Mercedes Tests Autonomous CLA Amid Sony Honda Afeela SUV Reveal

Mercedes-Benz successfully tested its new autonomous CLA in San Francisco as Sony Honda Mobility debuted an SUV prototype at CES 2026.The Mercedes Drive Assist Pro system will cost approximately $4,000 in the USA, while Yamaguchi confirmed the Afeela 1 sedan launches this year at $89,900.Sony Honda Mobility plans to manufacture vehicles in Ohio and aims for Level 4 autonomy through future software updates.