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Mercedes and turquoise lights? Jupp! Mercedes has achieved a breakthrough in the automotive industry by becoming the first manufacturer in the world to introduce a temporary special permission for the use of special ones marker lights received during automated driving. The groundbreaking development, approved in the US states California and Nevada, is considered a major step forward in the evolution of autonomous driving. In California, approval for the technology is initially limited to two years and is intended exclusively for development vehicles. The temporary permit serves to collect and further develop knowledge in the handling of automated vehicles. Nevada On the other hand, it is a step further by allowing the use of the technology in series vehicles from model year 2026 for an unlimited period of time.
Mercedes with turquoise lights
The core element of the innovation are the new marker lights that are integrated into the Front and rear lights as well as in the exterior mirrors to get integrated. The lights are not only a visual highlight, but also fulfill an essential function: they signal the automated driving mode of the vehicle at first glance. The turquoise lighting, which will be used in California, has been deliberately selected. It ensures optimal visibility both day and night and is clearly different from other light sources on the road. This innovation will be implemented for the first time in Mercedes-Benz test vehicles equipped with the advanced, highly automated driving assistance system "Drive pilot“are equipped.
Will turquoise become the new standard?
The Drive pilot Under certain conditions, allows temporary driverless driving at autonomy level 3, which means that the vehicle can operate in certain situations takes full control. Mercedes aims to establish turquoise lighting as an international standard for the visualization of automated driving. The aim is to create a uniform understanding and increased safety on public roads worldwide. The approvals in the US are a crucial step towards global unity of the technology. Mercedes is thus setting new standards and promoting trust in and acceptance of autonomous vehicles. Photo credit/source: Mercedes-Benz
further information on the topic:
- First approval for turquoise marker light: In the USA, especially in California and Nevada, the use of marker lights for automated driving has been approved for the first time.
- Temporary permit in California: The exemption is limited to two years and only applies to development vehicles.
- Permanent permit in Nevada: From the 2026 model year, series vehicles may be equipped with the special marker lights.
- DRIVE PILOT development: The approval is a milestone for Mercedes-Benz in the further development of its DRIVE PILOT system, the first SAE Level 3 system in the USA.
- Series use in EQS and S-Classes: From the beginning of 2024, EQS sedans and S-Classes from the 2024 model year will be available with DRIVE PILOT in California and Nevada.
- World's first approval for Mercedes-Benz: Mercedes-Benz was the first automobile manufacturer to receive this special permit.
- Integration of the marker lights: The lights are integrated into the front and rear lights as well as the exterior mirrors and shine in turquoise.
- Turquoise is the optimal color choice: Turquoise was chosen for its visibility and distinguishability from other light sources and is recommended in SAE J3134 for marker lights.
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