Overview

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. is the research and development subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz AG, headquartered in San Jose, California. Founded in 1994, it employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people, with an estimated annual revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion. The company serves the automotive and electric vehicle industries, focusing on autonomous driving, electrification, digital connectivity, and vehicle design. In May 2025, Mercedes-Benz announced plans to establish Atlanta as its North American headquarters and open a new research and development hub there.

At a glance

What Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. makes

Its listed capabilities centre on batteries and e-mobility, with its public profile describing work on autonomous driving software, electric vehicle battery research, and in-car user interfaces.

Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Emissions (source: mbrdna.com).

Latest developments

• 2026-03-12 — News | Mercedes-Benz research unit inks new lease in Detroit-area's Avis Farms (costar.com)

• 2025-10-22 — Mercedes-Benz R&D North America selects Northyards in 60,530-sq.-ft. lease arranged by Partners Real Estate | Partners Real Estate (partnersrealestate.com)

• 2025-05-22 — Gov. Kemp: Mercedes-Benz Establishing North American Headquarters, new Research & Development Hub in Metro Atlanta | Governor Brian P. Kemp Office of the Governor (georgia.gov)

• 2025-05-22 — Mercedes-Benz Announces Expansion in Atlanta: Company to Establish Atlanta as North American Headquarters with Centralization of Key Corporate Functions and Investment in New Research & Development Hub (businesswire.com)

Facilities

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. is headquartered in San Jose, California. Public sources also reference these locations:

• Silicon Valley, California — linkedin.com

Company details

The company is privately held and operates within the Mercedes-Benz AG group, with its workforce described as over 600 professionals. Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. was founded in 1994, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in San Jose, California.

Frequently asked questions

What does Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. make?

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. is the research and development subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz AG, headquartered in San Jose, California. Founded in 1994, it employs roughly 500 to 1,000 people, with an estimated annual revenue band of $500 million to $1 billion. The company serves the automotive and electric vehicle industries, focusing on autonomous driving, electrification, digital connectivity, and vehicle design. In May 2025, Mercedes-Benz announced plans to establish Atlanta as its North American headquarters and open a new research and development hub there.

Where is Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. headquartered?

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. is headquartered in San Jose, California (2708 Orchard Pkwy, San Jose, California, 95134-1968).

When was Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. founded?

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. was founded in 1994.

How big is Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.?

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc. has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $500M-1B range (estimated).

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