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Mercedes-Benz deploys HERE HD Live Map for DRIVE PILOT systemHERE is among the world’s first companies to provide an HD map for commercial production vehicles with Level 3 automated driving capabilities “In combination with extensive sensor data, DRIVE PILOT receives information about the road geometry, route profile, traffic signs and unusual traffic events (e.g. accidents or roadworks) from a digital HD map, – which is one key element for automated driving. Its ultra precise positioning system goes well beyond the usual GPS system. This enables us to give our customers back one of the most precious things in life: time – combined with a luxurious driving experience”, states Georges Massing, Vice President MBOS: Automated Driving, Powernet & Integration E/E, Mercedes-Benz AG. “We’re thrilled to be among the world’s first companies to provide an HD map for series production vehicles capable of automated driving at SAE Level 3,” said Edzard Overbeek, CEO of HERE Technologies. “Back at IAA 2013 we pioneered the concept of an HD map as a critical component for automated driving together with Mercedes-Benz as part of the S 500 Intelligent Drive research project on the historic Bertha Benz memorial route. Since then, we continued to further develop, refine and scale our HD mapping technology. Today, we’re excited to see that Mercedes-Benz drivers will soon be able to officially take their hands off the steering wheel in certain conditions while our HD Live Map helps DRIVE PILOT to drive them comfortably and safely.” Mercedes-Benz plans to make DRIVE PILOT first available in its new S-Class in the fourth quarter of this year. Initially, it will be able to drive in conditionally automated mode at legally permitted speeds of up to 60 km/h in heavy traffic or congested situations on suitable sections of motorways in Germany. Over time, the system will be integrated into additional Mercedes-Benz models and expanded to cover suitable sections of motorways in further regions. Media Contact Dr. Sebastian Kurme +49 173 515 3549 [email protected] About HERE Technologies HERE, a location data and technology platform, moves people, businesses and cities forward by harnessing the power of location. By leveraging our open platform, we empower our customers to achieve better outcomes - from helping a city manage its infrastructure or a business optimize its assets to guiding drivers to their destination safely. To learn more about HERE, please visit https://www.here.com/ and https://360.here.com. |