Mercedes-Benz is strategically divesting its company-owned dealerships as it grapples with declining profits, reduced demand for electric vehicles (EVs), and a slowdown in global sales. This decision is a part of a larger restructuring effort aimed at cutting costs and enhancing efficiency amidst intensifying competition from Chinese EV brands and growing economic uncertainties. By streamlining its operations, Mercedes hopes to safeguard its profit margins while navigating the evolving automotive landscape.
Mercedes Is Selling Off Its Dealerships As Profits And Sales Fall
May 19, 2026/