Mercedes-Benz Revealed the EQS Concept Car with Level 3 Autonomy
Daniel Johnson — September 10, 2019 — Autos
References: mercedes-benz & hypebeast
Mercedes-Benz has recently unveiled its electric EQS concept car. The company will use this car's design for its future line of electric cars. The car attempts to further Mercedes-Benz's goal of being C02 neutral. Notably, the car interior is made from artificial leather, and fabrics created using recycled PET bottles. The EQS concept car features Level three autonomous capabilities, which allows for a completely self-driving experience, however, a driver still needs to be present.
The Mercedes-Benz concept car can produce 470 BHP using its electric engine. The car is able to accelerate to 60 MPH in approximately 4.5 seconds. The EQS has a range of 400 miles and can be charged to 80% capacity within 20 minutes.
Image Credit: Mercedes
The Mercedes-Benz concept car can produce 470 BHP using its electric engine. The car is able to accelerate to 60 MPH in approximately 4.5 seconds. The EQS has a range of 400 miles and can be charged to 80% capacity within 20 minutes.
Image Credit: Mercedes
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