BERLIN (AP) - DaimlerChrysler plans to start selling its micro two-seater Smartcar in the United States in 2007 amid declining sales in the European market.
The mainstay for-two model has been popular in Europe for its fuel economy and a size so small that two of the vehicles can often be squeezed into parking spaces meant for one. Still, DaimlerChrysler's Smart unit has never turned a profit, and the company said earlier this month that the unit's sales of all models were down 21.5% on the year. According to Germany's Der Spiegel magazine, which did not cite its sources, DaimlerChrysler plans to introduce the for-two to the U.S. market in 2007. The model has already been launched in Canada, where the company has said initial feedback on sales have been good.DaimlerChrysler To Bring Smartcar To U.S.
Plans appear to be in the works for DaimlerChrysler to begin selling is Smartcar in the U.S. by 2007.
Jun 25, 2006