(^40) ABC April 2018 busnews.com.au
NEW PRODUCT LAUNCH
EMPHASIS ON STYLE
During the launch event in
Germany, a point consistently
mentioned was that Mercedes-
Benz believes a vehicle represents
a fleet’s image and so exterior
design is an important factor.
The Sprinter was designed to
perform but also look the part
and, based on initial impressions,
it shares styling cues with the
passenger car range. The interior
was a cut above on the new
Sprinter, with a connected user
experience generally reserved for
high-end cars – optional extras
include a parking package that
offers a 360-degree view.
Above: The
all-electric, zero-
emissions model
was immensely
popular at the
German launch.
Far right: It’s no
Fruit Ninja, but
eVan Ready is
still pretty cool.
Mercedes PRO, offering vehicle
and driver location, digital
driver’s logbook, vehicle logistics,
fleet communication, and
maintenance management.
LAST-MILE DELIVERY
The all-electric eSprinter was
a hit at the launch event, and
will become available in some
markets for ordering from
November 2019. It is aimed
at delivering unparalleled
efficiency within the last-mile
delivery industry.
When asked whether the
electric model would make its
way down under, Mercedes-Benz
The MBUX multimedia system
the third-gen Sprinter scores
- which was only just unveiled
on the new A-Class - offers
connectivity via a 10.25-inch
HD touchscreen display. Hardly
technology you’d expect in a
commercial vehicle, according to
Mercedes-Benz, but it’s all about
providing a better user experience
for drivers.
MBUX has voice control
and something like running
low on fuel means the system
suggests nearby petrol stations
and the best route to take. A
telematics-style system is also
built into the range, called