# Mercedes-Benz aims to close AI gap with China rivals through Wayve deal

> Source: <https://www.machinebrief.com/news/mercedes-benz-aims-to-close-ai-gap-with-china-rivals-through-9xx2>
> Published: 2026-09-22 13:00:03+00:00

# Mercedes-Benz aims to close AI gap with China rivals through Wayve deal

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[Financial Times Technology](https://www.ft.com/technology)
German carmaker will integrate start-up’s autonomous driving system into at least one model to be deployed in next two years

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