On January 29th, Lei Jun, the visionary founder of Xiaomi, shared a post from 'Xiaomi Automobile' to extend his heartfelt congratulations to Mercedes-Benz on its 140th anniversary. In his message, Lei Jun lauded the brand, stating that the 140-year journey of Mercedes-Benz is synonymous with the 140-year evolution of the automotive industry. This milestone was also acknowledged by industry contemporaries, including HarmonyOS Intelligent Mobility, Geely Automobile, NIO, and Li Auto, all of whom sent their best wishes. According to official sources, this significant date marks the historic occasion when Carl Benz filed the patent application for the Mercedes-Benz Patent-Motorwagen on January 29, 1886, a pivotal moment that forever changed the landscape of transportation.
