Mercedes EQC opens German assault on Tesla

The EQC crossover has sporty curves. It is pictured undergoing testing in camouflaged paint. (Daimler/Daimler AG)

By:

Esha Vaish and Laurence Frost

September 03, 2018 05:00 AM

STOCKHOLM -- Mercedes-Benz is set to unveil its EQC full-electric SUV on Tuesday, marking the start of an onslaught by German automakers against Tesla's dominance of the fast-growing market for premium battery cars.

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