Mercedes-Benz German luxury vehicles and AMG performance
Mercedes-Benz is the world's oldest luxury car brand and a pioneer of automotive innovation. From inventing the automobile to leading in safety technology and luxury refinement, Mercedes-Benz sets the standard that others follow.
Karl Benz patented the first gasoline-powered automobile in 1886, and the Mercedes brand name appeared in 1901. Daimler-Benz was formed in 1926, merging the legacies of Karl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler. The brand pioneered crumple zones (1959), ABS (1978), and airbags (1981). The AMG performance division became a wholly owned subsidiary in 1999. Mercedes-Benz launched its EQ electric sub-brand in 2019.
Mercedes-Benz is synonymous with luxury, comfort, and safety. Signature features include the MBUX infotainment system, ambient lighting, Burmester audio systems, and the most advanced driver assistance suite in the industry. AMG models deliver hand-built engines with devastating performance. The S-Class consistently debuts technology that trickles down to the rest of the industry.
The 300 SL Gullwing (1954) is one of the most iconic cars ever built. The W124 E-Class is regarded as the most over-engineered Mercedes ever. The S-Class has been the world's technology flagship for decades. The AMG GT Black Series is one of the fastest road cars on the Nurburgring. The G-Class has been in continuous production since 1979.
Every AMG engine is hand-built by a single technician who signs the engine plate. The three-pointed star logo represents dominance on land, sea, and air. Mercedes-Benz has won more Formula 1 constructors championships than any other team in the modern era. The first Mercedes car was named after the daughter of an early customer.