Mercedes-Benz reports a 6% decline in global vehicle sales, marking its first annual drop in over a decade, as the automotive market shifts toward electrification. Despite the overall downturn, the company’s electric vehicle sales reached an all-time high, reflecting growing consumer demand for sustainable transportation. Industry analysts suggest the shift toward electric models is accelerating, even as traditional combustion-engine vehicles continue to lose ground. The company’s performance highlights the broader challenges and opportunities facing legacy automakers in the transition to cleaner energy.


Mercedes global sales fall 6% as electric car sales hit record high  Euronews.com