Loading ...Is Mercedes Intentionally Detuning Its EVs To Charge $1,200 Yearly “Acceleration” Fee
Mercedes-Benz is the latest auto manufacturer to unveil a subscription fee to unlock perks, such as the ability to boost acceleration.
The $1,200 yearly subscription is called “Acceleration Increase” and can be found on Mercedes’ online store.
“COMING SOON – Accelerate more powerfully: increase the torque and maximum output of your Mercedes-EQ,” reads the description on the online store. It’s available for all upcoming EQ electric models that will “improvement in acceleration of 0.8 to 1.0 seconds (0-60 MPH).”