What is the origin and meaning of Mercedes?
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1. Introduction one: Austrian businessman Emil Jellinek was a customer of Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft (DMG) and named the customized car provided by DMG after his beloved daughter "Mercedes". In 1901, the 35-horsepower "Mercedes" car achieved a breakthrough as the "modern automobile". 2. Introduction two: This "Mercedes" car was an exceptionally outstanding novelty product at that time, incorporating numerous innovative technologies including a powerful engine, honeycomb radiator, long wheelbase, and low center of gravity. Emil Jellinek entered the 35-horsepower "Mercedes" car in races and achieved success. Soon, the name "Mercedes" began to spread widely. 3. Introduction three: In 1902, "Mercedes" was legally protected as a trademark. In the same year, DMG launched the Mercedes "Simplex" series. In 1924, Benz & Cie. and DMG formed a syndicate, which merged in 1926 to become Daimler-Benz AG. In 1998, German Daimler-Benz AG and American Chrysler Corporation merged to form the globally operating DaimlerChrysler AG.
The name Mercedes has quite a story behind it. In 1900, an Austrian businessman named Emil Jellinek was obsessed with racing and often ordered cars from Daimler to compete. Inspired, he named one of his race cars after his young daughter—Mercedes, as her Spanish name meant 'grace' and 'elegance,' exuding sophistication. That car performed exceptionally well in the 1901 race, and Daimler, recognizing the brilliance of the name, trademarked it. Later, in 1926, when Daimler merged with Benz, the name became Mercedes-Benz. This brand name carries both a father's love for his daughter and an aura of elegance and nobility—no wonder the three-pointed star now symbolizes luxury cars.
