Preliminary details have also been provided, including new materials introduced to improve energy density. It's finally coming to America.

An electric version of Benz’s global best seller debuts the company’s all-new software defined EV architecture.

The Mercedes-Benz GLC is the best-selling vehicle from the German luxury automaker, and the model lineup—which already includes mild hybrid , plug-in hybrid and high-performance hybrid models—will expand next year with the addition of a fully electric GLC.

Mercedes-Benz has hinted that the upcoming GLC EV will get a dual-speed transmission and a front drive-unit which can be rapidly engaged or disengaged in an instant when extra traction is required. This will enable the GLC to run in two-wheel drive for most of the time, enhancing efficiency and boosting the range.

Before a new car comes to market, it's subjected to many months, sometimes years, of rigorous testing around the world. Sweden often hosts a big part of that journey, its cold northern expanses offering the perfect mix of frigid temperatures and frozen surfaces.

R emember the Mercedes-Benz EQC? An electric analogue to the GLC-class compact luxury SUV has been in the works for years—and in markets beyond the U.S., it actually existed as

Mercedes plans to unify its combustion engine and electric cars by gradually eliminating the separate "EQ" lineup. The process started last year when the G580 with EQ Technology was launched and will continue with the next CLA later this month.