The first new Mercedes-Maybach S-Class from Daimler's Factory 56 has been deemed the 50 millionth car from the company's global production network.

"Fifty million vehicles produced is a significant milestone in the history of our company," said Joerg Burzer, production and supply chain head. 

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By 2022, six new EQ EV models will be in series production worldwide. Batteries are supplied by plants on three continents with Daimler saying local battery production is a key success factor for its electric offensive.

Also from 2022, production at all plants will be CO2-neutral. 

The Maybach S-Class came off the line at Sindelfingen's new Factory 56 opened in September 2020.

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