Still to come is Schrempp's promised e-commerce venture. By the fall, Schrempp says, DaimlerChrysler will develop a plan to enable the company to sell cars and trucks over the Internet. Nonauto financial services, such as life insurance that could be sold under the Mercedes brand, may be in the company's future as well. I've been treating you well for 15 years. It's one-stop shopping.
Some analysts are skeptical.
Schrempp, seeking to boost his company's share price, responds that it's time to explore all options. As the father of German shareholder value knows all too well, the heat is on. All rights reserved. Terms of Service , Privacy Policy and Trademarks .