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Mercedes-Benz G-Class production continued

Continuation of the long-term and successful cooperation between DaimlerChrysler and Magna Steyr

GRAZ, Austria - As recently announced by DaimlerChrysler, the Mercedes-Benz Car Group will continue production of their Mercedes-Benz G-Class beyond 2006 at Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria.

"The decision to continue the production of the G-Class is not only of great economic relevance, but is of historical significance", stated Magna Steyr CEO Manfred Remmel. "This classic off-roader is inseparably connected with the identity of our plant in Graz and its growth to become the largest contract assembler of automobiles worldwide".

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has been produced in Graz since 1979. Since then, more than 185,000 vehicles manufactured. During the past 26 years, the G-Class has been permanently kept at a state-of-the-art level and, owing to its unique appearance and legendary off-road quality, has gained cult status.

Mr. Remmel also stated "The G-Class has been the foundation of our long-term and successful cooperation with DaimlerChrysler. We are very pleased that our cooperation is continued with this vehicle."

 

 

DaimlerChrysler also announced that it will manufacture the Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4MATIC together with all other E-Class models in their own plant in Sindelfingen from 2007. The Mercedes-Benz E-Class 4MATIC has been manufactured in Graz since 1996. Magna Steyr's long-term relationship with DaimlerChrysler continues with two new production orders: the new Chrysler 300C launched this past June and production of the new Jeep Commander launching in Graz at the beginning of 2006.


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The Magna Powertrain plants in Lannach and Ilz, Austria will continue to supply essential components for the four-wheel drive system (transfer case, front axle differential) of all 4MATIC models of the Mercedes-Benz Car Group.

(Nov. 11, 2005)

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