Ernst Lieb Named Automotive News 'All-Star' for European Automakers in the U.S. - 2010

MBUSA President & CEO Honored by Automotive News

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Jul 13, 2010, 05:06 ET

MONTVALE, N.J., July 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Recognized as an industry leader "setting the pace in tough times," Ernst Lieb, President and CEO of Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA) has been named to the annual Automotive News 2010 "All-Stars" roster. Specifically, Lieb was selected as the "All-Star" of the "European Automaker/U.S. Executive" category. This is the second time Lieb has made the "All-Star" list since taking the helm of MBUSA in 2006.

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Profiled on the front page of the July 12th issue, the feature details MBUSA's accomplishments under Lieb's tenure, among them the company's No. 3 ranking in this year's J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS) and a 26 percent increase in sales (through June) which has MBUSA outpacing the industry. Automotive News also calls out MBUSA's Autohaus dealer initiative in which, under Lieb's stewardship, dealers invested $1.4 billion in upgrading their stores despite an industry downturn as part of Lieb's commitment to a customer-oriented culture at Mercedes-Benz.

"This is truly an accolade for the entire Mercedes-Benz organization and its dealer partners; it serves as true testament to the fact that we're shoring up our organization, our network and our ability to deliver the dream to our customers," stated Lieb. "We have reason to be optimistic as our plan of staying the course, focusing on product and customer care is paying off."

Additionally, under Lieb's leadership, the company itself has had the distinction of being the only automotive company to make Fortune magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For 2010" (ranked 49th in its first year as an entrant). MBUSA was also named to NJ Biz Magazine's "Best Places to Work in New Jersey 2010" list (ranking No. 7 first year in entry).

About Mercedes-Benz USA

Mercedes-Benz USA (MBUSA), headquartered in Montvale, New Jersey, is responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service for all Mercedes-Benz and Maybach products in the United States. MBUSA offers drivers the most diverse line-up in the luxury segment with 12 model lines ranging from the sporty C-Class to the flagship S-Class sedans and CL coupes.

MBUSA is also responsible for the distribution, marketing and customer service of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Vans in the US. More information on MBUSA and its products can be found at www.mbusa.com and www.mbsprinterusa.com.

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