Arguably the biggest debut of the year will go to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. As an icon in the motoring industry and a benchmark in the large luxury sedan category, it's pretty hard to top this vehicle.
While some may pan the vehicle's evolutionary exterior design changes, I actually like it. But aside from the philosophical debate, there's something more important. That, my friends, would be the technology capabilities. And considering the S-Class' place in auto history for paving the way for innovation, this is what you can look forward to in your next-generation rides.
If you had a hard time reading through the press release — it was a monster — check out this quick and easy read that gets down to the nitty gritty. Learn more abut the following tech advances:
- CrossWind Assist
- Lightweight bodyshell
- Lighting (I wonder if Audi and Mercedes will have an LED showdown? ;) )
- Aerodynamics
- Road surface scan
- Climate control
- Audio
- Materials
- How the S is one step closer to being a self-driving car
- Cabin comfort
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...Stylistically, the new S-class is more evolutionary than revolutionary, representing a progression of the outgoing model rather than a new direction. It shows obvious heritage in many elements, but the surfacing treatment is contemporary enough to give modern appeal, while drag has been cut, too. Mercedes design boss Gorden Wagener describes the car as having “more noble visual character” than its predecessor.
The W222’s underpinnings have also evolved from the W221’s, albeit with numerous revisions. These are most notable in the area of electronics, where the new car adopts some interesting new safety features. These include an illuminated belt buckle extender and airbags within the rear-seat belt straps. Models equipped with the optional reclining rear seat also get an airbag within the seat cushion to prevent the occupant sliding forwards during an accident...
2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Photo Gallery
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