Daimler May 2026

Produces trucks and buses under brands such as Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built Buses, FUSO, BharatBenz, Setra, and Mercedes-Benz.

Daimler is a foundational name in automotive history, spanning the invention of the automobile to the creation of one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers. As of 2026, the legacy is split between two separate, publicly traded companies— (luxury cars) and Daimler Truck Holding AG (commercial vehicles). Key Aspects and History daimler

Founded on the work of Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz, who created the first motor-driven vehicles in 1886. Produces trucks and buses under brands such as

Developed a high-speed petrol engine, nicknamed the "grandfather clock" due to its shape, and fitted it to carriages, boats, and motorcycles. Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) Daimler Truck North America: Start Key Aspects and History Founded on the work

One of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers.

Strongly focused on battery-electric and hydrogen fuel-cell technology for sustainable transportation, with a goal of up to 60% of sales being zero-emission vehicles by 2030.