2024-09-26 12:37:30
Many features are invented by Mercedes. For example ABS, ESP and seat belt tensioner technologies. Newer is the safety feature that partially opens the boot handle with the Mercedes logo when approaching and crossing a roundabout.
Many Mercedes have had this feature for ten years, but it was only activated when parked.
Under the hood of the logo is a reversing camera. Since it can quickly get dirty due to splashes of dirt, Mercedes mounted it underneath.
Previously, it only opened when parking, but now it also activates to scan the environment, for example to warn of traffic coming from behind. Then the hood opens so that the camera can monitor the safe passage through intersections, roundabouts or simply while waiting at traffic lights.
Even when driving slowly and coming to a complete stop, the hood often opens. On Mercedes forums, many owners say they are annoyed by the sound made when opening and closing the logo hood.