A Brief History of Mercedes Benz
We know that plenty of MARIETTA residents choose to drive a Mercedes-Benz, and for good reason. The history of Mercedes-Benz starts in Germany with Karl Benz's creation of the first gasoline-powered automobile, the Benz Patent Motorwagen, which was patented in January 1886. The automobile was marketed in 1901 by Daimler Motors Corporation, and in 1902, Emil Jellinek, an automobile entrepreneur who worked for DMC, created the trademark for the vehicle, naming the 1901 Mercedes 35 after his daughter, Mercedes. Jellinek began selling Mercedes cars not only to the elite in France (like the Rothschild family), but also to billionaires around the globe, including Rockefeller, Astor, Morgan, and Taylor. In 1899, Jellinek drove at a race in Nice under the pseudonym “Monsieur Mercédès;” this race is considered the birth of the Mercedes brand.
The first Mercedes-Benz brand cars were released in 1926 at the Berlin Motor Show. The following year, 7,000 Mercedes-Benz cars were produced. In 1931, the Mercedes-Benz W15, which featured the first four-wheel independent suspension system and new hydraulic brake technology, debuted at the Paris Motor Show and was received well. Five years later, the Mercedes-Benz W136 model was released, which was the first diesel passenger car. In the following years, the W135 roadster and W138 limousine were introduced before production was halted by World War II.
Mercedes-Benz has always focused on motorist and passenger safety. In the 1950s, Mercedes-Benz started performing crash tests on each model before its release. In 1952, Mercedes-Benz began importing cars to the United States, starting with the 300SL Gullwing.
Mercedes-Benz Today
No matter which Mercedes-Benz model you drive, we at River City Tire & Service Center can take care of your car. We perform services such as Mercedes-Benz brake repair, transmission repair, and automotive repair. Some of Mercedes-Benz's models today include:
C-Class: The C-Class is a compact, mid-level entry sedan that has been in production since 1994. It’s available as a four-door sedan, a two-door coupe, and a two-door, soft-top convertible.
GLE-Class: Formerly known as the M-Class, the GLE-Class is Mercedes-Benz's mid-size luxury SUV. Available in both SUV and coupe shapes, the GLE offers either a six-cylinder version or six or eight-cylinder AMG versions.
E-Class: The E-Class is Mercedes-Benz's mid-size segment, which is a step up in size and price compared to the C-Class. Mercedes-Benz describes the design of E-Class vehicles as "Sensual Purity;" they are comfortable and sophisticated with a great design aesthetic. When you are driving down the streets of Marietta, Ohio, Belpre, Ohio, Williamstown, West Virginia, Parkersburg, West Virginia, or St. Marys, West Virginia, you will feel powerful driving this vehicle.
S-Class: The S-Class is Mercedes-Benz's full-size luxury sedan. This is the vehicle you get when you are a self-actualized Mercedes-Benz owner. According to Mercedes-Benz, the S-Class is "more than motivated. It is motivational." The Mercedes Benz S-Class has been given the top ranking in J.D. Power Sales Satisfaction Index from 1987 to 1990, named What Car's Best Luxury Car seven times, and awarded Fleet News' Luxury Car of the Year five times.
SL-Class: The SL-Class began production in 1954 and has many Mercedes legendary vehicles in its name. The SL-Class is Mercedes-Benz's large, luxury roadster that comes with a six or eight-cylinder engine.
Your Reliable Shop for Mercedes-Benz Repair
Eventually, all vehicles need to be brought in for repairs. Whatever your needs are, you can take your Mercedes-Benz to River City Tire & Service Center. We have been proudly serving residents of Marietta, Ohio and the surrounding areas since 1987, and our owner Larry Offenberger hires highly skilled technicians who go through extensive automotive repair training. We perform a multitude of services, including tires. At River City Tire & Service Center, our number one goal is complete customer satisfaction, and we will make sure your vehicle is taken care of with top-notch service efficiently and cost-effectively.
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If you are in or near Washington or the 45750 area, feel free to give us a call at 740-374-2125 or to schedule an appointment online at River City Tire & Service Center today! River City Tire & Service Center - Quality you Can Trust, at a Fair Price!.