Worst CO2 average among European manufacturers

In the automotive industry, CO2 emissions are a critical metric for assessing environmental impact and compliance with regulations. Mercedes-Benz faced scrutiny for its CO2 emissions, consistently ranking at the bottom among major European manufacturers. The company recorded the highest average CO2 emissions in multiple consecutive years, including a notable period when it ranked last among 14 manufacturers. The average emissions were reported at 181 grams per kilometer in one year and 188 grams per kilometer in the preceding year. This trend raised concerns regarding the company's environmental strategies and the efficiency of its vehicle lineup. The poor performance in CO2 emissions was attributed to a combination of factors, including the types of engines used in their vehicles and the overall fuel economy of their models. As consumer awareness of environmental issues grew, the pressure on manufacturers like Mercedes to improve their emissions performance intensified, leading to a reevaluation of their engineering and design approaches.