History of Mercedes-Benz: A poor machinist's son invented an auto and put the world on wheels

I think it's no secret to anyone that the Mercedes-Benz brand is not only one of the most recognizable and significant car manufacturers for car enthusiasts around the world but also directly associated with the very concept of the "automobile." And this is justified, at least by the historical significance of the brand: because almost 135 years ago, German engineer Karl Benz officially filed a patent for a "vehicle with a gasoline engine," becoming the first person in history to introduce the concept of the automobile to all of us…

Added 18 May 2026