Mercedes Mulls Importing Small Sprinter Vans to U.S.

New Sprinter Citan small cargo van recently introduced in Europe.

NEW YORK – Mercedes-Benz's Sprinter division is considering importing smaller vans into the U.S. that are available in Europe. “We'll make a decision on whether to bring them in 2013,” says Claus Tritt, general manager-commercial vehicles. Sprinter sold 18,600 vans through November, up 25% from year-ago, Mercedes says. “December is traditionally a strong month for us,” Tritt says, predicting Sprinter will finish with its best year yet. ...

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BernardD
on Jan 5, 2013

This is a good news for the people of USA as the Mercedes sprinter vans can be seen in the roads of USA. This vehicle can carry 8 to 10 passengers and can be used as shuttle vehicles and public transport vehicles.

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