The Mercedes-Benz G-Class — the rugged off-road powerhouse that launched in 1979 and has since become a brutalist status symbol — has gone electric. This is, in many ways, Mercedes’ most prestigious car, a model more prized for its presence and exclusivity than its power and capability. Going electric, then, is more than an historic […]
Mercedes begins piloting Apptronik humanoid robots
Pilot season has officially begun for the world of humanoid robotics. Last year, Amazon began testing Agility’s Digit robots in select fulfillment centers, while this January, Figure announced a deal with BMW. Now Apptronik is getting in on the action, courtesy of a partnership with Mercedes-Benz. According to the Austin-based robotics startup, “as part of […]
Lewis Hamilton speaks on Mercedes exit: F1 star ready to 'start a new chapter' with Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton spoke on his switch to Ferrari days after his shocking Mercedes exit. The Formula 1 star will be making the move from Mercedes to Ferrari in 2025, as revealed on Feb. 1. Hamilton started driving with Mercedes in 2013 and won six of his seven total world titles with the German brand. The 39-year-old British driver […]