Tesla Model S Long Range Plus as the electric car with the longest range.
In the aftermath of a diesel scandal five years ago, executives made a commitment to electric vehicles that now is paying off.
The German carmaker outlined ambitious goals to build battery factories as it ties its fate to electric cars.
It plans to convert its entire lineup to battery power by 2030, phasing out internal combustion engine vehicles faster than other automakers.
As automakers promise to get rid of internal combustion engines, Heidelberg is trying to get rid of autos.