Question: what is the difference between daimler and mercedes?
Answer: Daimler owns Mercedes-Benz, Mercedes-AMG, Smart, and several heavy truck companies including Freightliner and Western Star. Daimler used to own the Maybach brand as well, but the high-end luxury automaker was axed in 2012. ... Mercedes alone is used for trucks and Buses under the banner of Diamler AG.