Beijing Benz

Beijing Benz Automotive Co., Ltd. (BBAC) is a significant joint venture in the Chinese automotive market, operating as a partnership between BAIC Motor and Mercedes-Benz Group. Established on August 8, 2005, the company's roots trace back to the Beijing Jeep Corporation, which was founded in 1984 as the first Sino-western automotive joint venture with American Motors Corporation (AMC). This long history reflects a series of strategic partnerships, including with Chrysler after its acquisition of AMC and later with Daimler AG.

The business is a comprehensive automotive manufacturing operation that integrates research and development, engine and vehicle production, sales, and after-sales services. BBAC operates as a key component of Mercedes-Benz's global manufacturing network, producing vehicles specifically for the Chinese market. Its business model revolves around the local production and sale of a wide range of Mercedes-Benz vehicles, allowing the German brand to effectively compete in the world's largest automotive market. The company manufactures vehicles that adhere to Mercedes-Benz's global quality standards, ensuring product consistency for its customers.

BBAC produces a diverse portfolio of Mercedes-Benz models, including front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, and electric vehicles (EVs). The product lineup features long-wheelbase versions of the C-Class and E-Class, which are tailored to the preferences of Chinese consumers, alongside various SUV models like the GLA, GLB, and GLC. The company has also embraced the shift to electric mobility by producing several EV models, such as the EQA, EQB, and EQE, and has established local battery production to support its EV manufacturing. Significant milestones include producing its one-millionth vehicle in 2016 and its five-millionth vehicle in early 2024, highlighting its rapid growth and production capabilities.

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