Mercedes’ global sales drop led by 10% decline in China orders

Mercedes Production China is pictured. — Mercedes production in China. (MERCEDES-BENZ)

April 08, 2025 12:52 PM

Mercedes-Benz is falling further behind in China, its largest market, where fierce competition and an ongoing price war are squeezing European automakers.

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Mercedes’ global sales drop led by 10% decline in China orders

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