Are EVs Really Greener? Mercedes Says Yes With the New Electric GLC

Targeting the EV Carbon Problem Head-OnSince electric vehicles became more widespread at the start of the decade, so has the debate over whether EVs are actually more environmentally friendly. Some argue that EV production generates so much carbon upfront that, over time, their overall carbon footprint may end up being no better than that of internal combustion engine vehicles. At Mercedes-Benz, however, the German marque is drawing a clear distinction with the new electric GLC, which, based on its 360° environmental check, produces a significantly lower carbon footprint than its ICE counterpart.According to independently verified environmental balance documents, the GLC 400 4MATIC with EQ technology reduces its carbon footprint by roughly two-thirds over its entire life cycle compare …