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business1 month ago•6 min saved

Mercedes Bets Big on Premium Electric Vans for America

Mercedes-Benz plans to bring three high-end electric vans to the US in 2028 (VLE, VLS, and VLS Maybach), built on a new luxury EV platform with a 115 kWh battery and 400+ mile range, and outfitted with ultra-premium interiors and highly configurable rear seating. Priced around $130k in tested trim, the VLE targets a premium niche, but Mercedes acknowledges that Americans may resist vans, making the market entry a strategic gamble for a brand known for sedans and SUVs.

via Motor1.com|

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automotive3 years ago•3 min saved

Mercedes-Benz unveils luxury electric van lineup for cargo, passengers, and campers.

Mercedes-Benz Vans has announced a new scalable electric vehicle architecture, called Van.EA, which will be launched in 2026. The platform will support a wide range of van applications, from midsize luxury vans to full-size cargo and camper vans. The architecture will consist of three main parts, with a common axle and electric drive unit shared across all Van.EA vehicles. The middle section will be the most flexible, with different lengths and battery sizes depending on the type of van. Mercedes-Benz will use the midsize version of this architecture for luxury-minded vans designed for families or high-end shuttles in the US. The platform will also include purpose-built camper vans.

via Ars Technica|

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