Mercedes-Benz will halt the launch of its Drive Pilot Level 3 automated driving system in the United States, media reports said. The company has stopped production and will not apply the system to future new S-Class models. Drive Pilot operated only on limited highway sections in Nevada and California, with a top speed of 40 mph and strict daytime and weather requirements. It also required extra hardware and a $2,500 annual subscription fee.

Mercedes-Benz unveiled MB.Drive Assist Pro, a new advanced driver assistance system designed for urban environments as well as highways, and demonstrated it in San Francisco using a next-generation CLA prototype. The Nvidia Drive AV-based system offers enhanced Level 2 point-to-point assistance but requires drivers to keep their hands on the wheel and watch the road. Mercedes emphasises multi-sensor fusion, redundant algorithms and quarterly over-the-air updates. Pricing has not been disclosed.