Mercedes-Benz has authoritatively launched production of its all-electric EQS SUV at its Tuscaloosa, Alabama production plant, the organization declared today. Earlier this year the German automaker reviewed the vehicle — its absolute first electric SUV — and guaranteed it would be implicit the US and accessible later this fall.
While supply chain bottlenecks have deferred launches of other new EVs, Mercedes has two or three factors helping its out. The organization previously got its battery materials by joining forces with the Canadian government this month. It additionally plans to deliver its batteries locally, at its own production line in neighboring Bibb County, Alabama.
Its battery range works out to a little more than 300 miles. The automaker presently can’t seem to uncover the cost of the vehicle, which, as Electrek notes, will decide if the SUV is qualified for a 2023 EV tax credit or not.
As of now, new SUVs should be collected in North America and estimated under $80,000 to meet all requirements for the following year’s tax credit. Considering that Mercedes’ EQS kicked off at somewhat more than $103,000, it’s most likely protected to say that the value of its new electric SUV will best that — and will not meet all requirements for any assessment discounts. Seems like EQS SUV drivers should surrender to getting a good deal on fuel.
