When it comes to luxury performance, few badges hold the weight of AMG. Originally known as Aufrecht, Melcher, and Grossaspach, the independent tuner has a long history of increasing the performance of all kinds, but Mercedes-Benz was always its muse. This love affair was strengthened in 1999, when Daimler Benz took a controlling interest, and then finally solidified in 2005 when it was fully absorbed by the brand, ensuring only Mercedes models would ever wear the AMG badge from that point after.
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