How Mercedes-Benz's Bengaluru Hub Ended up Driving its Global Software Backbone
Mercedes-Benz’s global technology chief says Bengaluru is playing an increasingly central role in software, infotainment and automated-driving systems for future vehicles.
"There is a bit of India in every Mercedes."
For Dr Jörg Burzer, Member of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG responsible for Development and Procurement, the statement reflects the growing role Indian engineers play in developing technologies that are becoming increasingly central to the future of the automobile.
“We can say that there is a bit of India in each and every Mercedes because the competence level is so high,” Burzer told Autocar India and Autocar Professional during his visit to India for the launch of the all-new S-Class.
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07 Jul 2026
Ketan Thakkar

Autocar Professional Bureau