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Mercedes Benz ESF 2009 Experimental Safety Vehicle

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Mercedes-Benz ESF 2009 Experimental Safety Vehicle

Mercedes-Benz ESF 2009 Experimental Safety Vehicle is a safety research vehicle based on the S400 Hybrid, unveiled in 2009.

Innovations

  • Spotlight function: Production version called Night View Assist Plus with Spotlight Function, introduced on Mercedes-Benz CL-Class (C216) in 2011.
  • Beltbag: Production version called Beltbag, introduced on Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) in 2013.
  • Interactive Vehicle Communication: Production version called Car-to-X Communication with Drive Kit Plus, introduced on Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) in 2013.
  • Full-LED headlamps with Partial main beam: Production version called Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS, introduced on Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) in 2013.
  • PRE-SAFE Pulse: Production versions called PRE-SAFE Impulse, introduced on Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W222) in 2013 and PRE-SAFE Impulse Side, introduced on Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W213) in 2016.
  • Braking Bag
  • Child Protect System
  • Hybrid Battery Shield
  • Interseat Protection (Center airbag)
  • PRE-SAFE Structure
  • PRE-SAFE 360°
  • Rear seat camera
  • Side Reflect
  • Size Adaptive Airbags

    • The vehicle was unveiled in the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV) Conference in Stuttgart.

    References

    Mercedes-Benz ESF 2009 Experimental Safety Vehicle Wikipedia
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