Why Has smart Ceased All Sales?
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Due to the tightening emission standards and the increasing dominance of new energy vehicles, the traditional fuel-powered smart models can no longer meet the market demands in China. Here are the specific details: Reason: According to foreign media reports, Mercedes-Benz will discontinue the sales of its pure electric vehicle brand Smart in the United States and Canada, attributing this decision to the "decline in the microcar market" and high certification costs. In China, the fuel-powered smart models may also be phased out. New Generation: Mercedes-Benz has partnered with Zhejiang Geely Holding Group to establish a joint venture in China, aimed at producing the next generation of Smart vehicles, with global sales expected to commence in 2022. During this transition period, there are several models that can perfectly replace the urban commuting attributes of the Mercedes smart.