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Surprise! Bodo Uebber to Leave Daimler Board as Purge Continues

Posted on 8 October 2018 by Ken Zino

Like all automakers, Daimler is facing the unknown future of mobility, autonomous vehicles and the internet of things. Its problems are complicated by currency valuations and a vulnerable international supply and manufacturing footprint fraught with political issues starting in Germany, and competitors, of course. Continue reading →

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Smart Head Annette Winkler Abruptly Departs Daimler

Posted on 29 May 2018 by Ken Zino

Winkler and – struggling Smart – were (are?) part of Daimler’s confusing small car strategy and current rush to electric vehicle production. Smart lost billions of Euros for Daimler. Its only fit appeared to be as a foil against mileage and emissions regulations, allowing the owner of Mercedes Benz to continue to thrive selling gas guzzlers. Continue reading →

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Auto China 2018 – Mercedes A-Class L, Maybach Show Car

Posted on 1 May 2018 by Ken Zino

“This car is made specifically for the Chinese market. The long-wheelbase A-Class Sedan is unparalleled in the compact segment, bringing together outstanding comfort with a fresh and dynamic design and top-notch technology.” Continue reading →

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Mercedes-Maybach Convertible Debuts at Los Angeles

Posted on 16 November 2016 by Ken Zino

The Mercedes Maybach S650 Convertible debuted today at the Los Angeles Auto show as a, deserved, limited-edition model – 300 worldwide and 75 units in the U.S. Continue reading →

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Daimler Q1 Net Profit of €1,416 Million is Up 20%

Posted on 9 May 2012 by Ken Zino

Daimler said the increase came from the ongoing growth of unit sales at Mercedes-Benz Cars and Daimler Trucks. In the first quarter of 2012, the Daimler Group sold a total of 502,100 cars and commercial vehicles worldwide, up 9% from Q1 2011. Daimler expects to sell more than 2.1 million vehicles globally during 2012. Continue reading →

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