Mercedes-Benz Vans will continue offering internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles alongside electric vehicles in the US.The decision comes as a surprise, as Mercedes had previously announced plans to integrate the VAN.EA platform for electrified vans starting in 2026.Future ICE-powered vans will use the Van Combustion Architecture (VAN.CA), sharing 70% of its parts with the VAN.EA.The strategy aims to drive economies of scale in order to stay competitive in the van market.