Mercedes' new Drive Pilot system, which helps pilot cars – including the all-electric EQS sedan – has already been approved for use on all German highways. However, the technology only works on select highways, and at speeds below 40 mph. That said, in areas where it's approved to function, it will handle the car's acceleration, steering, and braking.
The German automaker plans to launch Drive Pilot in some areas of the US before the end of the year. It's reportedly a Level 3 system, which will require approval. According to a recent article published by Road & Track, Mercedes Drive Pilot senior development manager Gregor Kugelmann shared:
