Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (116 model series)

1972 | Mercedes-Benz S-Class 116 model series

A completely newly developed generation of luxury class vehicles was presented to the public in September 1972. The first officially named "Mercedes-Benz S-Class" - internal designation W 116 - replaced the 108/109 series and initially comprised the 280 S, 280 SE and 350 SE models.

ABS tests at the Stuttgart-Untertürkheim plant track

1978 | ABS anti-lock braking system in series production passenger cars: Mercedes-Benz S-Class (116 model series)

An engineer's dream came true in 1978: Mercedes-Benz presented the anti-lock braking system in the S-Class of the 116 model series. Even when the brake is fully on, the vehicle remains manoeuvrable and hazardous areas can be bypassed. Further assistance systems could be built based on the ABS sensors.

Mercedes-AMG ONE on the racetrack

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Mercedes-Benz Classic: Red 300 SL Roadster

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