TOKYO -- Mercedes-Benz Group has become the first automaker to sign a deal with U.S. patent platform Avanci to license 5G technology for use in connected vehicles, Avanci said Wednesday.
Japanese automakers face pressure to sign on early or pay higher licensing fees

Mercedes-Benz has become the first automaker to enter a comprehensive 5G patent deal with Avanci. (Photo by Uichiro Kasai)
TOKYO -- Mercedes-Benz Group has become the first automaker to sign a deal with U.S. patent platform Avanci to license 5G technology for use in connected vehicles, Avanci said Wednesday.