Mercedes-Benz is planning to introduce a performance limiter to its range of vans and light trucks before the end of the year.
The performance limiter has been designed to prevent drivers using excessive fuel, when driving their vehicles when empty or with light loads.
The company says the “Excelerate” option will prevent fuel wastage as a result of over enthusiastic acceleration, when the vehicle is empty or is carrying a light load.
The limiter will be built into the vehicle’s diesel engine’s electronic management system and will optimise weight-indicating input data.
The Sprinter van and chassis cab range will be the first to benefit from this new technology.
