6 New Tech Features on the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class - Automobile
Though we won’t see the redesigned 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class for a few more months, Mercedes-Benz is sharing some technical information on its new midsize luxury sedan ahead of its official debut. The flagship S-Class is typically known for its forward-thinking technological innovations, but this fifth-generation E-Class looks to pack plenty of technology of its own, with new features that build upon Mercedes-Benz’s existing semi-autonomous... We’ve been hearing about inter-car communication for years now, and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class represents the first fully integrated “Car-to-X” communications system in production. This means that the car can communicate with other vehicles through the use of smartphones. Thanks to Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, 2017 E-Class owners can use their smartphone as a proximity key. Putting the smartphone near the driver’s door handle unlocks the door, and having the smartphone in the car’s interior means that you can activate the car’s push-button start system. By emitting a short interference signal through the sound system in the risk of a crash, the Mercedes-Benz system triggers a reflex within the inner ear to better prepare occupants for the noise. Source: www.automobilemag.com
