The Germans at Mercedes-Benz decided to confirm some rumors on the upcoming 2013 S-Class, a model which will be seen quite soon in world premiere.
According to the official information, the new model will benefit from a wide range of safety systems including an automatic emergency braking system able to recognize crossings, lanes, speed limit signs and more.
![2013 Mercedes S-Class](https://www.automotorblog.com/storage/2012/11/2013-Mercedes-S-Class-41.jpg)
This system works at speeds up to 72 km/h and will undoubtedly improve the safety on the road.
![2013 Mercedes S-Class](https://www.automotorblog.com/storage/2012/11/2013-Mercedes-S-Class-42.jpg)
Other features of the new Mercedes S-Class will include the Distronic Plus adaptive cruise control which comes with Steering Assist, a technology able to steer the vehicle, accelerate or brake when the driver has only one hand on the wheel.
This system works at speeds between 30 km/h and 199 km/h and will be eliminating the risk of losing control. Furthermore, Mercedes plans to introduce an improved Attention Assist system which will monitor the drowsiness of the driver.
![2013 Mercedes S-Class](https://www.automotorblog.com/storage/2012/11/2013-Mercedes-S-Class-43.jpg)
More information along with official photos for the new S-Class will be released soon.