‘Just paying for the name’: Mechanic calls out Mercedes-Benz for ‘poor design’ after fixing A/C

Just because something has a "luxury" brand name and costs a lot of money doesn't mean it's well made. In the world of fashion, analysts have argued that popular, chic names are "lowering quality and getting away with it."

The same could be said of auto manufacturers that charge a hefty premium. According to TikToker @menjicar, a luxury brand once renowned for its quality has dipped—at least when it comes to its air conditioning system.

In a viral video that's accrued over 820,000 views...