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Why are German plants so important?
Mercedes-Benz's German plants are not just production sites; they are central to the brand's identity, heritage, and high-quality engineering reputation. Closing them would be a significant symbolic and practical blow, impacting both its domestic workforce and its global image as a German luxury car manufacturer.
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