Daimler CEO puts struggling Chinese EV brand Denza on notice

The Denza X is introduced at the 2019 Guangzhou auto show by Jan Madeja, head of Mercedes-Benz's China passenger car sales company. (Daimler)

By:

Bloomberg

February 20, 2021 11:45 AM

Daimler CEO Ola Kallenius said the success of the latest Denza crossover will determine the future prospects of the Chinese electric-car brand with partner BYD, following years of lackluster sales.

Featured Stories

Ford stockpiling parts, tells suppliers to keep shipping amid tariffs

10 federal policies that shaped the modern auto industry

In our opinion: Shareholders see Musk’s MAGA tilt leaving Tesla out

Ford hires former Lululemon, Twitch exec Mike Aragon to lead integrated services group

Latest News

Daily 5 report for March 14: For European automakers, the only certainty is tariff uncertainty

Live updates on tariffs: Ford stockpiles parts, tells suppliers to keep shipping

Ford stockpiling parts, tells suppliers to keep shipping amid tariffs

Saskatchewan doubling electric-vehicle registration fee

Staying current is easy with newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.

See More in Automakers

Top 5 Canadian auto stories this week: Ottawa warns automakers; B.C. cuts Tesla; tariffs target production; more

Top 5 stories of the week: Nissan’s new CEO; metals tariffs take effect

Kenichi Kawaji named new Mitsubishi Canada CEO

VW’s Ontario PowerCo plant faces potential tariff disruption, slower ramp up on lagging EV sales, exec warns

Staying current is easy with newsletters delivered straight to your inbox.