History of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Over a century ago, Mercedes-Benz recognized the need for a vehicle that could take on heavy loads and not back down from any job - and the cargo van was invented. As the usage of commercial vans increased over the decades, the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has evolved into the leading vehicle in its class. While the latest Sprinters continue to raise the bar for commercial vans, they also continue to deliver an extraordinary level of performance, durability, and safety to everyone. This innovative and evolutionary spirit is as strong as ever when it comes to the Sprinter Vans. Here's a timeline of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van's brief yet influential history : 1995 - The first-generation Sprinter Van launches in Europe and wins "International Van of the Year." 2001 - The Sprinter debuts in the U.S. markets. It was sold under the Mercedes brand name until 2003, after which the vehicle featured Dodge branding. 2006 - The second-generation Sprinter hits the European marke