At the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Mercedes-Benz introduces its new electric GLC SUV—an ambitious move aimed at reversing a sharp earnings decline. With German automakers like BMW and Volkswagen also ramping up electric vehicle investments, the industry faces mounting pressure to adapt to global market shifts. Experts warn that despite innovation, structural downsizing may be inevitable. The future of combustion engines, however, remains part of the conversation.

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