Produces trucks and buses under brands such as Freightliner, Western Star, Thomas Built Buses, FUSO, BharatBenz, Setra, and Mercedes-Benz.
Developing autonomous-ready trucks with a goal of Level 4 autonomous technology in the U.S. market by 2027. Gottlieb Daimler (The Founder)
In 2021, the company announced a spin-off, separating its commercial vehicle business (Daimler Truck) from its passenger car business (Mercedes-Benz) to focus on electric mobility. Daimler Truck Holding AG (Current Structure) daimler
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
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 Produces trucks and buses under brands such as
Recognized as "the father of the motorcycle" and creator of the four-wheeled automobile.
One of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Gottlieb Daimler (The Founder) In 2021, the company
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.