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Continuation of the future vision: SUV model for Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant

Mercedes-Benz GLC to roll off the line as of 2022 at the Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant. “With production of the GLC at the Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant we are putting our production network on an even more flexible and efficient footing. Alongside premium and luxury class vehicles the plant is now receiving a further volume model in… Continue reading Continuation of the future vision: SUV model for Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant

Pioneers wanted: Daimler Trucks & Buses recruiting event for e-mobility

Recruiting event of E-Mobility Group Daimler Trucks & Buses on 10 and 11 May at the Daimler AG headquarters in Stuttgart Information booths, impulse presentations and active exchange with management and experts Interested parties can apply now until 19 April Stuttgart – On 10 and 11 May 2019, the E-Mobility Group Daimler Trucks & Buses… Continue reading Pioneers wanted: Daimler Trucks & Buses recruiting event for e-mobility

Personnel change at Mercedes-Benz Vans: Change in Management in Van Division

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March 2019

Stuttgart

Volker Mornhinweg retires on May 1, 2019 Marcus Breitschwerdt, currently Head of Marketing & Sales Mercedes-Benz Cars Europe, will take over the role as of May 1, 2019 Stuttgart – After 39 years at Daimler AG, Volker Mornhinweg (59), Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans, will retire on May 1, 2019. Marcus Breitschwerdt (57), currently Head of Marketing & Sales Mercedes-Benz Cars Europe, will be his successor. In this function, Marcus Breitschwerdt will report to Wilfried Porth, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG; Human Resources and Director of Labor Relations, Mercedes-Benz Vans, as Volker Mornhinweg did before.
“I would like to thank Volker Mornhinweg for his many years of commitment and wish him all the best for the future,” says Wilfried Porth, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG; Human Resources and Director of Labor Relations, Mercedes-Benz Vans. “Over three decades he has contributed to the success of our company in various management positions in production, human resources and at Mercedes-AMG. In his function as Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans, he successfully implemented and pushed forward the global growth strategy »Mercedes-Benz Vans goes global« for the internationalization of the vans business and production activities and the future initiative »adVANce«.”
“Marcus Breitschwerdt is an experienced manager who has honed his profile in various management positions in Germany and abroad, and now takes over the management of Mercedes-Benz Vans,” continues Porth. “I am sure that Marcus Breitschwerdt will set important impulses to make the business unit sustainably profitable, and to continue Mercedes-Benz Vans’ transformation from a worldwide successful vehicle manufacturer into a supplier of holistic transportation and mobility solutions.”
Volker Mornhinweg started his apprenticeship as a machine fitter in the plant in Sindelfingen in 1980. In 1990 he was appointed Head of the Manufacturing Process “Automation” in Sindelfingen. This was followed by a number of other management positions in production, human resources and at Mercedes-AMG. In the last nine years he has been Head of Mercedes-Benz Vans.
Marcus Breitschwerdt joined the company in 1991 as controller in the management trainee group (Nachwuchsgruppe) at Mercedes-Benz AG. He headed the companies transport and environmental strategy for several years before assuming responsibility for Mercedes-Benz Cars' marketing and portfolio strategy in 2000. This was followed by a number of other positions, including President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz Canada and President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz UK. In 2014 he was assigned with the creation of the new Mercedes-Benz Cars sales region Europe, which he has been leading since.

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Business Communications

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All lights on green: start of production of the new Mercedes-AMG GT in Sindelfingen

The production of the facelifted Mercedes-AMG GT model has begun at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Sindelfingen. Michael Bauer (2nd from right), Head of Production of the Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen plant and Site Manager, and Ergun Lümali (front right), Chairman of the Mercedes-Benz Sindelfingen Works Council, celebrated the first vehicle – a Mercedes-AMG GT R PRO (fuel… Continue reading All lights on green: start of production of the new Mercedes-AMG GT in Sindelfingen

Daimler and Geely Holding form global joint venture to develop smart

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March 2019

Stuttgart, Germany; Hangzhou, China

50:50 joint venture between Daimler and Geely based in China to develop and operate smart brand globally as all electric carmaker smart to gain shared expertise in manufacturing, engineering and design from both groups smart to expand to meet demand for electrification, with production based in China New smart models planned from 2022 in all-electric product renewal 28 March 2019, Stuttgart, Germany; Hangzhou, China. Daimler AG (Daimler) and Zhejiang Geely Holding Group (Geely Holding), the German and Chinese automotive groups, today announced the formation of a 50-50 globally focused joint venture to own, operate and further develop smart, the pioneer of small urban vehicles, as a leader in premium-electrified vehicles.
Under the joint venture agreement, a new generation of smart electric models will be assembled at a new purpose-built electric car factory in China with global sales due to begin in 2022.
Dieter Zetsche, Chairman of the Board of Management of Daimler AG and Head of Mercedes-Benz Cars, said: “For more than 2.2 million customers, smart represents a pioneer in urban mobility. Based on this success story, we look forward to further enhancing the brand with Geely Holding, a strong partner in the electric vehicle segment. We will jointly design and develop the next generation of smart electric cars that combine high-quality production and known safety standards for sale both in China and globally. In the future, we are looking forward to working with all partners to sustain our success in China and worldwide. Separately, Mercedes-Benz will produce a compact electric vehicle at the Hambach plant, sustaining employment with further investment in the facility.”
Li Shufu, Geely Holding Chairman, added: “We fully respect the value of smart. This brand has a unique appeal and strong commercial value. Geely Holding and Daimler look forward to this challenging and exciting new project, through which we will further push the introduction of premium electric products to give a better mobility experience to our customers. As equal partners, we are dedicated to promoting the smart brand globally; we will leverage our experience and global competencies in brand management, R&D, manufacturing, supply chain management and other areas. The synergies from this cooperation will lead to mutual benefits, at the same time we will further develop technologies for smart including connectivity, to continue to lead in the industry as it undergoes a wider transformation.”
The board of directors of the new smart joint venture will be made up of six executives with equal representation from both parties. Daimler AG board representatives will include Hubertus Troska, Daimler AG Board of Management member responsible for Greater China, Britta Seeger, Daimler AG Board of Management member responsible for Marketing and Sales of Mercedes-Benz Cars, and Markus Schäfer, Member of the Divisional Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Cars, Production and Supply Chain and designated Board of Management Member responsible for Group Research and Mercedes-Benz Cars Development. Geely board representatives will include Geely Holding Chairman Li Shufu, Geely Holding President, Geely Auto Group President and CEO An Conghui, Geely Holding Executive Vice President and CFO Daniel Donghui Li.
The joint venture partners have agreed that the new generation of smart vehicles will be styled by the worldwide Mercedes-Benz Design network with engineering from Geely global engineering centers. Future production will be located in China.
As part of the vehicle-development program, the smart product portfolio is also planned to be extended into the fast-growing B-segment.
Prior to the launch of new models from 2022 onwards, Daimler will continue to produce the current generation of smart vehicles in its Hambach plant France (smart EQ fortwo) and at Novo Mesto (Slovenia, smart EQ forfour).
In parallel, the Hambach plant will assume an additional new role in the Mercedes-Benz Cars production network and will produce a compact electric vehicle by Mercedes-Benz under the new product and technology brand EQ in the future. Mercedes-Benz is investing €500 million on the Hambach plant and will use the expertise of its experienced and motivated smart workforce.
The joint venture is expected to be finalised by the end of 2019. Financial terms of the smart joint venture have not been disclosed.
This joint venture follows the separate agreement between Daimler Mobility Services and Geely Technology Group announced last year, in which the companies agreed to cooperate on a new premium ride-hailing service in China.
Further information is available in a blog entry by Dieter Zetsche at the Daimler-Blog: https://blog.daimler.com/en/2019/03/28/joint-venture-geely-daimler-smart-china/

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Mercedes-Benz In-Car Gaming Challenge: revolutionary ideas for in-car entertainment

The In-Car Gaming Challenge aims to revolutionise car entertainment International competition to find the best gaming ideas for passenger cars, buses and mobile apps “Immersive gaming” makes it possible to feel totally involved in the game ESL as a cooperation partner The most desirable luxury commodities in the 21st Century are private space and time.… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz In-Car Gaming Challenge: revolutionary ideas for in-car entertainment

Supervisory Board and Board of Management of Daimler AG

Ola Källenius and Martin Daum to become Chairmen of the Boards of Management of the new Mercedes-Benz AG respectively the new Daimler Truck AG Manfred Bischoff and Ola Källenius to become Chairmen of the Supervisory Boards of Mercedes-Benz AG respectively Daimler Truck AG Planned new Group structure to be submitted to shareholders for approval at… Continue reading Supervisory Board and Board of Management of Daimler AG

Electric Vans from Mercedes-Benz Vans: Reliable last-mile deliveries even in Arctic conditions

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March 2019

Arjeplog, Sweden

Final winter tests show: the eSprinter is ready for its market launch Testing of charging and driving characteristics, range and low-temperature resistance in extreme conditions The focus at sub-zero temperatures: safety and ergonomics of the driver's workplace, reliable handling on ice and snow Comprehensive Electrification at Mercedes-Benz Vans: market launch of the eSprinter in the second half of 2019 Arjeplog, Sweden. Customers place the same demands on electric vans as they do on equivalent vehicles with combustion engines. One of the most important factors here: complete reliability – even in severe conditions. The winter endurance tests on the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter focussed precisely on this. For several weeks the development team subjected the fully-electric van to a true endurance test in Sweden's Arjeplog. At temperatures as low as minus 30 degrees with icy roads and deep snow, the eSprinter proved its operability under extreme conditions. Thus the vehicle completed one of its last milestones on the way to its market launch in the second half of 2019.
The vehicles were put through numerous complex tests on the difficult test site close to the Arctic Circle. Testing included driving on a frozen lake to examine the effects of extreme cold on handling, ergonomics and comfort using special measuring technology. The starting behaviour and low-temperature resistance of the drive components, software and interfaces were tested in cold cell facilities.
How the vehicles respond to different weather conditions is critical to the electric vans functioning in tough daily operations, for example in the CEP sector (courier, express, package). With a range of around 1501 kilometres when configured with a battery capacity of 55 kWh, the eSprinter is perfectly designed for inner-city short-radius distribution. The tests in Sweden have shown: even in the unfavourable conditions described here, a range of around 1001 km is still available to the customer.
Electromobility with Mercedes-Benz standards: high quality and safety demands are placed on the driver's workplace
Anyone who drives a van daily, places high demands on the driver's workplace. That is why quality and safety are equally important for electrically driven vans. Even at temperatures far below freezing, it must be possible to free the windows from ice as quickly as possible and heat the driver cabin reliably. To this end, the temperature of the test vehicles and their batteries was lowered to extremes in special cold cells in order to test the starting behaviour and thermal management during so-called cold starts. A further important element of the test: charging behaviour. The eSprinter is equipped with an integrated fast-charging function with which it can recharge around 80 % of its energy in 30 minutes – this is a great advantage in the daily routine of a van which must function reliably whatever the temperature.
Also, reliable handling in ice and snow as well as resistance of the components to wintry conditions are vital to daily operations. This is exactly what the team of more than 30 engineers, electronics experts and mechanics from Mercedes-Benz Vans have ensured in numerous tests in Sweden's Arjeplog. The conclusion of the testers was that the eSprinter is fit for customer operations – even in Arctic conditions.
“Yet again we asked a lot of our eSprinter during the final winter endurance tests,” says Benjamin Kaehler, Head of eDrive@VANs at Daimler AG. “Thanks to our comprehensive tests, we were able to squeeze out the last couple of percentage points from our second fully-electric van after the eVito on its way to complete market readiness. Particularly with regard to thermal management, so important to electric vans, we were able to gain insights which will make the eSprinter safer and more comfortable. We are very proud of the result and are looking forward to being able to offer our customers an extremely reliable product very soon that is more than suitable for everyday use, regardless of the conditions.”
eSprinter on a par with the founder of the segment
In Arjeplog, the eSprinter was subjected to its final winter endurance tests before it follows the eVito onto the market in the second half of 2019. Initially, the new eSprinter will be available as a panel van with a high roof and a permissible gross vehicle weight of 3500 kilogrammes. Its maximum load volume is 10.5 m³ just like a comparable Sprinter.
Equipped with a battery capacity of 55 kWh, its range is an estimated 1501 kilometres with a maximum payload of 900 kilogrammes. With the second battery option, customers can prioritise other operational parameters. A capacity of 41 kWh allows the payload to be increased by around 140 kilogrammes to a total of 1040 kilogrammes with a range of about 1151 kilometres. The integrated fast-charging function provides for more flexibility; 80 % of battery charge can be recharged within 30 minutes.
Similar to the entry-level diesel engine, the electric drive in the eSprinter has an output of 85 kW and a torque figure of up to 300 Newton metres. As for the eVito, the maximum speed can be configured to suit the task at hand: maximum speed can be set at 80 km/h, 100 km/h or even as much as 120 km/h.

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Van Technology Communications – eDrive@Vans

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The new Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupé: A new take on extraordinary

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March 2019

Stuttgart

Sure to attract attention: just a few weeks after unveiling the GLC SUV, Mercedes-Benz is presenting the GLC Coupé. The next generation of the successful model skilfully and intricately combines the sportiness of a coupé with the functionality of an SUV. The result is a vehicle for individualists who attach maximum importance to extraordinary looks, the greatest possible freedom and pioneering technology. Innovative technologies, intelligent driving assistance systems and a new engine line-up make the Coupé a paragon of sportiness, safety and efficiency.
The GLC Coupé impresses with its distinctive appearance, innovative driving assistance systems, a new engine line-up and the latest generation of the MBUX Mercedes-Benz User Experience infotainment system with its wide range of control options. The enhanced driving assistance systems have been expanded by adding an exit-warning function, emergency-corridor function and tail-end-of-traffic-jam function, among others. Also new is Trailer Manoeuvring Assist, which provides assistance when manoeuvring in reverse.
Mesmerising coupé rear: elegant exterior design
The GLC Coupé is characterised by its dynamic appearance and elegant lines. Hallmark off-road features include the dominant front end, powerful forms and standard-fit chrome details like the front and rear underride guards. Its coupé character shines through in the squat silhouette with the dropping roof line and rounded rear window. Highlights at the front end include the powerfully contoured diamond radiator grille with integrated star and single louvre typical of a coupé, complemented by the distinctive air intakes and the new contours of the standard-fit LED High Performance headlamps.
The GLC Coupé shows how the design features of a coupé can be harmonised with those of an SUV with its dropping roof line, the greenhouse that fits perfectly into the silhouette and the feature line in combination with the eye-catching chrome strip on the high beltline, the muscular shoulders and the rearwards-ascending light-catching contour. On top of this, the dynamic proportions and the generous ground clearance emphasise the GLC Coupé's range of abilities – it's just at home on smooth tarmac as it is on a dirt track.
Intelligence and convenience: the interior
Flawless luxury and user-friendly controls abound in the Coupé's interior. As is usual for Mercedes-Benz, particular importance is given to the interior. The focus is on the dashboard and the flowing lines of the centre console. The large, one-piece console panel sweeps elegantly from the centre air vents to the armrest. It has a premium feel and a build quality of exceptionally high calibre. The interior colour magma grey is completely new. The completely revised multifunction steering wheel is available in two versions. Its operation of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and the Touch Control buttons for controlling the instrument cluster and the infotainment system as well as the acoustic input feedback set new standards.
The multifunctional touchpad on the centre console improves operating convenience even further, and replaces the rotary pushbutton, while the infotainment system has larger touchscreen displays with 12.3 inches in the instrument cluster plus 7 inches with 960 x 540 pixels and 10.25 inches with 1920 x 720 pixels in the central display. In addition to this, the latest generation of the MBUX Mercedes-Benz User Experience infotainment system boasts intuitive logic and a wide range of control options. There are five different ways to interact with the GLC's infotainment system:
By touch control on the central display Using the Touch Control buttons on the multifunction steering wheel With the multifunction touchpad on the centre console Via optional gesture control with the Interior Assistant By voice control, using the “Hey Mercedes” prompt The optional ENERGIZING comfort control combines various in-vehicle systems to create an optimum environment. This integrates lighting and music moods, climate control, suitable music and video selections as well as a massage function, heating and ventilation for the seats. The ENERGIZING COACH uses data from the vehicle and surroundings to recommend one of the programmes that fits the situation and the individual.
The state-of-the-art driving assistance systems are augmented by the exit-warning function, emergency-corridor function and tail-end-of-traffic-jam function, among others. New features include Trailer Manoeuvring Assist, which provides assistance when manoeuvring in reverse. The system uses sensors in the ball head and a magnetic ring to measure the angle between towing vehicle and trailer. The 360° camera offers good all-round visibility and a greatly enhanced image on the display.
Increased efficiency: the new engines
At market launch the GLC Coupé will be available with new engines, with further engines to be added to the line-up during the course of the year. All the diesel models already meet the requirements of the Euro 6d standard (RDE – Real Driving Emissions Stage 2), which comes into force in 2020. This is achieved thanks to the insulated configuration of the exhaust-gas aftertreatment system installed directly on the engine. It consists of diesel oxidation catalytic converter (DOC), particulate filter with SCR catalytic converter function (sDPF) and SCR catalytic converter with AdBlue® injection. The system is augmented by an additional selective catalytic reduction (SCR) converter with an ammonia slip catalyst (ASC) in the exhaust tract of the GLC. The petrol engines are electrified by the integration of a 48-volt on-board electrical system (EQ Boost). The belt-driven starter-generator is responsible for hybrid functions such as boost or energy recuperation, while allowing fuel savings that were previously the reserve of high-voltage hybrid technology. In addition to reducing consumption and CO2 emissions, the technology also enhances both comfort and performance.
The engine line-up at a glance
GLC 200
4MATIC
GLC 300
4MATIC
GLC 200 d
4MATIC
GLC 220 d
4MATIC
GLC 300 d
4MATIC
Cylinders/arrangement
4/in-line
4/in-line
4/in-line
4/in-line
4/in-line
Output (kW/hp) Combustion engine
145/197
190/258
120/163
143/194
180/245
Output of electric motor (kW) Energy Recovery Boost
10
10
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–
–
Peak torque Combustion engine (Nm)
320
370
360
400
500
Peak torque Electric motor (Nm)
150
150
–
–
–
Fuel consumption, combined (l/100 km)[1]
7.4-7.1
7.4-7.1
5.5-5.2
5.5-5.2
5.8
CO2 emissions, combined (g/km)[1]
169-161
169-161
145-137
145-137
153-151
The GLC Coupé at a glance
Expressive design: The stylish appearance of the new Coupé generation encapsulates the Sensual Purity design philosophy and combines the flexibility of an SUV with the sense of style and sportiness of a coupé. The A-pillars have a more pronounced slope, which lowers the roof silhouette. The model owes much of its extraordinary character to the diamond radiator grille, which is available in silver as standard or black in conjunction with the Night package, featuring a chrome trim incorporating formal elements of the underride guard. Further eye-catching features include the standard-fit LED High Performance headlamps with their torch design and unmistakable light signature. The elegant lines are drawn to a successful conclusion by the compact rear end featuring a new-look diffuser with underride guard and tailpipe trims as well as full-LED tail lamps. MBUX – Innovative telematics: The combination of the touchscreen displays, navigation with augmented reality, intelligent voice control via the talk button or the “Hey Mercedes” prompt, connectivity and the user interface makes the GLC Coupé state of the art. Suspension: As an alternative to the standard sports suspension with adaptive damping, DYNAMIC BODY CONTROL with infinitely adjustable dampers for the steel springs on the front and rear axle is available as an option. Depending on the driving situation, speed and condition of the road, the damping is controlled individually for each wheel in interaction with the engine, transmission and steering characteristics. AIR BODY CONTROL air suspension is also available – to further enhance comfort and sportiness. Advanced assistance systems: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Steer Assist provide even more comfortable support to help the driver to keep a safe distance and steer. The speed is adjusted automatically ahead of bends or junctions. Active Steer Assist helps with forming an emergency corridor and with changing lanes. The risk of potential collisions can be reduced by the turn-off function of Active Brake Assist by braking if the driver fails to see oncoming traffic. Drive system: The GLC Coupé comes with a choice of efficient four-cylinder petrol and diesel engines from the latest generation. The diesel engines already meet the requirements of the Euro 6d standard. The petrol engines are electrified by the integration of a 48-volt on-board electrical system (EQ Boost). The new-generation GLC Coupé is a blend of exceptional and sophisticated features, further underlining its leading position with this combination of style and ability. At present, Mercedes-Benz has a very successful presence in the SUV segment with seven models (GLA, GLC, GLC Coupé, GLE, GLE Coupé, GLS, G-Class).
[1] Figures for fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are provisional and were determined by the technical service for the certification process in accordance with the WLTP test method and correlated into NEDC figures. EC type approval and a certificate of conformity with official figures are not yet available. Differences between the stated figures and the official figures are possible.

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Head of International Product & Technology Communications

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Mercedes-Benz sells more than 150,000 cars in February

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March 2019

Stuttgart

Mercedes-Benz B 200 d: Fuel consumption combined 4.5-4.2 l/100 km, CO2 emissions combined 119-112 g/km* Mercedes-Benz sold 152,690 vehicles worldwide in February (-6.7%). In Germany, the best February unit sales of the past ten years were achieved with 23,119 Mercedes-Benz cars sold (+7.3%). The new B-Class was launched in Europe on February 16 and posted a sales increase of more than 16% last month in this region. In the first two months of the year, Mercedes-Benz sold 333,229 units (-6.7%). “We assume that the ongoing model changes will result in significant sales impetus in the coming months. At Mercedes-Benz, we continue to see strong demand worldwide for our current and new models,” stated Britta Seeger, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG responsible for Mercedes-Benz Cars Marketing and Sales. Stuttgart – In the first two months of this year, Mercedes-Benz delivered 333,229 cars worldwide (-6.7%). In February, 152,690 vehicles with the three-pointed star were sold worldwide (-6.7%). The model changes in the highest-volume segments SUVs and compact cars had an impact on sales in all regions also last month. The worldwide decrease in unit sales compared with the same month of last year is largely due to the discontinuation of the predecessor models of the CLA and the GLE. Meanwhile, the new B-Class had a positive effect on sales in Europe. B-Class deliveries increased more than 16% in Europe in the month of market launch and in Germany even more than 40%. Since the beginning of the year, Mercedes-Benz has maintained its market leadership in the premium segment in markets including Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, France, Switzerland, Portugal, Poland, Denmark, South Korea, Australia, the United States, Canada and South Africa.
“We are delighted that the new B-Class has had such a positive impact on Mercedes-Benz unit sales so soon after the market launch in Europe. At the Geneva International Motor Show, we presented the latest generation of our top-selling SUV, the GLC, which will ensure further enthusiasm among our customers this year,” stated Britta Seeger, Member of the Board of Management of Daimler AG responsible for Mercedes-Benz Cars Marketing and Sales. “We assume that the ongoing model changes will result in significant sales impetus in the coming months. At Mercedes-Benz, we continue to see strong demand worldwide for our current and new models.”

Mercedes-Benz unit sales by region and market
In Europe, Mercedes-Benz sold a total of 63,560 vehicles in February (-0.1%). The model change of the GLE and the discontinuation of the previous model had an impact on sales in various European markets. In Germany, the core market, 23,119 cars with the three-pointed star were delivered, representing an increase of 7.3%. This was the best February in the past ten years for unit sales in Germany. In the domestic market of Mercedes-Benz, the sales growth was driven in particular by the new A-Class, the new B-Class, and the new C-Class Saloon and Estate. In February, Mercedes-Benz was also able to increase its total unit sales in markets including France, Belgium, Russia, the Netherlands and Poland.
In the Asia-Pacific region, 59,253 cars were delivered to customers by Mercedes-Benz in February (-9.8%). In China, where sales are traditionally weaker in the month of the Chinese new year, 40,733 customer decided in favour of a car with the star (-5.4%). Sales in January and February totalled 112,430 units, more than ever before in the first two months of a year in China (+0.9%).
In the NAFTA region, Mercedes-Benz posted total unit sales of 25,757 cars delivered last month (-14.0%). In the core market, the United States, a total of 21,660 customers were delighted to receive their new automobile with the star (-12.5%). The model changes also had an impact in the USA, with a double-digit drop in unit sales of the GLE for example. Sales of the new C-Class Saloon increased at a double-digit rate in the USA in February.
Mercedes-Benz unit sales by model
Sales of Mercedes- Benz compact cars in the first two months of 2019 were slightly above the prior-year level: More than 81,700 customers were delighted to receive their new A- or
B-Class, CLA, CLA Shooting Brake or GLA in January and February (-4.6%). Meanwhile, the model change for the compact cars continues. The new A-Class recorded sales growth worldwide for the sixth month in succession (+20.8%). Following the market launch of the new B-Class in Europe on February 16, the new model achieved double-digit growth in deliveries in Europe, especially in Germany, the United Kingdom, France and Spain.
Sales of the new C-Class Saloon and Estate models have reached a new high with approximately 66,500 cars delivered in the first two months of this year (+4.9%). Sales of
the new C-Class Estate in particular increased worldwide in February (+15.8%). Last month, every fifth vehicle sold worldwide by Mercedes-Benz was a C-Class Saloon or Estate.
Of the Mercedes-Benz dream cars, approximately 11,000 Coupés, Cabriolets and Roadsters were delivered to customers worldwide in February (-3.0%), including the popular CLS Coupé. In the first two months of the year, every fourth dream car with the star sold worldwide was a CLS Coupé.
smart
In February, 7,854 cars of the smart brand were sold (-6.1%). Sales in Germany of the two- and four-door urban microcars reached a new record with an increase of more than 11% in the first two months of the year. The smart models were popular also in France, Portugal and Switzerland in February, with double-digit sales growth in each of those markets.
Overview of Mercedes-Benz Cars unit sales
February 2019
Change in %
Year to February 2019
Change in %
Mercedes-Benz
152,690
-6.7
333,229
-6.7
smart
7,854
-6.1
16,151
-8.2
Mercedes-Benz Cars
160,544
-6.6
349,380
-6.7
Mercedes-Benz
unit sales in the regions/markets
Europe
63,560
-0.1
121,523
-5.7
– thereof Germany
23,119
+7.3
42,415
-2.4
Asia-Pacific
59,253
-9.8
152,487
-4.8
– thereof China
40,733
-5.4
112,430
+0.9
NAFTA
25,757
-14.0
51,825
-12.7
– thereof USA
21,660
-12.5
44,167
-11.8

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Katja Liesenfeld

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Sales & After Sales Mercedes-Benz Cars

katja.liesenfeld@daimler.com

Tel: +49 711 17-32972

Fax: +49 711 17-790-24594

Christopher R. Springer

Global Business Communications
Sales & After Sales Mercedes-Benz Cars

christopher_renz.springer@daimler.com

Tel: +49 711 17-33806

Fax: +49 711 17-7902-3252

Sofia Stauber

Head of Global Business Communications
Mercedes-Benz Cars

sofia.stauber@daimler.com

Tel: +49 711 17-40598

Fax: +49 711 17790-91184

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