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Mercedes to challenge BMW, Tesla with four-car electric line-up

Firm will add two electric SUVs and two sedans under a new sub-brand: sources

Published Fri, Aug 5, 2016 · 09:50 PM

Frankfurt

MERCEDES-BENZ is planning its own distinct line of electric vehicles, challenging BMW and Tesla Motors Inc in a bet that alternative-fuel cars have the potential to become profitable.

Mercedes will add two electric sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and two sedans, according to two people familiar with the plan, who asked not t…

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