Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh Welcomes Sprinter Brand

Opens as Authorized Mercedes-Benz Sprinter retailer in the Pittsburgh region

MONTVALE, N.J., March 24 -- Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh opens its doors as a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter dealer. Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh is now an authorized retailer of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans and is pleased to offer service by Mercedes-Benz trained technicians for Sprinter vans. Sprinter sales and service functions are available at Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh's 4709 Baum Blvd., Pittsburgh, PA facility.

"We are excited to add the innovative Sprinter brand to the roster of Mercedes-Benz and smart vehicles that we offer here at Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh," said Eric. V. Hessinger, President Pittsburgh, Bobby Rahal Automotive Group. "The versatile Sprinter line-up allows us to offer new vehicle solutions to both current and prospective customers in the Pittsburgh market."

Bobby Rahal, an Indianapolis 500 winner and three time open wheel champion, is Chairman of Bobby Rahal Automotive Group, including Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh and Bobby Rahal Motorcar Co. A six time Mercedes-Benz USA Best of the Best winner, Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh is committed to excellence in customer satisfaction. More information on Mercedes-Benz of Pittsburgh is available at www.sprinterofpittsburgh.com.

The U.S. Sprinter Model Line

Introduced in North America in 2001, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has developed a successful following with more than 130,000 Sprinter vehicles sold in the U.S. and Canada. The Sprinter in the U.S. is offered in three vehicle lengths on two wheelbases with three GVWRs (gross vehicle weight rating). With a line-up of cargo vans, passenger vans and chassis cab models, it also offers two roof heights. Powered by an efficient 3.0 V-6 turbo diesel engine, standard equipment includes ADAPTIVE ESP. Taking electronic stability programs to the next level, ADAPTIVE ESP features additional sensors that take into consideration vehicle payload, further reducing the risk of skidding and loss of control.

"The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter sets standards in the sector for safety, customization and environmental responsibility and we are proud to offer this product in the U.S. market under the three-pointed-Star," said Ernst Lieb, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA.

About Sprinter

A benchmark in its class, the Sprinter has been on-sale in the U.S. since 2001. Manufactured in Germany and assembled in Charleston, South Carolina it has established a firm commercial customer base of small business owners, fleet managers and van buyers, looking for more than just a work vehicle - powered by clean and efficient turbo diesel engines. Additional information can be accessed at www.mbsprinterusa.com.

About Daimler Vans USA

Located in Montvale, NJ, Daimler Vans USA LLC is an indirect wholly-owned subsidiary of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC responsible for the sales and marketing of Sprinter commercial vehicles in the U.S. Marking the return of the three-pointed star to the U.S. light duty commercial vehicle market, Daimler Vans USA markets the Sprinter van line through established Freightliner dealerships and, through an agreement with Mercedes-Benz USA, to a select network of Mercedes-Benz dealerships. More information on Sprinter vans can be found at www.freightlinersprinterusa.com and www.mbsprinterusa.com.

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