When was the first Mercedes made?

The first automobile to bear the name "Mercedes" was produced in 1901 by Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft (DMG). The car was designed by Wilhelm Maybach and featured innovative engineering for its time. The name "Mercedes" was derived from the daughter of Emil Jellinek, a businessman who was instrumental in promoting the brand. This model marked the beginning of what would become the iconic Mercedes-Benz brand.