Mercedes-Benz historic race cars

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Mercedes-Benz, founded in 1926 through the merger of Daimler-Motoren-Gesellschaft and Benz & Cie, has a long history in motorsport. The brand has excelled in Formula 1, winning numerous world championships. It has also excelled in endurance races, such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, and competed in the DTM (Deutsche Tourenwagen Masters). Mercedes is renowned for combining cutting-edge technology, performance and elegance. A little-known anecdote? In 1937, the Mercedes-Benz W125 reached a speed of over 432 km/h on a public highway, setting a record that stood for almost eight decades.