Story no.260InternationalOngoingLaunches and reviews +1Notable Several countries (4)30 Oct → 4 Nov4 facts · 8 art.
Mercedes-Benz: Launch of the Electric GLC and Production Delay in the United States
Mercedes-Benz has presented the electric GLC, the first model to use its dedicated MB.EA-M platform, with launches or presentations on several markets. In the United States, the manufacturer is delaying the start of assembly in Vance (Alabama) until May 2030, extending its reliance on imports and tariffs. In Japan, the model is being unveiled for the first time, while in India it is launched as a locally assembled 400 4MATIC version, equipped with a 94 kWh battery and offering up to 711 km of WLTP range, with deliveries starting in mid-November 2026. The presentation has also generated positive reactions on social media.
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Ongoing story bringing together 4 events involving Mercedes-Benz and Mercedes-Benz Group, in 4 countries (Allemagne, Inde, Japon and 1 more), followed from 30 October 2026 to 4 November 2026. 8 articles from 7 sources (launches and reviews, plants, jobs and earnings); last updated on 4 November 2026 at 22:00.
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LatestIndiaMercedes-Benz launches electric GLC in India at 78.50 lakh rupees
Mercedes-Benz is marketing in India the locally assembled electric GLC 400 4MATIC, with a 94 kWh battery and up to 711 km of WLTP range. Deliveries begin in mid-November 2026.
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Mercedes delays GLC production at its Alabama plant to 2030
Mercedes-Benz has pushed back the start of GLC assembly at Vance, Alabama, to May 2030, extending its reliance on imports and US tariffs.
L'Annuel de l'automobileMotor1.comCanada Motor Jobs+1 outlet
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- Mercedes-Benz · 71,871 reg. (EU + EFTA + UK, Sept 26) · 83 recall(s) in 12 months
- Mercedes-Benz Group · 4,364 reg. (France, Oct 26) · 85 recall(s) in 12 months
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| United States | 3 | 2 |
| Japan | 2 | 2 |
| Canada | 1 | 1 |
| France | 1 | 1 |
| India | 1 | 1 |
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| English | 4 | 3 |
| French | 2 | 2 |
| Japanese | 2 | 2 |
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