What does the 4matic badge on a Mercedes-Benz mean?
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Mercedes-Benz's 4matic badge indicates that the vehicle is equipped with four-wheel drive. 4matic is Mercedes-Benz's proprietary four-wheel-drive technology, which was introduced in 1987. Similar to Audi's quattro and BMW's xdrive, 4matic enhances vehicle stability during high-speed driving by distributing power to all four wheels, significantly improving safety. The 4matic system can automatically distribute braking force via ABS to limit differential slip. When a wheel loses traction, the vehicle's onboard computer uses ABS to brake the slipping wheel, preventing it from spinning freely. As a result, the 4matic system allows the vehicle to take corners at higher speeds, improving handling limits to some extent. Mercedes-Benz vehicles are not only known for their quality but also offer a comprehensive lineup, currently producing C-Class (mid-range sedans and coupes), E-Class (premium sedans and coupes), S-Class (luxury sedans and coupes), and G-Class (SUV off-road vehicles).