New in the S-Class and CL-Class: Blind Spot Assist for yet greater safety when changing lanes

Stuttgart - Mercedes-Benz now offers a newly developed Blind Spot Assist system as an option for its S and CL-Class models, which is designed to help drivers when changing lanes.

Mercedes-Benz employs six short-range radar sensors for the new assistance system, which can be found in the front and rear bumpers. The sensors monitor the zone to the side and rear of the car on both the left and the right. In so doing, they cover the area known as the "blind spot" which drivers are unable to see in the exterior mirrors.

If the system detects another vehicle in the danger zone, a red warning symbol appears in the exterior mirror glass.