Mercedes Introduces “Automatic Lane Change” Function For European Market

Automaker Mercedes-Benz introduces “Automatic Lane Change” (ALC) function for European Market.

Market launch of ALC will coincide with the introduction of the new E-Class sedan into the European market.

Feature allows the vehicle to initiate a lane change in the speed range of 80‑140 km/h to overtake slower drivers.

ALC function already available in C-Class, E-Class, S-Class and all Mercedes EQ series being sold in the U.S and Canada.

German automaker Mercedes-Benz has introduced “Automatic Lane Change” function for European Market, a Level 2 driver assistance system that can change lanes automatically under certain circumstances.

According to Mercedes, the market launch of “Automatic Lane Change” function will coincide with the introduction of the new Mercedes-Benz E-Class into the European market.

With the “Automatic Lane Change” function, the Mercedes vehicle will be able to initiate a lane change in the speed range of 80‑140 km/h (50-87 mph) to overtake or get around slower drivers.

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Automatic Lane Change requires no further impulse from the driver to execute the automatic lane change, though Mercedes-Benz has deliberately decided that hands must remain on the steering wheel.

Mercedes-Benz notes that the prerequisite of the sophisticated system is a road with a speed limit and the vehicle being equipped with MBUX Navigation.

“Now we are offering a more comfortable driving experience with the Automatic Lane Change driver-assist system. It is already available for order in the U.S., and I am happy to announce that we are now able to offer Automatic Lane Change in Europe, too. That is how Mercedes‑Benz underscores its position as a pioneer and a technological leader.”, said Markus Schäfer, Mercedes’ chief technology officer.

The Automatic Lane Change, or ALC, is already available in top-end Mercedes models like C-Class, E-Class and S-Class, as well as all Mercedes‑Benz EQ series vehicles being sold in the United States and Canada.

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