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Mercedes-Benz Rolls Out Liquid AI On-Device Conversational Model, Skipping the Cloud

By Alexis Dufresne Published November 5, 2026 at 18:33 UTC

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Summary

Mercedes-Benz is deploying conversational AI that runs on-device via an MIT spinout Liquid AI partnership, bypassing the cloud for voice, infotainment and climate controls (not driving). Rollout started OTA in October to North American vehicles, with the 2027 E-Class and CLE receiving it first; S-Class, GLC Electric and GLE follow in Q2 2027.

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Original headline: Mercedes-Benz Rolls Out Liquid AI On-Device Conversational Model, Skipping the Cloud