The origins of Mercedes-Benz go back as far as those of the car itself. The company’s history can be traced back to, among others, German engineer Karl Benz, widely considered to be responsible for ...
It's nearly the 130th anniversary of the invention of the van, which, of course, Mercedes-Benz is celebrating in 2026. Karl Benz created the first motorized transporter in 1896 for the Benz & Cie.