Tag Archives: Stuttgart

Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard assessed results of his first 90 days as Daimler Board of Management member responsible for commercial vehicles

Daimler Trucks excellently positioned for global leadership thanks to current product range and future potential Says Bernhard: “The increase in market share and incoming orders shows that we have the right products in the right markets. That’s why we are … Read the full press release

Daimler organised all China sales activities under the umbrella of Beijing Mercedes-Benz Sales Service Co. Ltd.

Current measures: Central Sales in Stuttgart to be bolstered by dedicated “Sales Management China” unit Fast-track expansion of dealer network, 75 new dealerships in 2013 After-sales initiative to ensure sustainable growth Hubertus Troska: “We have taken numerous measures for our … Read the full press release

Porsche Driver’s Selection launches a special “50 Years of 911” collection

Stuttgart, 17-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — For 50 years, the 911 has been the heart of the Porsche brand. Few other automobiles can look back on such a long tradition and this level of continuity. Since it was first unveiled at the International … Read the full press release

MAHLE GmbH increased its holding in Behr Group to 51 percent

Stuttgart, 12-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Stuttgart-based MAHLE GmbH increases its holding in the Behr Group from 36.85 percent to approximately 51 percent with the acquisition of all shares in the BWK GmbH holding company (BWK). Furthermore, an integration agreement has been … Read the full press release

UK Van Fleet World Honours 2013: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Named Best Large Van, Mercedes-Benz Vans Wins Safety Award

Sprinter wins in tough field testing Judges praise Mercedes-Benz Vans for safety concept Mercedes-Benz cars also put in an impressive performance Stuttgart, 11-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is setting standards worldwide – also as far as fleet specialists … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz posts record sales for May 2013 – 121,360 units, +7.3%

Stuttgart, 10-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mercedes-Benz again grew its unit sales in May with vehicle deliveries to customers that are unprecedented for the month of May (121,360 units, +7.3%). The Stuttgart based manufacturer also posted a new sales record for … Read the full press release

Historic Automobile Group International MBCI report: Numerous Mercedes-Benz exclusive classic cars amongst the most valuable vehicles in the world

Stuttgart, 3-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Numerous exclusive classics from Mercedes-Benz are amongst the most valuable vehicles in the world. Just how valuable they are is regularly tracked, for example, by the Mercedes-Benz Classic Index (MBCI) of the Historic Automobile Group … Read the full press release

Eckart von Klaeden to become Head of External Affairs at Daimler AG

Stuttgart, 30-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Eckart von Klaeden (47) will succeed to Martin Jäger (48) as Head of External Affairs at Daimler AG, Stuttgart. Martin Jäger will leave the company and will become the German Ambassador to Afghanistan in September 2013. … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz stand at the UITP Congress in Geneva 26 – 29 May dominated by the world’s best-selling urban bus model Citaro

Citaro: broad range of Euro VI-compliant urban buses Innovative technology: Euro VI, regenerative braking, weight optimisation Record Run Buses 2012: Euro VI pays its way, Citaro 8.5 percent more fuel-efficient Citaro Euro VI: Bus of the Year 2013 Emission-free urban … Read the full press release

Daimler AG commercial vehicles subsidiaries MFTBC & DICV in Asia grouped under the umbrella of “Daimler Trucks Asia”

Activities of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) and Daimler India Commercial Vehicles (DICV) are grouped under the umbrella of “Daimler Trucks Asia” Combined annual sales target of MFTBC and DICV to 290,000 sold units until the year 2020 … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz QR code system to make the rescue of accident victims safer and swifter

Stuttgart, 24-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — When every second counts: with a small yet effective innovation, Mercedes-Benz wants to make the rescue of accident victims safer and swifter. In future a QR code, which can be read by smartphones and tablets, placed … Read the full press release

Three of the latest Mercedes-Benz AMG vehicles celebrate their digital premiere in Gran Turismo® 6 for PlayStation®3

Stuttgart/Silverstone, 20-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — With the combined power of more than 1400 hp, Mercedes-Benz is taking to the starting grid of Gran Turismo® 6 with three of its latest models. All set to provide pure excitement and fascination in … Read the full press release

Formula 1 vs. Mercedes-AMG cars test comparison on Nürburgring

Test comparison between Formula 1 and Mercedes-AMG cars driven by Nico Rosberg, Bernd Schneider, Karl Wendlinger and Bernd Mayländer Mercedes-AMG Performance Drive: Formula 1 versus Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG, E 63 AMG, SLS AMG Black Series and SLS AMG GT3 … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz sold 116,566 vehicles in April, 11.7% more than in any previous April

Stuttgart, 8-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mercedes-Benz delivered 116,566 vehicles to customers in April (+11.7%), more than in any previous April. Unit sales since the beginning of the year totaled 441,464 vehicles (+5.6%). The brand with the star was able to … Read the full press release

AutomotiveINNOVATIONS Award 2013: Mercedes-Benz is the “Most Innovative Automotive Brand”

Stuttgart/Frankfurt am Main, 6-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — At yesterday’s award ceremony for the AutomotiveINNOVATIONS Award 2013, CEO of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars, Dr. Dieter Zetsche, accepted two honours: Mercedes-Benz received the distinction as the world’s “Most Innovative … Read the full press release

DTM season-opener at Hockenheim – home fixture for Mercedes-Benz

Formel 1 star Nico Rosberg to guest at DTM opening weekend ‘The 2013 DTM at a glance’ – information sheet with DTM regulations and innovations for this year – in attachment The first weekend in May (4th-5th May 2013) marks … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Global Sponsor of the Masters Tournament, joining AT&T and IBM

Stuttgart, 3-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Augusta National Golf Club announced earlier today that Mercedes-Benz will enter into a new worldwide partnership with the Masters, beginning at the 2014 Tournament. Having been an International Partner of the Masters since 2008, Mercedes-Benz … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz Trucks leads European heavy-duty segment with 23 percent market share thanks to Euro VI compliance

Full Euro VI compliance: The Arocs rounds out Mercedes-Benz’ range of heavy-duty trucks Actros, Antos, Arocs — specialized, environmentally friendly, and economical Arocs to be launched on the market in mid-2013 Stuttgart/Wuppertal, 30-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Actros, Antos, and Arocs form … Read the full press release

smart the first European importer to bring a fully electric vehicle onto the Chinese market

smart fortwo electric drive to be launched before the end of the year Stuttgart, 25-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — With the new smart electric drive, the smart brand is further expanding its leading position in the field of urban mobility. The Stuttgart-based … Read the full press release

Mercedes-Benz and Michael Schumacher announced a long-term partnership far beyond motorsport and Formula 1

Stuttgart, 23-4-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Mercedes-Benz and Michael Schumacher today announced a long-term partnership which will extend far beyond motorsport and Formula 1. Michael Schumacher will mainly be involved with topics relating to the future, in particular the further development of the … Read the full press release