The name of “Mercedes-Benz”, one of the most famous and prestigious car brands in the world; until the end of the 19th century stretches out.

Moreover this name with a real person linked. Let’s take a look at where and from whom exactly this name comes.

The name “Mercedes” comes from the daughter of a businessman.

Emil Jellinek, who worked at Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft in the 20th century, was a businessman of Austrian descent. Jellinek participated in car racing and sold luxury cars to the wealthy. His daughter’s name was “Mercedes,” which means “grace” in Spanish, and Jellinek said: He gave this name to his racing cars.

Mercedes 35PK

Produced in 1901; With its aerodynamic structure and powerful engine, Mercedes 35 HP, It was groundbreaking in the automotive world. Mercedes called this car, which was produced on special order. This is where the meaning of the name of the world famous brand Mercedes came from.

Jellinek’s success in motorsport had already increased Mercedes’ popularity in a short time, and we will discuss that in a moment. Daimler-Motoren-Gessellschaft (DMG) All the cars it produced were sold under the “Mercedes” name.

Where does ‘Benz’ come from?

The ‘Benz’ called ‘Mercedes-Benz’ that we are used to seeing is the world’s first petrol engine car. “Benz Patent Motor Car”i iIt comes from Karl Benz, who invented the modern car.

In 1926 ‘Benz&Cie’ appeared. With the merger of the company called “Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft” the name of the brand was changed to today. To “Mercedes-Benz” It has been transformed and is now one of the most prestigious car brands in the world.

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