Mercedes develops new V-8 combustion engine as EV sales stall

2025 Mercedes-AMG GT 63 Pro 4MATIC+ — AMG cars, such as the GT 63 Pro 4MATIC+, are powered by the current generation of Mercedes's V-8 engines. (MERCEDES-BENZ)

February 27, 2025 09:53 AM

Mercedes-Benz is developing a new combustion engine, becoming the latest automaker to slow its electric-car push in response to sluggish sales.

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