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
Founded on the work of Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz, who created the first motor-driven vehicles in 1886. daimler
Recognized as "the father of the motorcycle" and creator of the four-wheeled automobile. Daimler is a foundational name in automotive 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 Recognized as "the father of the motorcycle" and
The company was known as DaimlerChrysler from 1998 to 2007, then as Daimler AG until February 2022, when it was renamed Mercedes-Benz Group AG.
Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft (DMG) was established in 1890, and merged with Benz & Cie in 1926 to form Daimler-Benz AG.