Mercedes to roll out urban automated driving in Germany from end of year
Mercedes-Benz Announces Launch of Urban Automated Driving System
BERLIN, May 22 (Reuters) - Mercedes-Benz said on Friday it plans to roll out its urban point-to-point automated driving system in Germany from the end of this year, aiming to be among the first carmakers offering the technology in the country.
Planned Rollout Timeline and Locations
The system is to be available in selected German cities from the end of 2026 before expanding nationwide from early 2027, chief technology officer Joerg Burzer said in a LinkedIn post.
Expansion After International Launches
This brings the technology to Germany after China and the United States, Burzer wrote, adding that the Stuttgart-based carmaker wants to "remain at the forefront of international competition in the field of assisted and automated driving".
Collaboration with Government and Regulatory Agencies
Burzer met with German transport minister Patrick Schnieder on Friday to discuss the planned rollout.
Partnerships for Innovation
Mercedes is working intensely with the ministry and the KBA road traffic agency "to bring these and other innovations to market quickly and responsibly", he said.
System Capabilities and Initial Availability
The system, which a company spokesperson said would first be available in Stuttgart and Munich, can navigate complex traffic situations, including traffic lights, lane changes and heavy city traffic, with the driver's supervision.
Reporting Credits
(Reporting by Rachel More; editing by Matthias Williams and Ludwig Burger)
