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Who Owns Mercedes-Benz Corporation?

Giancarlo Perlas December 16, 2023

One of the most frequently asked questions out there is “Who owns Mercedes-Benz?” A straightforward answer to that is Mercedes-Benz Group AG. However, within the name are a multitude of entities with their respective stakes within the company. Who Owns Mercedes-Benz? Mercedes-Benz Group AG is a publicly traded corporation, so both institutional and retail shareholders actually own it. According to its latest disclosure, the company has 3.07 billion euros worth of capital stocks and around 1.07 billion shares. The BAIC Group based in China is the largest individual shareholder of Mercedes-Benz, possessing 9.98% of the company’s voting rights. The other notable owners of the corporation include Chinese businessman Li Shufu… Continue Reading »

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A Tribute To The Blitzen-Benz, The Fastest Car In 1909

Giancarlo Perlas December 16, 2023

One of the names that stood out as a symbol of speed and innovation in history was the Blitzen-Benz. This remarkable vehicle shattered speed and performance records when the automotive landscape was still in its infancy in 1909. Let’s take a journey back in time to explore the fascinating story of the Benz 200 PS, a.k.a the “Blitzen-Benz.” Breaking the 200 km/h Barrier The automotive world was in full gear by the turn of the 20th century. Benz & Cie., then the world’s largest car manufacturer, faced stiff competition and a shifting market dynamic during this period. While Carl Benz offered reliability and affordability in automobiles, the demand for speed… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes F1 To Introduce “Pretty Ambitious” Upgrades For The W15

Giancarlo Perlas December 16, 2023

Toto Wolff with Mercedes F1 team and the W14

Mercedes F1 is currently running “a pretty ambitious development” program for the W15 on the way to 2024. That’s according to the team’s technical director, James Allison. What are the Upgrades for the W15 Mercedes F1 Car? Mercedes F1 Technical Director James Allison hopes his team is on the right track this time. He is optimistic that the upcoming W15 will punch their ticket to the championship next season during an interview with the Performance People podcast. Allison didn’t elaborate on the direction they’re heading for the W15 aside from it being “pretty ambitious” but the rumor mill suggests Mercedes is finally heeding Lewis Hamilton’s previous recommendations. One key issue… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-Benz To Unveil More Advanced MBUX And AI At 2024 CES

Giancarlo Perlas December 16, 2023

Mercedes-Benz is taking its AI tech forward by putting a mix of natural and more human-like interaction with it. This feature comes with a graphical enhancement in the MBUX infotainment system to bring a more immersive experience for users. A More Advanced AI Mercedes-Benz is reserving the crucial details of its new artificial intelligence (AI) upgrades for the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES). However, the company CEO, Ola Källenius, hinted in a press release that the intelligent feature of the MBUX (Mercedes-Benz User Experience) system will be more emphatic to the feelings of the user. “Mercedes-Benz is reinventing the digital passenger experience by leveraging AI to offer human-like interaction with… Continue Reading »

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1964 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 404 Camper Conversion Sold For $28K In Auction

Giancarlo Perlas December 15, 2023

1964 Mercedes-Benz Unimog Camper Conversion

The Sprinter and V-Class are virtually the favorites when it comes to camper conversion in the Mercedes-Benz Vans line. For those who want it factory-made, they also have the Marco Polo to turn to. However, the most practical vehicle bearing the three-pointed star mark that can be used for this purpose by far is the Unimog truck because of its versatility in tackling tougher terrains where vans are normally hindered. Recently, a custom camper based on the Mercedes-Benz Unimog was sold in a Bring A Trailer auction, providing us a glimpse of the truck’s potential in off-road, outdoor adventuring. Exterior Appearance The camper’s exterior showcases a refined gray finish on… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes-AMG GT 43 Coupe Spied During Winter Testing

Giancarlo Perlas December 15, 2023

One model noticeably missing in the Mercedes-AMG GT Coupe range is the GT 43. Sure, its ‘4-Door’ version already offers it but the two-door variant is yet to fill that slot. Recent spy shots confirm that the three-pointed star marque is on its way there though. We have been teased with the Mercedes-AMG GT 43 Coupe in the past couple of weeks. A blue-colored unit of it was spotted last month, and now, a white-painted trim of the car was caught on cam while parked on snowy grounds. Design Elements Similar to the one we saw earlier, the spied GT appears to be a toned-down form of the GT 55… Continue Reading »

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Mercedes F1 Reviews The Data Of Lewis Hamilton Due To Major Performance Gap With George Russell

Giancarlo Perlas December 15, 2023

mercedes f1 lewis hamilton george russell

Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 may have capped the year as the runner-up in the Constructors’ Championship, but it’s not resting on its laurels. Now, it’s looking at the angle on its drivers’ huge performance gap. Reports said Mercedes F1 was perplexed at the significant disparity in the performances of Lewis Hamilton and George Russell during races, so it launched a review to find out the reason why. UK’s Daily Express suggested that the latter’s confusion over the matter caused the team to look into it. Hamilton finished 2023 in third place on the Drivers’ Standings with 234 points. Meanwhile, Russell concluded the year in eighth with 175 points. That’s 59 points… Continue Reading »

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