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Setra – On the road to success for 75 years
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23.04.2026 Press release
Setra – On the road to success for 75 years
Setra is celebrating an anniversary. Seventy five years have passed since the Daimler Buses premium brand presented its first self supporting touring coach, the S 8. The debut of the vehicle in 1951 marked the beginning of a success story that continues to this day.
“75 Years of Setra” – Innovation built on Tradition
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23.04.2026 Press kit
“75 Years of Setra” – Innovation built on Tradition
Setra is celebrating an anniversary. Seventy‑five years have passed since the presentation of the first self‑supporting touring coach, the S 8. Its debut in 1951 marked the beginning of a success story that continues to this day.
Euro NCAP awards five stars for the high safety level of Mercedes-Benz Trucks
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22.04.2026 Press release
Euro NCAP awards five stars for the high safety level of Mercedes-Benz Trucks
In the latest Euro NCAP safety tests for regional distribution transport, Mercedes‑Benz Trucks has achieved a five‑star rating with an Actros 4x2 Rigid with box body. EURO NCAP stands for European New Car Assessment Programme and is an independent European vehicle safety rating program that evaluates vehicles based on standardized crash tests and the performance of safety and driver assistance…
16 New Setra Touring Coaches for Cruise Passengers
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21.04.2026 Press release
16 New Setra Touring Coaches for Cruise Passengers
The company Ludwig Arzt Omnibusverkehr e.K. is expanding its cooperation with Viking River Cruises through the addition of 16 new vehicles from the Setra ComfortClass. The operator based in Seligenporten near Neumarkt in the Upper Palatinate region took delivery of eight new Setra touring coaches in Neu‑Ulm, while eight additional vehicles were handed over to subcontractors Schmetterling Group…
Defining the new fuel cell standard in heavy-duty applications: cellcentric unveils BZA375
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21.04.2026 Press release
Defining the new fuel cell standard in heavy-duty applications: cellcentric unveils BZA375
cellcentric, the home of advanced heavy-duty fuel cell systems, officially launches its innovative, next-generation product under its official product name: BZA375. Previously known under the project name “NextGen” and unveiled at a dedicated cellcentric event at Hannover Messe (April 20-24, 2026), BZA375 is now ready to make its mark as a product that is available for testing, validation and…
Daimler Buses further strengthens its service leadership: new offerings and investment of up to €200 million
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17.04.2026 Press release
Daimler Buses further strengthens its service leadership: new offerings and investment of up to €200 million
Over the coming years, Daimler Buses plans to invest up to €200 million in its Europe‑wide, bus‑specific service network – more than ever before. With more than 630 locations, including 36 company‑owned service centers, the manufacturer already operates the densest bus-specific service network in Europe.
30 years of Omniplus: Daimler Buses aims to further expand its lead in services
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17.04.2026 Press kit
30 years of Omniplus: Daimler Buses aims to further expand its lead in services
Omniplus, the service brand of Daimler Buses, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. For three decades, Omniplus has supported bus operators far beyond classic workshop services. Today, the brand offers not only the largest bus‑specific service network in Europe but also a comprehensive portfolio of digital services, battery services, and consulting, installation, and service solutions for depot and…
Mercedes‑Benz eCitaro Fuel Cell Is “Electric Fuel Cell Bus Champion 2026”
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15.04.2026 Press release
Mercedes‑Benz eCitaro Fuel Cell Is “Electric Fuel Cell Bus Champion 2026”
Hat trick for Daimler Buses: The Mercedes‑Benz eCitaro fuel cell took first place in the international electric bus comparison test conducted by the trade magazine Omnibusspiegel, earning the title “Electric Fuel Cell Bus Champion 2026.” This marks the third time that the coveted award has gone to a bus bearing the three‑pointed star.
City of Chemnitz Waste Management Adds Eleven New Mercedes-Benz Econic Trucks for Waste Collection
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13.04.2026 Press release
City of Chemnitz Waste Management Adds Eleven New Mercedes-Benz Econic Trucks for Waste Collection
The Waste Management and City Cleaning Service of the City of Chemnitz has been relying on Mercedes-Benz Econic vehicles for municipal waste collection for around 20 years. The fleet has now been expanded and modernized once again.
Daimler Truck unit sales in Q1 2026: 68,849 units
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10.04.2026 Press release
Daimler Truck unit sales in Q1 2026: 68,849 units
In Q1 2026, the Daimler Truck Group (“Daimler Truck”) sold 68,849 vehicles (Q1 2025: 75,758). Mercedes-Benz Trucks contributed 34,486 units (Q1 2025: 30,645) to the Group’s overall unit sales.
Daimler Buses launches Mercedes‑Benz Conecto on the German market
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09.04.2026 Press release
Daimler Buses launches Mercedes‑Benz Conecto on the German market
Daimler Buses will introduce the Mercedes‑Benz Conecto to the German market in the future. With this step, the company is responding to continued strong demand in the private-sector city bus segment.
130 Years of Mercedes-Benz Trucks: Štempihar Transport Has Relied on the Inventor of the Truck for 37 Years
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07.04.2026 Press release
130 Years of Mercedes-Benz Trucks: Štempihar Transport Has Relied on the Inventor of the Truck for 37 Years
For 130 years, Mercedes-Benz Trucks, the inventor of the truck, has been shaping the future of the transport industry with innovations that continuously redefine mobility, safety, and efficiency. One example is the long-term partnership with the Slovenian logistics company Štempihar Transport, which has now expanded its fleet with additional Mercedes-Benz Actros L ProCabin trucks. …
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