Mercedes was a brand originally created by the Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft and used for first time in the 35 hp model released by the company in 1901. DMG began to develop in 1900, after the death of its co-founder, Gottlieb Daimler. Wikipedia
Parent companies: Mercedes-Benz Group and Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft
Owner: Mercedes-Benz Group; (1926–)