Category: DaimlerChrysler

Filed under: Hatchbacks, DaimlerChrysler, Mercedes Benz, SMART
According to the latest reports, Mercedes has finally realized why its A-Class and B-Class compacts haven’t been doing so well: they’re boring, overpriced and underpowered… and that’s a losing combination. So for the next generation of the two model lines that’s expected around 2011, Mercedes is reportedly preparing to […]

Filed under: Government/Legal, Green, DaimlerChrysler
The automaker formerly known as DaimlerChrysler isn’t finished making headlines yet. The NHTSA, which levies fines for manufacturers not meeting CAFE standards, has issued its largest penalty to any automaker, ever, by giving DaimlerChrysler a bill for $30,357.635.50.
The fine is for the carmaker’s entire fleet, which includes Mercedes models produced here […]

Filed under: Etc., Chrysler, DaimlerChrysler, Dodge, Ford

Chrysler and Ford have been at the top of the headlines all year long for various reasons, with Ford continuing to slim down by selling off its PAG brands, while Chrysler got dumped by Daimler and went private at the hands of Cerberus Capital Management. 2008 looks to be […]

Filed under: Trucks/Pickups, Plants/Manufacturing, Commercial Trucks, DaimlerChrysler
Daimler is joining throngs of other automakers, including Navistar, Nissan and Volvo, to establish India as one of the largest builders of commercial trucks in the world. Its newest venture involves a partnership between Daimler AG and India’s Hero Group (great name!), with Daimler investing some $420 million for […]

Filed under: Supercars, Aston Martin, DaimlerChrysler, Mercedes Benz
Daimler and Dar, the Kuwait-based investment firm that holds a 50-percent stake in Aston Martin, are reportedly in talks to explore investment opportunities between the two automakers. The folks from Mercedes-Benz’ parent company paid a visit to Dar on Tuesday, and the Aston Martin contingent is expected to […]