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New smart ED Delayed for at Least a Year
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Daimler’s much-maligned smart car has received a desperately-needed overhaul for the 2016 model year but unfortunately the brand’s entire lineup has not been redesigned just yet.
Toyota Sells Between Zero and All of its Tesla Shares
The other day Daimler divested itself from Tesla and now Toyota has followed suit … sort of.
Mercedes Sells Off Tesla Shares
Mercedes has sold off its stake in Tesla.
Which Automakers Own Which Car Brands?
At times the auto industry can feel overwhelming, with all the different products, brands and stories to keep straight. There’s always something going on in this business, from breaking news to vehicle reviews.
Daimler Still Considering Purchase of Aston Martin
Daimler is considering expanding its portfolio of companies by two.
2016 smart fortwo, forfour Debut With Dual-Clutch
Smart just debuted its new fortwo and forfour city cars at an event in Berlin marking the return of a four-seat car to the brand.
Infiniti, Mercedes Officially Announce Mexico Plant
Infiniti and Mercedes-Benz have officially announced plans for a new manufacturing plant in Mexico.
Daimler, Nissan Agree on Joint Mexico Production
It appears that Daimler and Nissan have finalized their joint venture deal to produce vehicles in Mexico.
Mercedes Increasing Production Capacity in the US
Mercedes-Benz is looking to “significantly” increase its production capacity in the U.S.
Aston Martin SUV Deal With Daimler Draws Closer
Aston Martin’s plans for an SUV in the future might end up relying on a Mercedes-Benz platform, but the final decision has yet to be passed down.
Mercedes Rumored to be Considering Aston Martin Buyout
German automaker Mercedes-Benz may be expanding its portfolio to include James Bond’s favorite car company.
Mercedes Rejected Partnerships With VW, Fiat and BMW
Prior to teaming up with Nissan-Renault, Mercedes considered other partnerships in order to make a new small car. Possible suitors included Volkswagen, BMW and Fiat.
Daimler CEO Open to More Collaboration
During the launch of a new luxury van, Daimler CEO Dieter Zetsche expressed the companies desire to collaborate with other automakers, including Tesla, Nissan and Aston Martin.
Mercedes to Sell Range-Topping ‘Maybach’ S-Class
Rumored last year, Mercedes-Benz plans to use the Maybach nameplate for a range-topping S-Class long-wheelbase model.
Infiniti, Daimler Working on New Platform for Four Models
Infiniti boss, Johan de Nysschen, revealed that the Japanese automaker, in partnership with Mercedes parent company Daimler, are developing a new platform that will result in four models.
Daimler Wants “Credit” for Fuel-Economy Improvements
Daimler is petitioning the U.S. government to get more favorable treatment under the new fuel-economy regulations. It wants extra credit for consumption-cutting features like start-stop technology.
Daimler Wants Further Cooperation with Tesla
Partnerships are all over the automotive world, and it seems that Daimler wants to further entrench its tie up with Tesla.
Autonomous Vehicle Industry Needs One Standard, Experts Say
As more and more automakers develop autonomous driving technology, experts believe that the industry needs a single standard sooner rather than later.
Mercedes Planned to Rebadge Nissan’s New Pickups
The term “luxury pickup truck” is a strange one that manages to make U.S. auto companies fistfuls of cash.
Daimler Also Aiming for Self-Driving Cars by 2020
Following in the footsteps of other automakers such as Nissan, BMW and GM, Mercedes parent company Daimler has announced that it plans to have a self-driving vehicle available by 2020.
Smart FourJoy Concept Revealed Ahead of Frankfurt Motor Show Debut
The 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show is just days away and more automakers are teasing what they’re going to be revealing at the event. Getting in on the action, smart released photos of and information about an electric concept they’ll be unveiling in Germany next week.
Daimler, Nissan to Jointly Build Vehicles in Mexico
Nissan and Daimler will build small Infiniti and Mercedes vehicles at a new plant in Mexico, that will open later this year.
car2go Coming to Denver on June 8
Denver will become the 10th North American city with car2go service on June 8 when the Daimler subsidiary begins offering its car sharing service there.
Daimler, Aston Martin in Partnership Talks
As Aston Martin celebrates its 100th-year anniversary, the British automaker is hard at work finding ways to growing its luxury brand and even just survive.






