The different divisions of Mercedes-Benz look set to become legally separate entities.
The Mercedes car and vans and Daimler truck and bus businesses would sit separately under German automaker Daimler’s business umbrella, AP reports.
If the changes go ahead, it would mirror those which have been made to the Mercedes financial services division.
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Daimler AG chief executive Dieter Zetsche, says adapting to a changing world would “make sure we are optimally prepared for the challenges in the new automotive era”.
The Freightliner, Western Star and Fuso brands are all part of the company’s truck and bus business.
AP reports the earliest changes could be made is at the company’s 2019 shareholder meeting.
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