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Pope Francis will greet pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square from his new open-top popemobile. Hosts Carolyn Beeler and Marco Werman review this all-electric Mercedes-Benz. One standout feature: an elevated seat for Francis — so crowds have a better chance of seeing him. It’s the newest version of the pope’s ride, which began with the first papal automobile in 1929.