synonymmercedes(The triple star logo of Mercedes Benz) generally refers to Mercedes Benz
Mercedes Benz is a world-famous luxury car brand with revenue of 153.218 billion euros in 2023.[86]In January 1886,karl benz Invented the world's firstTricycle, patented（Patent No: DRP 37435), known as the "inventor of automobiles".At the same time, another Mercedes BenzfounderGottlieb Daimler Invented the world's first four-wheel car, since then, the world has changed.In June 1926, Daimler andMercedes BenzConsolidatedDaimler Benz, named after Mercedes Benz, is a representative of high-quality and high-performance automobile products.In addition to high-end luxury cars, Mercedes Benz is also the world's most famous manufacturer of buses and heavy trucks.Mercedes BenzDaimler AG (Daimler AG).
On April 10, 2024, Mercedes Benz announced that it would make a grand appearance at the Mercedes Benz booth in E4 Hall of China International Exhibition Center with 21 star badged cars and forward-looking technologies, including one global debut, seven Chinese debut and auto show debut, and eight Chinese launch.[81]On the same day, Mercedes Benz released the sales data of the first quarter of 2024, and delivered more than 168100 new cars to Chinese customers.[82]
Mercedes Benz is one of the world's top luxury car brands, and is considered to be one of the world's top luxury car brands. Its technical level, excellent quality standards, innovation ability and a series of classic coupe styles are commendable.Internationally, the brand is commonly referred to as Mercedes, while the Chinese mainland calls it "Mercedes", Taiwan translates it as "Mercedes", and Hong Kong translates it as "Pingzhi".
Since Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft (DMG) presented the world's first Mercedes car to its customers on December 22, 1900, Mercedes Benz has become a model in the automotive industry.Its brand logo has become one of the most famous automobile brand logos in the world. For more than 100 years, Mercedes Benz has been the pioneer of automobile technology innovation.
On January 29, 1886, two Germans, Carl Friedrich Benz and Gottlieb Daimler, won the title of the first car in the worldpatent right, marking the birth of the first car in the world.Later, this day was called the birth day of automobiles.More than one hundred years have passed, and Mercedes Benz has already passed its hundred year history. In the past hundred years, with the vigorous development of the automobile industry, many automobile manufacturers have emerged, but ultimately it is just a flash in the pan.For hundreds of years, only Mercedes Benzbeautiful、Ford、BuickandSKODAFive car factories survived the baptism of time[2]。
In 1885 and 1886,karl benz (The full name is Karl Friedrich Benz, also known as Karl Friedrich Benz, or Karl Benz for short. Because the brand name has the word "Benz", and the official website of Mercedes Benz in China uses the translation of "Karl Benz", it is now mostly translated as "Karl Benz") and Gottlieb Daimler have produced their first cars.In 1883, Carl Benz first started the stove and established the Benz Automobile Company in Mannheim.
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Gottlieb Daimler applied for patent for the Trident logo in 1909, but Mercedes Benz belongs to a round badge.Gottlieb Daimler's logo comes from his letter to his wife. He believes that the star he painted on the house at home will bring him good luck. This three pointed star also symbolizes the development of Mercedes Benz in the three directions of sea, land and air.In 1909, in order to commemorate the mass production of his car, Mr. Gottlieb Daimler changed the gear pattern in the Trident into a laurel branch to show victory.The "Mercedes" in the logo is taken from itsAustriaOfCar dealerEmil Jellinek (Emil Jellinek) The name of a beautiful daughter.Mercedes inSpanishIt is a pity that the beauty died of an unfortunate marriage, but the practice of naming her has spread widely.
In June 1909, Daimler Automobile Company applied to register the "Trident" as the symbol of the car, symbolizing the mechanization of landing, water and air.In 1916, a circle was added around it. Four small stars were inlaid on the top of the circle, with the words Mercedes below.
The logo of Mercedes Benz was originally "Benz" with laurel twigs around it.In 1926, Daimler merged with Mercedes Benz, and the star symbol and the laurel branch of Mercedes Benz finally merged into one, with the words Mercedes Benz under them.Later, the laurel branch was changed into a ring, and the words Mercedes Benz were removed.With the merger of these two time-honored automobile manufacturers, the manufacturer once again applied for patent rights for the trademark.The star shaped logo in this ring has evolved into a pattern and has become one of the most famous trademarks in the world.
On June 9, 2023, according to Reuters, the California Motor Vehicle Administration approved the automatic driving system of Mercedes Benz on Thursday to drive on designated highways without the driver's active control under specific conditions.[48]
On December 16, 2023, the relevant departments of Beijing Municipality issued the "Management Rules for Road Test of Conditional Autonomous Vehicles in Beijing's Intelligent Connected Vehicles Policy Pilot Area (Trial)", and Mercedes Benz became one of the first enterprises to be approved for the road test license of Beijing's conditional autonomous vehicles (L3),The test of conditional automatic driving system of designated expressway will be officially launched in Beijing.[63]
In February 2024, at the annual general meeting of shareholders, Kang Linsong, CEO of Mercedes Benz, revealed a major strategic adjustment to the participants and global followers.Mercedes Benz will no longer adhere to its previously set goal of fully selling electric vehicles in major markets by 2030.[76]On March 26, Mercedes Benz CLE coupe was officially launched, with the manufacturer's suggested retail price of 457600-552300 yuan.[80]
On April 10, 2024, Mercedes Benz released the sales data of the first quarter of 2024, and delivered more than 168100 new cars to Chinese customers.At the same time, in the first quarter of 2024, the 5 million localized Mercedes Benz cars will also be successfully rolled off the production line in Beijing Benz.[82]
On April 25, 2024, Mercedes Benz announced that the standard wheelbase E-class sports version of Mercedes Benz has been launched. The price of the E-260 sports version is 459200 yuan, the price of the E-300 fashionable sports version is 513200 yuan, and the price of the E-300 luxury sports version is 564200 yuan.[84]
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Mercedes Benz E-ClassCabriolet
It is no exaggeration to say that every Mercedes Benz is a wonderful story, and the new E-Class sedan reflects the cultural essence of Mercedes Benz.Its double oval shape that combines aesthetics and high efficiencyHeadlightIt makes the road conditions clear at a glance when traveling at night, and the smooth and perfect linesdrag coefficient It is reduced to 0.27, which can save fuel while moving flexibly. It can be used in the front and rearImpact forceBroad impact ofbuffersafety standardsFar beyond the most stringent requirements;Large front seat doubleSafety air bagAnd door side airbag to give passengers maximum protection;andAnti lock system（ABS）And Electronic Ground Performance Subsidy System (ETS) further enhance the handling performance of the vehicle. Advanced valve technology makes the gasoline burn more thoroughly, greatly improving the power efficiency.
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Mercedes Benz SLS AMG
The newest member of Mercedes Benz car family is the world's first production car with automatic air control system.Its unique“Electronic nose”The system uses a special air quality sensor. When the pollution outside the vehicle exceeds the standard, the air quality sensor immediately sends a signal to the system computer and automatically shuts downventilation system Recirculation damper in.Start the high-efficiency activated biomass carbon filter to purify the air and keep the air in the compartment fresh and pleasant.The car also adopts the rain induction type water pump, which can be used according to the amount of rainAutomatic adjustmentThe air maintains the water pulling speed. In addition, the air conditioning automatic constant temperature system independently set on the left and right sides is more satisfactoryinternal causeThe sun exposure makes the temperature risea sensormeetingAuto startThe fan enhances the cooling effect so that drivers can concentrate on driving.
Compact SLK
Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren[2]
As the global high-end sports car market continues to heat up,Mercedes BenzTimely launchSLKSeries.S stands forSports(Sports), L is Lightweight, K isGermanKurz，Short in English.hissilver grayThe car body, bright eyes like headlights and water tankgridImport togethercornering lamp, short and wideTrack widthIt forms the unique sentiment of SLK;Its appearance gives a very simple and compact visual effect, and the body lines also deliberately pursue the smooth and dynamic feeling of a sports car.
Impeccable internal and external configuration
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Internal and external trainingOfSLKSports car with 4 cylinders 2.3L largeSupercharged engine, the maximum output horsepower is 193, the fuel consumption is 8.2 liters per 100 km, and the fuel consumption is 0-100 km/hAcceleration timeIt only takes 6 seconds, the speed is 237 km/h, and the engine is equipped with variable valve delay device andelectronic control Magnets work together forCamshaftA cavity in the drive chain provides oil pressure to rotate slightlyCamShaft according to cam andPiston movementChange the opening and closing time of the valve.To meet the tastes of different car owners, SLK is also equipped with 5-speed electronic control automatictransmissionThe device can measure the driver's agility in using the accelerator and according to the speed change, engine load size, cruiseControl conditionsAnd engine temperature.SLK also has folding hardtop models, which promote safeMacroclimateThis is undoubtedly a logical idea. The hardtop is stored inTail boxThe electronic hydraulic system will cover the hardtop once you press the button.In a word, the new SLK sports car has a new design concept, outstanding appearance and rich connotation. Anyone standing in front of it will be thrilled.
Galloping on the battlefield and defeating heroes
Dignity comes from strength. Today's automobile industry is surging. World Championship Rally, European Championship RallyChina Rally... It is the echo of the same call, and the flames of war are endless. Let's not mention the latest measures of Mercedes Benz, the past history is enough to prove its strength.
In the 1930s, Mercedes, known as the "Silver Arrow", took the lead in the world of racing and made numerous brilliant achievements.In 1934, the first real top class racing car, the Silver Arrow W25, was launched. Under the driving of Rudy Carrario, it achieved a super speed of 311.98 kilometers per hour and became the champion of the European Championships.After winning the championship in 1937 and 1938, the improved W125 became more powerful: Heiman Lan won the championship at an average speed of 261.7 kilometers per hour in the Battle of Avis.W154 came out in 1937, and won six times in 1938, and seven times in 1939, so Heiman Lan won the European championship in 1939.In the same year, he drove Silver W165 toLibyaWon the championship in the car race.
December 11, 2019, 2019《World Top 500 Brands》It was announced that Mercedes Benz ranked 7th.[6]
On July 28, 2020, Mercedes Benz ranked firstForbes2020 GlobalBrand value23rd in the Top 100.[7]
January 2022, byChina Economic NetworkAuto Channel was held and was rated as the brand of China's automobile in 2021.[12]
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Let the tridentStar emblemTo shine in the world is the dream of Mercedes Benz for more than 100 years, and it is also its never giving up pursuit.
After a hundred years of development, Mercedes has become the synonym of the world's most innovative automobile brand.Since December 22, 1900Daimler Since the first Mercedes car of the Automobile Co., Ltd. came out, through unremitting efforts, it has now developed into Daimler AG, one of the world's largest international automobile enterprises.Today, Mercedes Benz, a subsidiary of Daimler AG, has become the most successful luxury car brand with high quality in the world.This brand carries its extraordinary technical strengthquality standardAnd audaciousinnovation abilityAnd a series of automobile legends.
In the world, the Mercedes Benz brand has nearly millions of loyal customers, who own tens of millions of Mercedes Benz cars.These people do not want to drive any other brand of cars because they have full respect for the legend of Mercedes Benz and a special liking for the latest chapter of Mercedes Benz's constant rewriting - the latest fashion models.This legend is based on a hundred years of unremitting innovation andLeading technologyThe achievements are accumulated continuously.Whether it is for automotive applicationsDiesel engine、Safety body、Anti lock braking system（ABS）、Safety air bagESPActive suspensionControl (ABC)Brake assist system(BAS), orElectronic induction braking system(SBCTM), preventivesafety systemPRE-SAFE、night visionAuxiliary system, 7-speedAutomatic transmission7G-TRONIC, etc. The name of the original founder, Mercedes Benz, came into people's mind after this series of innovations.
From the beginning, Mercedes Benz set standards in terms of technology and quality.Today, this leader canMarket supplyDozens of different car lines, including more than 100 different models - this covers almost allLuxury carSegments。PortfolioThe diversification of Mercedes Benzcar sales An important reason for the annual performance of over one million units.According to statistics, after receiving the first order 107 years ago, the company has produced more than 20 million Mercedes Benz cars.
All roads lead to Rome
When it comes to the history of Mercedes Benz, we can't help but mention these four people: Gottlieb Daimler, Karl Benz, Wihelm Maybach and Emil Jellinek.
The first Mercedes Benz was part of the joint work of Carl Benz and Gottlip Daimler decades ago.But what is interesting is that these two pioneers of the automobile era have never actually met. They work and compete with each other.Mercedes Benz developed Mercedes Benz cars, while Daimler and Maybach developed Daimler and later Mercedes cars.Until 1924, the two companies signed a mutually beneficial cooperation agreement. Two years later, in 1926, they merged into Daimler Benz, forming a new brand, a brand destined to be famous in the world - Mercedes Benz.
In 1883, Carl Benz, Max Ross and Friedrich Wilheim Esselinger jointly established Benz&Co. Rheinische Gasmotoren Fabrik.On January 29, 1886, Carl Benz applied for a patent for its three wheeled "vehicle with gasoline engine", and the world's first car was officially born.After several years of further research and development, in 1894, Mercedes Benz launched the world's first mass-produced car, Velo.By 1901, a total of 1200 cars of this type had been produced. At the same time, his competitor Daimler Motoren Geellschaft DMG, a company founded by Gottlip Daimler in 1890, launched a new Daimler car.This car is very smart and powerful, which is very popular with users.
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Daimler Invest money and energy in the pilot plant located in the garden of his Ganstadt villa.The talented Maybach also works side by side with him.In 1884, they gave Otto'sFour stroke enginePerseverance in development has paid off, and a lighter and smaller engine can be installed on the vehicle.This engine was first installed on a bicycle, which is the earliest motorcycle.In 1886, Daimler and Maybach installed an improved engine on the world's first four-wheel vehicle.At the same time, Karl Benz also invented his own tricycle in the factory of Mannheim.
About 11 years later, Daimler'sChief EngineerMaybach met Emil Jelinek.Without Emil Jerin Nike, maybe we wouldn't have heard the name Mercedes.Jerin Nike was already a very rich businessman at that timeViennaThere is a house in Baden nearby and a villa in Nice.When he learned about the advanced cars manufactured by DMG in the newspaper, he went on a trip to Ganstadt.There, a Daimler car picked him up and left the railway station.This "Doppel Phaeton" car left a deep impression on him, and he immediately decided to buy one.But he thinks this six horsepowerVehicle powerStill not strong enough.So he placed more orders with DMG, but specifically asked William Maybach to let the car have more power.After one year, Jay Nike has become more than a customer. He has become an authorized agent of DMG and started to sell DMG cars.
Meanwhile, Daimler Motors from GermanyRacecourseMore and more active on the Internet, and where they appear, there will be the figure of Emil Jerin Nike.An accident related to the Daimler Phoenix racing car in the 1900 "Nice Latuber" mountain race prompted Jerin Nike to suggest Daimler to build cars with greater horsepower and easier control.Maybach's team began to tackle key problems on April 2.DMG and Jerin Nike agreed to jointly develop the market for this future car.The name of the car is Mercedes. This is his 10-year-old daughter'sbaptismal name。On November 22 of that year, the development of the "35 horsepower Mercedes" car was completely completed in Ganstadt.
25 years later, in 1926, Daimler and Mercedes Benz merged into one company, Daimler Benz.It is their lifelong efforts that have built Daimler Benz into the world's top luxury brand carmaker. Their enthusiasm and dreams continue to be the driving force for the company's future.
Create the first
People love Mercedes Benz not only because of itsAppearance designIt represents the trend of different times, and more importantly, its influence on the automotive technology andAutomobile safetyContribution of.From the perspective of technology development, the story of Mercedes is the story of cars.Since 1900, Mercedes Benz has created countless world firsts.The list of the first in the world includes the first supercharged car, the first mass production diesel car, and the first mass production equipmentFour strokeVehicle with fuel injection engine, the first five cylinder engine, the first vehicleTurboType II diesel car, multi link independent rear suspension, fourvalveDiesel engine, common railJettingSystem diesel engine（CDI）, with hydrogenGeneratorFirst ofFuel cell vehicleEtc.
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Mercedes Benz is committed toSecurity technologyHas been studying for more than 70 years
The most obvious embodiment of Mercedes Benz's enterprising technological innovation spirit is initiative andPassive safetyDomain.Safe body, safetysteering system , airbag and anti lock braking system (ABS) and other technologies have saved countless lives.In fact, the original design of Mercedes Benz focused on improving the car'sManeuverabilityandActive safety。In the following years, the maneuverability of the front wheels was further improved, which is why the company always took the lead in motor racing at that time.An important technological innovation that has laid the foundation for today's safety suspension design is the double wishbone on the 1933 Mercedes Benz 380Front axle。The feature of this system is that the front wheels are independently suspended under two parallel forks, which is still usedCoil springThis design is still widely used today, and many variants have been developed.
Today, Mercedes Benz is still committed to the continuous innovation of safety technology, and the PRE-SAFE (preventive safety system), which is the world's first application to the latest S-class car, has created a new car safetynew era。PRE-SAFE is a suite developed for various postures of the crewActive safetyTechnology.When a collision occurs, PRE-SAFE canautomatic monitoring To the sign of collision, and in combination with the active and passive safety systems (such as ABS, BAS, ESP, etc.) on the vehiclepreventive measureTo ensure the safety of passengers.
In 2005, Mercedes Benz launched the night vision assistant system again and applied it to the new S-class car.The night vision assistant system can enable the driver to clearly understand the road condition information through the infrared sensor device at night, which greatly improves the vehicle's ability to drive at nightsafety factor。
Mercedes Benz first developed the safety body
After years of basic research, Mercedes Benz has developed the world's first safe body.The most creative idea comes from Bela Barenyi.On August 28, 1952, he registered a patent for safety car body with the patent number of 854157.In the following seven years, engineers of Daimler Benz transformed Barenyi's invention into actual production.In August 1959, the "tail fin model" - Mercedes Benz 220, 220S and 220SE were the first cars in the world to combine the energy absorption deformation zone with the rigid body.
ABS、The airbags, ESP and ABC were first developed by Mercedes Benz
Mercedes developed the world's first seat belt system, the first head restraint, and conducted the first airbag test.In 1969, Mercedes Benz Accident Research Department was established.A year later, in December 1970, Mercedes engineers showed the world a sample vehicle equipped with the first generation anti lock braking system (ABS).Ten years later, Daimler Benz registered its first airbag patent.In 1978, the S-Class became the first vehicle equipped with anti lock braking system (ABS).In 1981, the subsequent model became the first vehicle in the world that can be equipped with driver airbag and safety belt locking device.In 1985, Mercedes Benz launched chassis management systems such as Automatic Differential Lock (ASD), Acceleration Slip Control (ASR) and Automatic Four Wheel Drive (4MATIC).By 1988, customers had been able to order cars equipped with front seat passenger protection airbags.
In 1992, the driver's airbag and anti lock braking system (ABS) became the standard equipment of all Mercedes Benz cars.In 1995, the Mercedes Benz S600 two seater sports car became the first vehicle equipped with a practical electronically controlled vehicle stability system (ESP), which is a leading technology in active safety control.In the same year, the first side airbag came out.The window curtain was introduced in 1998.Today, every Mercedes Benz is equipped with front and side airbags, anti lock braking system (ABS) and electronic vehicle stability system (ESP).Even the window curtain airbag has become the standard equipment in many models.
"Actual Life Safety Concept" - Comprehensive Safety Technology
Providing the maximum safety guarantee in case of an accident is an important factor in the protection system, but it is no longer the only factor.In this field, a comprehensive technology has been introduced.It starts with the use of electronic auxiliary systems to prevent collisions, then uses a series of member protection systems to protect the safety of passengers, and finally carries out rapid emergency rescue after collisions.This comprehensive technology, called "Mercedes Benz Actual Life Safety Concept", consists of six different stages: "danger warning", "accident prevention", "slight collision", "collision", "member protection" and "emergency rescue".All parts of this advanced safety system have been realized on cars, such as the preventive safety system PRE-SAFE and crash reaction headrests equipped on the new S-class cars.
More than 30 years of environmental protection research experience
Environmental protection has always been one of the priorities of Mercedes Benz research and development.For 30 years, the company has been committed to the research of alternative drive systems, as well as to improving fuel economy and reducing emissions of traditional spark plug ignition engines and diesel engines.Since 1986, all Mercedes Benz gasoline engine vehicles have adopted the closed-loop three-way catalytic converter as the standard configuration.Daimler Benz is the first German automobile manufacturer to use this system as a standard configuration.In 1993, catalytic converters became standard on all Mercedes Benz diesel vehicles.Today, Mercedes Benz vehicles can not only meet the emission standards of the current mandatory regulations, but also meet the needs of the future.
Create a classic
Among the Mercedes Benz models, there is one of the most dazzling models. The pioneering technology of Mercedes Benz is applied to it. This is the flagship car of Mercedes Benz, the S-Class.Its outstanding luxury and comfort, its outstanding security features, and its pioneering new technology all make people see.
During 1972-1980, the Mercedes Benz sedan with chassis number W116 was officially titled as the S-Class, which not only officially opened the legendary history of the S-Class sedan, but also marked the birth of an immortal classic symbol.From that moment on, the Mercedes Benz S-Class sedan was regarded as a model of luxury and exquisite cars in the world, but the beginning of the legend has come even longer.
In 1951, Daimler Benz (the predecessor of Mercedes Benz) grandly launched two products including 220 and 300 at the first Frankfurt Auto Show, which represents the beginning of the S-class brilliant era.The 220 was developed on the basis of 170S, equipped with a new six cylinder engine with a displacement of 2.2L, and the maximum output power reached 59kW.
In March 1954, Mercedes Benz launched a new 220 series of models, of which 220a with a six cylinder engine is from the W187 chassis series.In March 1956, two years after the launch of 220a, the 219 and 220S with the first "pontoon" body design came out.
In August 1959, Mercedes Benz made three very thorough improvements to its original six cylinder engine and applied them to new products. 220b, 220Sb, 220SEb and 300SE also came out one after another.
In August 1965, Mercedes Benz launched a series of models designed by Paul Bracq, including 250S, 250SE and 300SE models.
In March 1966, 300SEL became a new member of this model series.The 250SE and 300SE were discontinued in early 1968.
In January 1968, the successor models 280S and 280SE began to come into the market. The difference between 280S and 280SE and their predecessor lies only in the engine and equipment details.In March, the top model 300SEL 6.3 was launched.300SEL 6.3 is equipped with the V8 engine and automatic transmission of model 600, thus achieving the strong power required by the best sports car.
In May 1975, the new top model 450SEL 6.9 was launched.Since the autumn of 1978, the S-class car has been the first in the world to be equipped with a breakthrough innovative technology - ABS (Anti lock Braking System), which can ensure that the vehicle can have a good steering response even in emergency braking.
In March 1991, at the Geneva Auto Show, Mercedes Benz launched an S-class car with a chassis number of W140, which further improved the ride comfort.The newly developed double wishbone front axle is installed on the subframe, providing the front suspension with a system to isolate the obvious vibration of the body.In addition, the sound insulation characteristics of the windows, which were first applied to the car series, also significantly improved the ride comfort.The 6.0L V12 engine adopts a new design. It is not only the first 12 cylinder engine mass-produced by Mercedes Benz for cars, but also the most powerful engine for Mercedes Benz cars, with a rated power of 300kW.
In March 1994, at the Geneva Auto Show, the appearance of the S-class was further improved.Since December 1996, ESP (electronic stability system) has been applied to S280 and S320 models (with automatic transmission).At the same time, BAS (Brake Assist System) technology has also been put into use.
Love China
As one of the most successful luxury car brands in the world, Mercedes Benz has never given up its dream and pursuit of making the Trident Star Emblem shine globally since its birth.
In 1986, Mercedes Benz (China) Co., Ltd. was established in Hong Kong.
On August 8, 2005, Beijing Benz DaimlerChrysler Automotive Co., Ltd. (BBDC), which was established by Beijing Automotive Industry Holding Co., Ltd., DaimlerChrysler AG and DaimlerChrysler (China) Investment Co., Ltd., was officially established in Beijing.
In 2006, the head office of Mercedes Benz China was moved to Beijing, and the company was renamed Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as Mercedes Benz China), which has all the distribution rights to sell the products of Mercedes Benz Group in mainland China and Hong Kong and Macao special administrative regions.
In August 2007, Beijing Benz Daimler Chrysler Automotive Co., Ltd. (BBDC) was officially renamed as Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. (BBAC).
In 2013, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. (MBCL) and Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. (BBAC) were formally merged to establish Beijing Mercedes Benz Sales Service Co., Ltd,It further enhanced the strength of Mercedes Benz in China.
Mercedes Benz's products sold in China include: A-class cars, B-class cars, E-class long wheelbase cars, S-class cars, CLS class sports cars, CLS class hunting cars, C-class touring cars, B-class sports touring cars, R-class touring cars, GLK class SUV, G-class off-road vehicles, GL class SUV, M-class SUV, C-class coupe, E-class coupe, E-class convertible coupe, SLS supercarSL class roadster, SLK class roadster and smart and Mercedes AMG series.It has built the most abundant product lines in the Chinese market, providing consumers with more personalized choices.
In China, Mercedes Benz has always demonstrated the endless charm of Mercedes Benz brand to consumers with its leading technology, exquisite workmanship, superior quality, considerate service and strong sense of social responsibility, and has maintained a sustained and stable business growth.
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In February 1878, when Carl Benz was 34 years old, he successfully developed aTwo-strokeGas engines.
In April 1882, Gottlieb Daimler resigned from the Otto Company and founded an automobile factory with friends.
In March 1883, Gottlieb Daimler andWilhelm Maybach After obtaining the patent of the world's first high speed (600 rpm) engine, Gottlieb Daimler installed it on a four-wheel carriage ordered from the United States in 1886, making the world's first four-wheel car.
In September 1885, Gottlieb Daimler put hisSingle cylinder engineIt was mounted on a bicycle and made the first motorcycle in the world.In October of the same year, Carl Benz designed and manufactured a cargasoline engineOfTricycle。
In March 1886, Carl Benz inventedgasoline engineAt the same time, Gottlieb Daimler also invented his first four-wheel car. In the same year, he also obtained a patent for marine engine.
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In July 1889, Gottlieb Daimler first installed the fourth gear for his carTransmission。In June 1890, Daimler Motor Corporation (DMG) was founded, and Maybach designed the first inline four cylinderFour stroke engine。
In July 1894, the world first arrived from ParisRouen(Rouen), the car with Daimler engine won.In May 1895, the first bus line in the world was put into operationhorsepowerEngine.In May 1896, Daimler Motor Company successfully manufactured the world's first truck.Gottlieb Daimler produced the world's first four cylinder engine for P&L Company.
In August 1897, the world's first taxiservice companyIn Stuttgart, the car made by Daimler will be used as a taxi and put into operation.
In April 1901, the first 35 horsepower Mercedes sports car manufactured by Daimler Automobile Company won the championship of the Nice LaTurboie Mountain Climbing Race.
In October 1902, Daimler obtained the legal right to use "Mercedes" and took "Mercedes" as its new trademark.
In December 1903, the first Benz car company was equipped with the opposed type,Water-cooled engineandtransmission shaftThe Parsifal car was successfully manufactured.
In November 1910, Benz Automotive Company developed the first 4-valve engine.
In March 1914, Mercedes Benz produced the first 250 hp 12 cylinderaircraft engine。
On June 29, 1926, Daimler and Mercedes Benz merged to establish theDaimler Benz(Daimler Benz). Since then, all the cars they produced have been named "Mercedes Benz".After that, the company insisted on the policy of producing military products and decided to rely onDeutsche Bank AGEstablish a unified German automobile industryKang Caien。
In August 1934, the "Mercedes Benz" car company produced the world's firstbulletproof car770K, specially made for HitlerLimousine, the body is made of 4mm thick steel plate,windshield50mm thick,tyreIt is steel wire mesh bulletproof tire, and the rear seat cushion backrest is equipped withBulletproof steel plateThe floor is also thickened to 4.5mm, and the vehicle weight is more than 5 tons. It is equipped with a 7655mlV8 engine, which can produce 100kw power. This vehicle has produced 17 vehicles, most of which were destroyed byWorld War IIOnly 3 remain as rare treasures.
In April 1936, the "Mercedes Benz" automobile company for the first timeDiesel engineIt is successfully installed on the car, so thatUsage expensesGreatly reduced.
In 1954, the company used gasoline at a high rate on 300SL vehiclesInjection device。Thus becoming the elimination of traditioncarburetorNew technology.
In 1961, the company launched the first model withair suspension 300se.
In September 1969,Daimler BenzIt has attracted the attention of the whole world.The company launched the c111 first generation test vehicle at the Frankfurt Motor Show, which uses a three rotorWankel engine, with an astonishing 280 horsepower.A year later, the second generation of c111 was launched. Unlike the first generation, it uses a Wankel engine with four rotors, which outputs 350 horsepower, making it very outstanding.
In 1972, the company developed a newLuxury car280se。Later, this car was named "s-class" (internal code: w116), which is the earliest s-series train we are familiar with.
In 1974, the world's first vehicle 240d3.0 equipped with a 5-cylinder diesel engine was launched
In 1978, the company launched a lightweight vehicle with 5l displacement at the Frankfurt International Auto Showaluminium alloyEngine car 450slc5.0.
In 1979, the company entered the off-road vehicle market with the newly developed "g-class".
In 1986, Mercedes Benz China Co., Ltd. was established.In the same year, Mercedes Benz (China) Co., Ltd. was established in Hong Kong.
In 1999, the company broke through the threshold of annual sales of 1 million cars for the first time.
In 2014, Mercedes Benz will no longer sponsorNew York Fashion WeekThe New York Fashion Week in February 2015 will be the last sponsorship of Mercedes Benz for the New York Fashion Week.
On June 20 of the same year, Mercedes Benz joined France for three consecutive timesLISIA RELLECIGASponsored the fashion event of the famous European Bratislava Fashion Days fashion show, which triggered the famous EuropeanTelevision mediaFashionTV、Fashion MediaFashion Magazine，Fashion magazineELLEAnd other reports.
On September 30, 2016, Mercedes Benz joined handsLISIA RELLECIGACo sponsored the European Queen of Golf 2016 large-scale beauty pageant at Penati Golf Resort Golf Club as scheduled.Most importantly, this is one of the large-scale beauty contests co sponsored by both sides for three consecutive years.
In November 2021, at the COP26 Climate Change Conference held in Glasgow, Scotland, Mercedes Benz signed a commitment to phase out automobile manufacturers, countries and even cities by 2040fossil fuelAgreement on power vehicles.
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January 31, according toDeutsche PresseStuttgart, Germany reported that German automaker Daimler officially changed its name on Tuesday and will be called Mercedes Benz Group Co., Ltd. in the future.[14]
On February 22, it was reported that Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. had filed with the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration of the People's Republic of China a few days ago, and decided that from August 15, 2022,voluntary recall A total of 10104 EQCs produced from November 30, 2018 to December 15, 2021electric vehicle。
On March 3, a Mercedes Benz spokesman said that the company would stopRussiaMoscowThe region produces vehicles and stops transporting vehicles to Russia.[16]
In March, according to the United States《Wall Street Journal》According to the website, Mercedes Benz recently said that its RussiaBusiness assetsThe potential risk of expropriation may be as high as 2 billion euros, equivalent to 2.2 billion dollars.[17]
threemonth[21]Mercedes Benz announced that when Mercedes Benz drivers equipped with Drive Pilot turn on the advanced driver assistance system of the vehicle, they will assume legal responsibility for the operation of the vehicle.In other words, as long as the car with the Drive Pilot active has an accident, Mercedes Benz will bear the relevant responsibility.[21]
On March 24, the global automotive information platform MarkLines releasedBlade Electric VehiclesSales data of Mercedes Benz Group (Germany): 99000 vehicles (4% of its total sales) ranked 12th.[18]
In March, Road&Track reported that Mercedes Benz announced that when a Mercedes Benz car is equipped with a Drive Pilot, the driver will open the vehicle as a senior driverAuxiliary systemAfter that, the driver is no longer responsible for the operation of the carlegal responsibility。If the vehicle is involved in an accident, Mercedes Benz will bear relevant responsibilities.The driving pilot has been approved in GermanyexpresswayMercedes Benz hopes to launch thisAutomatic driving system。[19]
On March 31, according to the automotive media Automotive News, Mercedes Benz Group said that the upgrading of the situation in Russia and Ukraine led to the interruption of the supply chain and forced the company to adjustSindfingen(Sindelfingen) Some shifts of the factory have not stopped production.This factory is Mercedes Benz's largest factory in China.[20]
May news,Ningde eraIt will become the battery supplier of Mercedes Benz electric G-class vehicles.[22]
On June 14, it was reported that Mercedes announced its support for the EU to ban internal combustion engines after 2035car sales [25]。
In September, Mercedes BenzVietnam?Company Operationsexecutive directorBradley Kelly revealed that,Mercedes AMGThe C 43 car series will be brought into the Vietnamese market by Mercedes Benz Vietnam Company in the form of assembly.This is the first time that Mercedes Benz has assembled the Mercedes AMG C 43 car series in Vietnam.[29]
On September 6, Mercedes Benz said that it would reorganizeBrazilSao PauloOf trucks andBus chassisThe factory will cut 3600 employees.[28]
On October 16, Apple and Mercedes Benz announced that,Apple MusicsupportDolby PanoramaSpace Audio has now been launched as a native experience of Mercedes Benz cars.Apple Music will use MBUX intelligenceHuman computer interaction systemIntegrated into Mercedes Maybach, EQS and EQSSUV, and EQE and S levelsModel.[31]
October 17day[32], new EQE electric SUV and newAMGThe EQE electric SUV made its world debut and made its online debut during the Mercedes - EQ Technology Day.[32]
On October 21, it was reported that Mercedes Benz would launch thepolandestablishElectric truckFactory, in PolandYawal(Jawor) NegotiationLandTo build a plant near its existing battery plant.[33]
On October 22, the launch conference of Mercedes Benz's new EQE model was held at Mercedes BenzHainan UnitedCrown held.[34]
On October 26, Bloomberg reported that Mercedes Benz Group Co., LtdChief Financial OfficerThe company said on the same day that it would sell its Russian business,[35]It will withdraw from the Russian market andfinancial service The subsidiary's shares were sold to local investors, making it the latest automaker to exit Russia.
On December 3, it was reported that Mercedes Benz launched two Marco Polo concept cars.[37]
On December 6, Mercedes Benz's dealer of Mercedes EQ, the world's first pure electric brand, was in JapanYokohama.Opening.[38]
On December 10, the launch conference of 2022 Mercedes Benz domestic heavy trucks in China was held as scheduled, and the official launch started with 518800 yuan.
On December 14, Mercedes Benz announced that it wouldfundMore than 1 billion euros, and its global electric power will be adjusted from 2024dynamic systemProduction network, including battery assembly, electricityDriveandAxle。
2023
January 5, according toYingweidaOfficially, Mercedes BenzCESAnnounced during 2023, will useNVIDIA OmniversePlatform to design and plan manufacturing and assembly facilities.[40]
February 6,President of RussiaPutin approved Mercedes Benz to sell its financial services subsidiary in Russia (Mercedes Benz Bank Rus OOO) to the Russian dealer Avtodom.Avtodom said it expected to complete the transaction by the end of February.[41]
On February 23, Mercedes Benz released theoperating systemMB.OSconcrete planThe operating system will be launched with the new Mercedes Benz Modular Architecture (MMA) platform in the middle of this decade.[43]
On April 4, according to the "Mercedes Benz Star News" WeChat official account, the new Mercedes Benz GLS SUV, Mercedes Maybach GLS SUV and Mercedes AMG GLS 63 4MATIC+were launched globally.[44]
On May 2, Reuters reported that Mercedes Benz announced that it had incorporated its Formula One (F1) team into the company's engineering process to better manufacture more efficient electric vehicles, hoping to compete with Tesla.
, Mercedes Benz Vision One Eleven concept car
On June 15, the Mercedes Benz Vision One Eleven concept car made its world debut.[50]Inspired by the legendary classic Mercedes Benz C 111 experimental car in the 1960s and 1970s.Its pure electric supercar profile is centered on the bow body design, and is equipped with an axial flux motor developed by YASA, a 100% owned subsidiary of Mercedes Benz.
On July 7, Mercedes Benz announced that from 2024, Mercedes Benz owners can use Tesla Super Charge Point in North America.[54]
On September 4, Mercedes Benz's CLA class concept car was launched worldwide, the first model on the MMA platform, with a pure electric range of more than 750 kilometers (WLTP condition).[57]
In December, Mercedes Benz obtained an autonomous driving (L3) test license. The cities where the test was conducted include Beijing, Shanghai and Chongqing。[67]
2024
In January, Mercedes Benz launched a new virtual assistant at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which can provide context based advice and dialogue with users.[70]
On February 21, Mercedes Benz official micro blog announced that the new Mercedes-Maybach GLSSUV was officially launched and two models were provided. The suggested retail price of Mercedes Maybach GLS 600 Ritual Music Edition manufacturer was 2.488 million yuan, and the suggested retail price of Mercedes Maybach GLS 480 manufacturer was 1.833 million yuan.[73]
On March 1, 2024, Mercedes Benz will launch the new E 300 L noble model and E 260 L 4MATIC in the Chinese market, with a total of four models, selling at 475000 to 599800 yuan.[77]
On March 8, 2024,BAIC GroupAccording to the news, with a new long wheelbase E-class vehicle coming off the production line, the cumulative production of Beijing Benz has exceeded the threshold of 5 million vehicles.[78]
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At the end of 2002, under the chief sponsorship of Mercedes BenzTennisProfessional League——Tennis Masters CupThe finals came to China and became the highest standard tennis event held in China.
August 8, 2005, byBAIC Motor Industry Holding Co., LtdAndDaimlerChryslerJoint stock company and DaimlerChrysler (China) Investment Co., LtdBeijing Benz Daimler Chrysler Automobile Co., Ltd（BBDC）It was officially established in Beijing.The establishment of BBDC is another strong proof that Mercedes Benz attaches great importance to and invests heavily in the Chinese market, which further strengthens the strength of Mercedes Benz in China, and also officially opens the prelude to the domestic production of Mercedes Benz E-Class cars.
On December 22, Beijing Benz Daimler Chrysler Automotive Co., Ltd. was among the first batch of domestic manufacturers.
As of December 31, 2006, the first annual sales volume of Mercedes Benz E-Class cars in mainland China exceeded 5500, an increase of 89% over the overall sales volume of E-Class cars in 2005.
March 14, 2006Announced on[71]ATP and the Shanghai Municipal Sports Bureau renewed the Master Cup until 2008, and the Master Cup will be settled in Shanghai for four consecutive years. This has undoubtedly played a positive role in deepening the understanding of the Chinese public about the Tennis Master Cup and promoting the development of tennis in China.
On November 17, the new generation Mercedes Benz E-Class sedan also officially entered the Chinese market.The new generation E-Class sedan has nearly 2000 new or improved parts, creating the latest standard of domestic luxury cars in safety, comfort, power and other aspects, and becoming the undisputed pinnacle of domestic luxury cars.
On October 14, 2007, Daimler Chrysler officially changed its name to Daimler AG by voting at the general meeting of shareholders. So far, the separation procedure between Daimler Germany and Chrysler America has ended, and the 10-year cooperation between the two sides has ended.Beijing Benz DaimlerChrysler Automotive Co., Ltd. also immediately closed the relevant production lines of the 300C products and the old generation E-class products. To avoid the loss of the dealer's sales rights and interests, the dealer can continue to sell the remaining inventory of Chrysler products.
In April 2008, Daimler Northeast Asia Parts Trade Service Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Northeast Asia Investment Co., Ltd., was officially established. As a wholly-owned subsidiary of Daimler Northeast Asia Investment Co., Ltd., Daimler Northeast Asia Parts Trade Service Co., Ltd.'s service field covers almost all models on the market in China,Including Mercedes Benz brand cars, commercial vehicles and van, Maybach brand and smart brand cars, the company's purpose is to integrate the after-sales service system and logistics service level of auto parts throughout China.
In June, all four Daimler companies in China moved to the Daimler Building in Wangjing area, with an independent super large office area.On the other hand, Beijing Benz, which was compensated by Daimler Group with 6.7 billion yuan, actively sent technicians to Germany to learn from it. Finally, in March 2008, Beijing Benz, which had been refitted with production lines, officially launched a domestic Benz C-class sedan, achieving a gratifying scene of domestic and imported C-class sales at the same time. It had a hard start from the annual sales of more than 700 cars,By the first quarter of 2010, the sales volume of domestic Benz C-class cars had increased by 124.9% year on year, and the market share had risen to 26.5%;The sales volume of domestic Mercedes Benz cars under Beijing Benz increased by 140.9% year on year, contributing 99% to the growth of the whole Mercedes Benz brand;The contribution rate of domestic Mercedes Benz C-class cars to all Mercedes Benz models in the Chinese market reached 37.7%.At the end of January 2010, "Beijing Benz DaimlerChrysler Automotive Co., Ltd." was adjusted to "Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd.", and the English abbreviation was changed from BBDC to BBAC.BAIC has completely cast off the shadow of Chrysler and will concentrate on Mercedes Benz.
At the end of April 2010, Beijing Benz's new long wheelbase E-Class 300L sedan debuted in the world at the 2010 Beijing Auto Show. According to the plan, on May 10, Benz's long wheelbase E-Class sedan will be officially produced in Beijing Benz. A total of three models will be launched in June, the first to be launched are E300L and E260L, and the E200L will be launched at the beginning of 2011.So far, Beijing Benz has stepped onto the high-speed track of development.
The cooperation project of Daimler in China also includes Fujian Daimler, which mainly produces MPV models of Vito, Viano and Sprinter. In June 2007, Fujian Daimler Automotive Industry Co., Ltd. was jointly established by Fujian Automotive Industry Group Co., Ltd. and Daimler Light Vehicle Hong Kong Co., Ltd. with 50% shares of both sides.The factory is located in Qingkou Automobile Industrial Park, Fuzhou City, Fujian Province. The total investment of the project is 208 million euros, including 160 million euros of registered capital, 188 million euros of total construction investment, 660000 square meters of total planned production and logistics land, and 40000 vehicles per year in the first phase.In order to manufacture world-class Mercedes Benz commercial vehicles, the company will introduce the world's most advanced automobile production technology, import advanced key production equipment, and build welding, coating and final assembly production lines and supporting facilities.In October 2007, the company officially laid the foundation and built the factory. In May 2010, Vito and Viano products were mass produced and listed.Introduced by Sprinter in 2011.
In 2013, COSCO cooperated with Mercedes Benz to launch the client super sharing.The event is expected to last for six months, during which the weekly champion, monthly champion and total champion will be selected. The weekly champion and monthly champion will receive mysterious gift packages such as well-known digital audio and video products, high-value shopping vouchers, and the total champion award is a car provided by Mercedes Benz.
June 5, 2014, NationalGeneral Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and QuarantineRelease of import of MercedesMercedes BenzOfRisk warningMany Mercedes Benz models are prone to gear shifting misoperation, so the owner must drive carefully.AQSIQ reported that in June 2014Entry-Exit Inspection and Quarantine The agency found during the inspection of imported Mercedes Benz cars that there is no need to press the unlock key or step on thebrake pedalOther operations such as D gear can be directly pushed to R gear, which may cause accidents and vehicle damage.At around 10:00 on August 4, the anti-monopoly investigation team of the National Development and Reform Commission made a surprise visit to theHuqingping HighwayAt the Mercedes Benz Shanghai office on No. 989, several Mercedes Benz executives were interviewed.[9]
This recall affects some 2014 and 2015 Lingte 2500 and 3500 passenger trucks, because the fuel may come from a chain in the four cylinder diesel engineTensionershimLeakage around, which increases the risk of fire or engine stalling.In addition, the leaked fuel may also affect the driving of other vehicles, thus increasing the risk of collision.
The recall is expected to start around December 26, and Mercedes Benz dealers will replace the chain tensioner gasket for the affected vehicles free of charge.
On December 19, 2014, Mercedes Benz also announced the recall of 4871 2014 and 2015 E-Class cars, as well as M-class and GLK class SUVs due to similar problems.[10]
From May 20, 2015, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. recalled some imported 2012-2013 Mercedes Benz A180 (176 platform) and B180 (246 platform) cars, with the production date from February 29, 2012 to June 30, 2013.According to statistics, 10585 vehicles are involved in China.
Mercedes Benz has moved towardsAQSIQRecall plan is filed.For vehicles within the scope of this recall, due to manufacturing reasons, the outside of the left and right transmission half shaftsaxle sleeveInsnap ringIt may disengage, and in some cases, it may cause the interruption of the vehicle power output (but the vehicle still has the normal steering and braking functions), which may pose a safety hazard.To this end, Mercedes Benz will carry out free inspection on all vehicles involved, and replace the snap ring in the outer shaft sleeve of the transmission half shaft to eliminate hidden dangers.
Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. has filed a recall plan with the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China, and will recall some imported CLS class (218 platform) vehicles of 2015 model year from September 7, 2015.The production date is from April 20, 2015 to April 22, 2015.According to the company's statistics, a total of 22 vehicles are involved in mainland China.
For Mercedes Benz vehicles within the scope of this recall, it is found through product monitoring that due to supplier's production deviationRubber sealing stripMay be damaged, rubber in some casesSealing stripMay be partially detached from the middleHeat shieldThe detached sealing strip may cause the vehicle to catch fire due to contacting the high-temperature parts of the engine, which may pose a potential safety hazard.Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will conduct free inspection and replace corresponding parts for vehicles within the recall scope to eliminate potential safety hazards.
On November 2, 2015, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine of the People's Republic of China announced that due to potential safety hazards, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will recall some S500 imported from 2014-20164MATICCoupe and other models.
Specifically, since November 2, 2015, some imported S 500 4MATIC coupes and S 63 AMG 4MATIC (217 platform) cars of 2014-2016 model years have been recalled (production date: April 25, 2014 to February 25, 2015).The left and right sides of the front seats of vehicles within the scope of this recallSafety beltThe installation of may be slightly different from the standard, which may affect the locking and tightening function of the safety belt, and there is a potential safety hazard.
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Since November 13, 2015, recall some imported S 400 L HYBRID (222 platform) of 2013-2015 modelHybrid electric vehicle(Production date: February 25, 2013 to September 24, 2014).Vehicles within the scope of this recall, controlfuel system There may be errors in relevant software, which may lead to vehicle stalling and potential safety hazards.
Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will actively recall all vehicles involved, and carry out targeted free maintenance orSoftware upgradeTo eliminate hidden dangers.The vehicles in stock will be sold after the hidden danger is eliminated.
In January 2016, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., LtdGeneral Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and QuarantineThe recall plan has been filed, and the imported 2015 Mercedes Benz C 200 will be recalled from February 1, 2016WagonThe production date is from March 16, 2015 to April 15, 2015. According to the company's statistics, 194 vehicles are involved in mainland China.
For vehicles within the scope of this recall, due to vehicle manufacturing reasons, the illumination angle of the right headlight of the vehicle may not meet the requirements of ChinaMandatory standardsRequirements, there are potential safety hazards.Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will recall vehicles through dealers authorized by Mercedes Benz to check the headlights of the affected vehicles for free and adjust them as needed to eliminate potential safety hazards.
In January 2022, a total of 41 imported CLA vehicles with production dates from June 25, 2020 to July 4, 2020 will be recalled.
Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will inspect the electric vehicles within the recall scope for free through the authorized dealer of Mercedes BenzPower steeringIf the power supply line connector of the system has been polluted, clean it to eliminate potential safety hazards.[13]
From July 1, 2022, the recall production date is from April 7, 2015 to January 23, 2017Partial installationThere are 385 imported and domestic Class C and Class E vehicles with air suspension.
Air suspension of some vehicles within the scope of this recallcompressorOfPressure relief valveIt may be stuck due to corrosion, resulting in the inability to adjust the horizontal height of the vehicle as expected, and the body may be stuck at a certain height of the suspension, which cannot be lowered. This does not comply with the relevant requirements of the relevant national mandatory standards on vehicle air suspension, and there is a potential safety hazard.
Vehicles within the scope of this recallFuel tankPressure sensorOfFixing clipNot satisfiedCorrosion resistanceRequirements.After the vehicle is used for a long time, the fixing clamp may weaken the fixing force due to corrosion, which may cause the fuel tank pressure sensor to loosen due to vibration during the driving process of the vehicle. In extreme cases, the sealing of the fuel tank may be affected, which may lead to non-compliance with the requirements of relevant regulations on the sealing of the fuel system of motor vehicles, with potential safety hazards and unreasonable emission risks.
Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will replace the fixing clip of the fuel tank pressure sensor for vehicles within the recall scope free of charge to eliminate potential safety hazards and unreasonable emission risks.
In March 2022, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. and Beijing Benz Automobile Co., Ltd. filed a recall plan with the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration according to the requirements of the Regulations on the Administration of Defective Automobile Product Recall and the Implementation Measures of the Regulations on the Administration of Defective Automobile Product Recall,A total of 5034 imported S-class vehicles with production dates from June 21, 2021 to November 8, 2021 were recalled.A total of 25773 domestic Class C vehicles produced from December 9, 2020 to November 29, 2021 were recalled.
On March 25, Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. recalled 4628 Class C vehicles with production dates from March 26, 2021 to September 22, 2021.Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. recalled some imports of Class A, B, ECLA、CLS、GLC SUV、GLB SUV、GLE SUV、GLS SUV、AMG GT38318 vehicles in total;Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. recalled some domestic Class A, Class EGLA, GLB SUV, GLC SUV, EQC vehicles, a total of 17312 vehicles.
On April 22, the reporter from Nandu learned from the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration that Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. and Beijing Benz Automobile Co., Ltd. recently announced the recall of two imported AMG GT cars, 16 imported S-class cars and 13 domestic C-class cars.
May 13, according toSina FinanceIt is reported that Mercedes Benz USA Branch will recall more than 290000 vehicles because a defect in the vehicle may reduce the braking performance or lead to brake failure, thus increasing the risk of collision.
In May, Mercedes Benz announced that it would recall 120302 vehicles.The reason for the recall of 120297 imported ML, GL and R grade vehicles is that the vehicles brake after long-term useBoosterThe water vapor accumulated under the last rubber ring for decoration may cause corrosion at the bottom of the brake booster housing.This will lead to leakage of the brake booster and weakening of the brake assistance, resulting inbrake pedalForce increasebraking distanceIncrease.In the case of very serious corrosion, it is impossible to completely eliminate the mechanical damage of the brake booster caused by special force or heavy stepping on the brake pedal, resulting in the brake pedal andbraking systemThe connection between the two is interrupted, and the vehicle cannot be slowed down by stepping on the brake pedal, which increases the risk of vehicle collision and has potential safety hazards.
On June 4, Mercedes Benz Group, an automobile enterprise, said that it would recall nearly 1 million vehicles worldwide, including ML series models produced between 2004 and 2015, due to possible problems with brake boosters of some vehicles.[23-24]
In August, according to the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd《Regulations on the Administration of Recall of Defective Automobile Products》And《Measures for the Implementation of the Regulations on the Recall Management of Defective Automobile Products》The recall plan has been filed with the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration, and the following vehicles are planned to be recalled.From August 15, 2022, a total of 11212 imported GLESUV and GLSSUV vehicles with production dates from October 28, 2018 to November 8, 2021 will be recalled.From August 5, 2022, a total of 36 imported GLCSUV vehicles with production dates from May 31, 2021 to June 14, 2021 will be recalled.From September 1, 2022, 660 imported EQS vehicles with production dates from September 3, 2021 to November 25, 2021 will be recalled.[27]
September 2News of the 7th[30]Mercedes Benz Automotive (Korea) Co., Ltd. recalled 3974 vehicles in South Korea, involving CLA 250 4MATIC, A 220 Hatch, A 250 Hatch, A 220, A 250, A 250 4MATIC, B 220, GLB 220, GLB 250 4MATIC, GLA 250 4MATIC and other models.The reason for recall is that the fuel supply hose assembly process is wrong, and vibration during vehicle operation will cause interference between the fuel supply hose and the air inlet pipe.In case of continuous interference with the air intake pipe, the fuel hose may be damaged and cause fuel leakage.[30]
In December, according to the website of the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. recently filed a recall plan with the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration in accordance with the requirements of the Regulations on the Administration of the Recall of Defective Automobile Products and the Implementation Measures of the Regulations on the Administration of the Recall of Defective Automobile Products, and planned to recall the following vehicles.
Since January 20, 2023, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. has recalled 11353 CLS and E-Class cars imported from January 11, 2018 to June 29, 2022.The fixing device of 12V battery in the trunk of some vehicles within the scope of this recall may not be able to bear the load caused by accidental collision, resulting in battery displacement.In extreme cases, the battery andElectrical connectionDisconnection, resulting inEmergency call, power seat adjustment, hazard warning lamp, automatic door unlocking, etcsafety protection Function failureThere are potential safety hazards.[39]
On April 6, 2023, the Ministry of Land and Transport of South Korea said that Mercedes Benz South Korea would voluntarily recall different models of cars to repair faulty parts.[45]
On May 6, according to the disclosure of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Mercedes Benz is recalling some 2023 EQE 350, S580e, 2022-2023 EQS 450, EQS 580, 2022 AMG EQS 53 and EQS 450+models, totaling 3823 vehicles.The recall reason is that the high-voltage battery monitoring system software may not remind the driver of battery failure, thus increasing the risk of collision, injury or fire.The dealer will update the battery management system software for free.[46]
On May 10, the Ministry of Land, Land and Transport of South Korea announced that due to the discovery of manufacturing defects, more than 20000 vehicles of eight models, such as E220d and C220d, imported from Mercedes Benz and sold in South Korea, would block the fuel supply line and cause engine stalling due to foreign matters generated after the wear of some parts, and were required to be recalled.[47]
On June 5, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration disclosed that Mercedes Benz America applied to recall 8281 EQS 450, AMG EQS, EQS 580 and AMG EQE vehicles in 2022-2023, on the grounds that a software error in the electric drive system may lead to the loss of driving force.The dealer will update the electric drive system software free of charge.[49]
On July 6, according to Bloomberg, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States disclosed that Mercedes Benz America will recall 8178 of 2022-2023 C300 and 2023 AMG C43 models. The reason for the recall is that the electrical harness is improperly fixed, which may lead to harness damage and loss of driving force.The dealer will check and repair the wiring of the transmission harness.[53]
July,Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., LtdAccording to the requirements of the Regulations on the Administration of the Recall of Defective Automotive Products and the Implementation Measures of the Regulations on the Administration of the Recall of Defective Automotive Products, the recall plan was filed with the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration of the People's Republic of China: a total of 32786 imported S-class and EQS vehicles with production dates from June 14, 2021 to March 22, 2023 were recalled.[55]
On August 9, the Ministry of Land, Land and Transport of the Republic of Korea announced that it would take measures to recall 14057 vehicles of 21 different models produced or imported and sold by eight companies including Mercedes Benz, because manufacturing defects had been identified.[56]
On September 15, according to the disclosure of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Mercedes Benz America Co., Ltd. will recall some 2023 GLC300 models, totaling 11853.The recall reason is that the threaded connection between the front towing eye and the cross beam may be insufficient and may fall off during the traction.The dealer will check and replace the front cross member free of charge as required.[58-59]
On October 12, according to the disclosure of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Mercedes Benz America will recall some 2022-2023 AMG SL55 and AMG SL63 vehicles, totaling 5326 vehicles.The recall reason is that the electrical harness of the starter and alternator may not be properly fixed, which may lead to short circuit, loss of driving force, or overheating of the harness.The dealer will fix the starter and alternator harness free of charge.[60]
In November, Mercedes Benz America Co., Ltd. applied to recall 8 2020 GLS580 vehicles.Due to software error, the sunroof may be closed unexpectedly when the "car washing mode" is activated.[61]Some 2019-2020 A220, 2020 CLA250, GLB250, AMG A35, AMG CLA45, AMG CLA35 and 2021 GLA250 models will be recalled, totaling 42742 vehicles.The reason for recall is that the vehicle may not be equipped with a tester to check the wear of the rear brake pads.The dealer will install the tester free of charge and provide supplementary owner's manual information.[62]
In December, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States disclosed that because the roof panel may fall off from the vehicle, Mercedes Benz America recalled 2976 Class C, CLA, GLA, S, GLC and GLE vehicles of 2014-2020 model year;Mercedes America recalled 10 2023 EQE 350 cars due to software error of headlight control unit.[65]
On December 27, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. filed a recall plan with the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration. From December 29, 2023, 13433 imported GLE SUV hybrid vehicles with production dates from September 17, 2019 to September 28, 2023 were recalled.Due to the deviation in the software development process of the ESP control unit, the auxiliary braking function of vehicles within the scope of this recall is delayed. When the vehicle is driven in pure electric mode in certain environments such as wet weather, the driver may be required to apply more force to brake, and the braking distance is longer, which may lead to potential safety hazards.[68]
On March 20, 2024, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration disclosed that the 48V ground connection under the passenger seat may not be properly fixed, which leads to overheating of the ground connection and increases the fire risk. Mercedes Benz America will recall some 2023-2024 GLE 350, 2020-2024 GLE 450 and other models, totaling 116020 vehicles.[79]
On February 20, 2024, the recall notice issued by the German Federal Motor Vehicle Transport Administration (KBA) shows that, due to the possible problems of some fuses, or engine failure and the risk of fire, Mercedes Benz will recall nearly 250000 vehicles produced, including Class C, CLE, E, S, SL, GLC and AMG GT models, as well as EQE and EQS electric vehicles.[72]
On February 24, 2024, Mercedes Benz America will recall some 2020-2023 GLE 450 and GLS 450 vehicles, totaling 105071 vehicles, because the transmission may not be able to fully downshift under certain circumstances, resulting in engine stalling.[74]
In February 2024, Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will recall one imported GLE SUV with production date of June 12, 2023.The recalled vehicles used too long bolts to fix the high-pressure fuel pump during assembly, which may affect the sealing between the high-pressure fuel pump and the oil pump, resulting in fuel and oil leakage. If contacting high-temperature components, there is a risk of fire.Mercedes Benz (China) Automobile Sales Co., Ltd. will replace the high-pressure fuel pump assembly for vehicles within the recall scope free of charge through the authorized dealer of Mercedes Benz, and use the correct bolts for assembly to eliminate safety hazardsPatient.[75]
On April 11, 2024, it was reported that Mercedes Benz recalled 340956 GLE and GLS vehicles produced between 2017 and 2023 due to potential fire hazards.[83]
On May 16, 2024, the Japanese subsidiary of the German automobile manufacturer Mercedes Benz Group reported to the Ministry of Land, Resources and Transport of Japan that some vehicles would be recalled due to defects in the electric power steering system.The recalled objects include 34 models, including "A180" and "B180", manufactured from October 2018 to April 2024, with a total of 112261 vehicles.[85]
Price antitrust case
On April 23, 2015,JiangsuThe provincial price bureau released the punishment result of the Benz automobile price monopoly case, fined the Benz company 350 million yuan, becoming the largest automobile anti-monopoly in China at presentinfringement notice。On May 1,Modern Express Journalists fromJiangsu ProvinceThe Price Bureau learned that upon verification, Mercedes Benz had paid a fine of 350 million yuan in full to Jiangsu Province on April 30Financial accounts。
According to the notice of Jiangsu Provincial Price Bureau, Mercedes Benz and dealers in Jiangsu Province have reached and implemented a policy of limiting the minimum resale price of E-class and S-class vehicles and some accessoriesMonopoly agreement, violated the provisions of Article 14 of the Anti monopoly Law, and excluded and restricted relevantmarket competition , damagedconsumers'benefit。Jiangsu Provincial Price Bureau believes that Mercedes Benz has played a leading and promoting role in the process of reaching and implementing the monopoly agreement.
In accordance with the provisions of Article 46 and Article 49 of the Anti monopoly Law, Jiangsu Provincial Price Bureau has imposed a penalty on Mercedes Benz for the previous yearRelevant marketsA fine of 7% of sales, totaling 350 million yuan.Dealers who have reached and implemented monopoly agreements organized by Mercedes Benz will be fined 1% of the relevant market sales in the previous year. Dealers who voluntarily report the situation related to the conclusion of monopoly agreements and provide important evidence will be exempted or given a lighter punishment according to law.For NanjingWuxi、SuzhouMercedes Benz dealers in three places were fined a total of 7.869 million yuan.[11]
"Squint eyes" dispute video
On December 25, 2021, the "Mercedes Benz advertising model makeup" released by Mercedes Benz Weibo caused controversy and was on the hot search.Sydes Benz Weibo has deleted the related Weibo and video released on December 25.It is reported that the duration of the video advertising video involved is 50 seconds.In the video, Mercedes Benz used two model partners, a man and a woman, to promote the new car.Among them, the eye hanging makeup of female models once again catered to the discriminatory impression of the western "yellow peril theory", which made many netizens very uncomfortable.
Manipulate emission data
February 7, 2022day[15]Mercedes Benz and its Korean subsidiaries were fined 20.2 billion won (about 107 million yuan) for manipulating emission data.The South Korean antitrust regulator said that it had decided to impose a fine of 20.2 billion won on the German automaker Mercedes Benz and its Korean subsidiaries because of its false advertising related to the gas emissions of diesel passenger vehicles.[15]
On June 26, 2023, the German Supreme Court ruled that automobile manufacturers such as Mercedes Benz have the obligation to compensate the victims of the "emission gate" incident, and the specific compensation standard is 5% - 15% of the purchase price of the owner.[52]
Body stability control software defect
On June 20, 2023, according to Yonhap News Agency, the Ministry of Land and Transport of South Korea announced that Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes Benz, General Motors, Ford, Bentley (Volkswagen), Ferrari and other seven companies had taken voluntary recall measures for some models produced or imported in South Korea due to parts problems, involving a total of 326723 vehicles of 22 models.A total of 9178 Mercedes Benz S580 4MATIC and other 10 models have software defects in the body stability control device.[51]
Cracks in the rear axle differential housing
On December 19, 2023, according to the disclosure of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, because the rear axle differential housing may have cracks, or cause oil leakage to the road or axle failure, Mercedes Benz America recalled some 2022-2023 AMG G63 special edition 4x4 ² vehicles, a total of 588 vehicles.[64]
On December 24, according to the Associated Press of Finance, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration of the United States disclosed that, because the roof panel may fall off from the vehicle, Mercedes Benz America recalled 2976 cars of Class C, CLA, GLA, S, GLC and GLE from 2014 to 2020;Mercedes America recalled 10 2023 EQE 350 vehicles due to software error of headlight control unit.[66]
On December 27, the State Administration of Market Supervision and Administration issued three recall announcements. Mercedes Benz announced that it would recall a total of 13433 imported GLE SUV hybrid vehicles from December 29, the largest number of recalls.The reason for the recall is the deviation in the software development process of the control unit of the vehicle's stable driving system (ESP), and the delay of the intervention of the auxiliary braking function. When the vehicle is driven in the pure electric mode in certain environments such as wet weather, the driver may be required to apply more force to brake, and the braking distance is longer, which may lead to potential safety hazards.[69]
