EQ Silver Arrow by Mercedes-Benz

Offering a glimpse into the future of car racing, the EQ is undeniably a technological revolution for the Stuttgart-based company. Its aerodynamic shape, which features a carbon fibre frame and a rear tail fin, heralds the future of car design. The EQ is styled after the original Silver Arrow, a racing model that reached speeds of 432,7 km/h.

Mercedes-Benz revives the legend of the Silver Arrow

This super-charged, fully electric one-seater, which is designed for the mass market, offers 750 horsepower and a 400 km range on the road. The steering wheel is equipped with a touchscreen, and the dashboard also features a screen that displays 3D images. The cab uses traditional, high-end materials such as leather, walnut, and brushed aluminium.

The passenger compartment, which features a design worthy of any science fiction novel, combines high tech and top-shelf finishes. © DR

When designing the bucket seat, comfort was the main concern of the vehicle’s engineers. © DR

Artificial intelligence in the cockpit

To sit behind the wheel, the cockpit opens part way, allowing access to a bucket seat featuring a heated neck rest and a Formula 1-type steering wheel. The dashboard is a single screen, and a second touchscreen is built into the wheel. The latest range from Mercedes-Benz offers a deep dive into the world of artificial intelligence.

Equipped with wheels that are partially covered by aluminium rims, the body of the EQ extends over 5.3 metres. © DR

Featuring a solid tailgate light strip, the vehicle cuts an impressive figure with its central shark fin. © DR