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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Mercedes-Benz opens first showroom in Patna, sees Bihar as a key emerging market
Mercedes-Benz has opened its first showroom in Patna. Check Offers Mercedes-Benz has inaugurated its first-ever showroom in Patna. Operated by Landmark Cars, the showroom launch marks the German luxury car manufacturer's expansion in the state that is considered one of the backwards ones in the luxury carmaker's map in India. However, Mercedes-Benz India sees Bihar as one of the key emerging markets in the country and aims to strengthen its presence in such emerging markets. With the launch of the showroom in Patna, the automaker aims to tap the growth potential there. Spread across 16,500 square feet, the new showroom is the brand's first 3S (Sales, Service and Spares) facility in Patna. This showroom also has an electric vehicle support ecosystem. The showroom is equipped with a 60W DC fast charger for electric vehicles. The EV charger will be accessible to all the electric vehicle owners in the city. Also, the facility is capable of displaying the complete Mercedes-Benz model range, including top-end luxury vehicles like the S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and AMG performance models. Customers will have access to test drives, vehicle handovers in a dedicated bay and a complete range of after-sales service for their vehicles at the facility. The showroom comes with digital consultation tools and dedicated customer lounges. The Patna showroom is a key part of Mercedes-Benz's bigger plan to expand its presence in the key growth markets across the country. The luxury car marque is also planning to open additional retail outlets in Kanpur, Varanasi, and Udaipur. Besides that, it has recently launched showrooms in cities such as Agra and Jammu. The automaker currently has a retail presence in 50 cities across India, with 125 touchpoints nationwide. Speaking on the inauguration of the Mercedes-Benz Patna showroom, Santosh Iyer, MD and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, said the company is delighted to inaugurate Patna's first-ever luxury car showroom, marking a significant milestone in he brand's journey in the country. "Patna represents the evolving aspirations of new-age customers, with a growing appetite for luxury products, services and experiences," he added. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 22 Jul 2025, 08:25 am IST
Time of India
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Mercedes-Benz opens first showroom in Patna
Mercedes-Benz India has inaugurated its first showroom in Patna, operated by Landmark Cars. The new outlet marks the company's expansion into Bihar and supports its ongoing strategy to establish a presence in emerging markets. The facility, spread across 16,500 sq. ft., is the first 3S (sales, service, and spares) Mercedes-Benz dealership in the city. Landmark Cars, one of the brand's long-standing partners, will manage operations at the site. Santosh Iyer, MD and CEO, Mercedes-Benz India, said, 'We are delighted to inaugurate Patna's first-ever luxury car showroom, marking a significant milestone in Mercedes-Benz's India journey. Patna represents the evolving aspirations of new-age customers, with a growing appetite for luxury products, services and experiences.' EV charging and full product line-up The new showroom includes a 60 kW DC fast charger, which is accessible to all EV owners in Patna. The facility is capable of displaying the complete Mercedes-Benz model range, including top-end luxury vehicles like the S-Class, Mercedes-Maybach, and AMG performance models. Customers will also have access to test drives, vehicle handovers in a dedicated bay, and a full suite of aftersales services. The showroom follows Mercedes-Benz's global design and process standards, incorporating digital consultation tools and dedicated customer lounges. Sanjay Thakker, Chairman and Executive Director of Group Landmark, said, 'This new facility provides an immersive customer journey, from personalised consultations and exclusive hospitality to aftersales service. Landmark Cars Patna offers a luxury experience aligned with customer expectations in the region.' Expansion plans continue The Patna showroom is part of a broader plan by Mercedes-Benz India to strengthen its network across key growth markets. The company is planning to open additional outlets in Kanpur, Varanasi, and Udaipur, and has already launched new showrooms in Agra and Jammu. Mercedes-Benz India currently operates in over 50 cities, with more than 125 touchpoints nationwide.
Korea Herald
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
Mercedes-Benz opens world's first Maybach Brand Center in Seoul
Korea surpasses 10,000 Maybach units sold — trailing only US, China Mercedes-Benz has opened the world's first Maybach Brand Center in Seoul as the German luxury automaker emphasizes the importance of the Korean market for its top-end brand. 'With the opening of the world's first Maybach Brand Center, we are taking the next step in redefining customer experience at the highest level,' said Mathias Geisen, Mercedes-Benz board member in charge of marketing and sales, during the opening ceremony of the new facility on Monday. 'Korea is not only one of our key markets — it is also a place where the spirit of modern luxury is deeply appreciated and constantly evolving. This new space is our response: a place where exclusivity, craftsmanship and personal connection come together in a way only Mercedes-Maybach can offer.' The five-story, 2,795-square-meter Maybach-only building is located in Apgujeong in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. This premium retail district is home to major high-end global brands, as well as the Galleria Luxury Hall East and West department stores featuring luxury fashion brands. According to Mercedes-Benz, the exterior of the Maybach Brand Center sought to reinterpret the country's traditional design heritage to create a contemporary and timeless architectural language. Its pleated surface and curved roofline drew inspiration from Korea's traditional clothing and housing, Hanbok and Hanok. Inside the building, a cathedral-type interior with a high ceiling gives the first floor a feeling of grandness. To celebrate the center's opening, Mercedes-Benz launched three Korea-only limited edition models of the Mercedes-Maybach Silver Lining -- 10 units of the S-Class, a GLS and an EQS SUV. The all-new Mercedes-Maybach SL, an ultra-luxurious two-seater convertible, was also showcased for the first time in the country. According to Mercedes-Benz Korea, the Maybach Brand Center will operate on a reservation-only basis, with each customer welcomed by a dedicated sales consultant and product expert upon arrival. The new facility will offer exclusive membership services, professional valet parking, signature food and beverages, and a variety of personalized programs tailored specifically for Mercedes-Maybach owners. 'Since its official debut in 2004 in Korea, Mercedes-Maybach has become the preferred choice for Korea's distinguished leaders, visionary entrepreneurs, and cultural icons -- those who seek impeccable quality and profound expression of success and dignity,' said Mathias Vaitl, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Korea. 'We are privileged that more than 10,000 customers have chosen Mercedes-Maybach, marking Korea as one of the most important Maybach markets globally. We are confident that the new Maybach Brand Center will exceed the expectations of our valued customers.' Despite its relatively smaller market size, Korea was the third best-selling market for Maybach last year behind the US and China as it sold 1,363 units. Since its launch in 2004, Mercedes-Benz Korea logged a record-high of 2,596 Maybach vehicles sold in the country in 2023. The high-end brand announced in November 2024 that Maybach sales had surpassed the 10,000 milestone. Although Mercedes-Benz operates Maybach Atelier, the first brand concept center and showroom established in 2022, in Shanghai, China, Mercedes-Benz Korea noted that the newly opened center is unique worldwide as the brand's only showroom in which an entire building has been dedicated solely to the Maybach brand.
News18
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- News18
Mercedes-Benz India's First-quarter Sales Hit Record High On Strong Demand For Top-end Models, EVs
Last Updated: "Our sharp focus on bolstering the top-end luxury (segment) has been highly successful in influencing customer preferences," Mercedes-Benz India CEO Santosh Iyer said. German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz said its first-quarter sales in India hit an all-time high, rising 10% to 4,238 units, on strong demand for its high-end models and electric vehicles (EVs). Demand for luxury models in India, the world's third-largest car market, has steadily risen over the last few years as rapid economic growth brought about a fundamental shift in attitude towards luxury purchases among its younger generation. Luxury car sales account for a little over 1% of India's 4 million units-a-year market. 'Our sharp focus on bolstering the top-end luxury (segment) has been highly successful in influencing customer preferences," Mercedes-Benz India CEO Santosh Iyer said. Sales of top-end models, like the S-Class and the Mercedes-Maybach portfolio, rose 20% between April and June, while EV sales jumped than two-fold to form 8% of Mercedes-Benz India's overall sales. Mercedes' core segment, which includes the C- and E-Class sedans and the GLC and GLE sports utility vehicles, grew 10% in the quarter. These cars account for 60% of the company's total sales in India. Mercedes leads sales of luxury vehicles in India, followed by BMW and Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). It produces and assembles a handful of models, including some EVs, from its Chakan factory in the western state of Maharashtra. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Business Recorder
11-07-2025
- Automotive
- Business Recorder
Mercedes-Benz India's first-quarter sales hit record high on strong demand for top-end models, EVs
German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz said its first-quarter sales in India hit an all-time high, rising 10% to 4,238 units, on strong demand for its high-end models and electric vehicles (EVs). Demand for luxury models in India, the world's third-largest car market, has steadily risen over the last few years as rapid economic growth brought about a fundamental shift in attitude towards luxury purchases among its younger generation. Luxury car sales account for a little over 1% of India's 4 million units-a-year market. 'Our sharp focus on bolstering the top-end luxury (segment) has been highly successful in influencing customer preferences,' Mercedes-Benz India CEO Santosh Iyer said. Mercedes says no supply chain disruptions after China export concerns Sales of top-end models, like the S-Class and the Mercedes-Maybach portfolio, rose 20% between April and June, while EV sales jumped than two-fold to form 8% of Mercedes-Benz India's overall sales. Mercedes' core segment, which includes the C- and E-Class sedans and the GLC and GLE sports utility vehicles, grew 10% in the quarter. These cars account for 60% of the company's total sales in India. Mercedes leads sales of luxury vehicles in India, followed by BMW and Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). It produces and assembles a handful of models, including some EVs, from its Chakan factory in the western state of Maharashtra.
