In December 1900, the first Mercedes car hit the roads of Stuttgart. Less than two months later, Mercedes participated in its first motor racing event. A century past, the German marque has set the benchmark for excellence in the automotive industry, and records after records in motorsports. In this special issue, Atlas F1 pays tribute to one of the greatest names in the racing arena
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The Original Mercedes |
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The Original Benz |
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The Original Daimler |
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The Original Maybach |
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| A special thank you to Karl Ludvigsen for his help and support in producing this issue, and for the precious material he provided us from the Ludvigsen Library. |
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The Tale of the First Car
by Karl Ludvigsen
Not just a road car and not just a racing car, the first Mercedes was simply an outstanding design by Wilhelm Maybach that set a new design standard for the internal-combustion automobile. It also founded the dynasty that became 'Mercedes'. In an extract from his award-winning book, "Mercedes-Benz - Quicksilver Century", Karl Ludvigsen describes the first car and how it came to be
The Swansong of Neubauer
by Don Capps
 Not only did Mercedes-Benz contribute to the motor racing world some of the best ever cars and drivers, they also gave it the man and the legend of Alfred Neubauer. Sports manager to the German team in their return to F1 in the 50s, Neubauer was one of the giants that walked among us, his shadow hanging on the sport - and in particular on Mercedes - to this day. Don Capps tells the story of this unique man, and the era of his reign
Mercedes-Benz at Indy
by Thomas O'Keefe
The McLaren-Mercedes cars of Mika Hakkinen and David Coulthard at the 2000 United States Grand Prix marked the German marque's return to a circuit where it first competed almost a century ago. Thomas O'Keefe takes us through the distinguished history of Mercedes-Benz at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
The Bookworm Critique On:
"Mercedes-Benz GP Racing 1934-1955"
by Mark Glendenning
Many, many books were written about Mercedes's involvement in motor racing, covering different periods of time. Atlas F1's Mark Glendenning picked one off his shelf, covering the period before and after World War II. His verdict? George Monkhouse's "Mercedes-Benz GP Racing 1934-1955" is a must to any racing enthusiast, old or young
Through the Looking Glass
From the Ludvigsen Library
The way the press and historians have regarded Mercedes has played an important part in establishing the reputation of the company and its products. Karl Ludvigsen brings some quotes, footprints of time
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The Haug Convention for
Motor Racing Excellence
by Timothy Collings
 Norbert Haug is renowned in the F1 paddock for his sprightliness and eternal optimism. But make no mistake: the king of parties is also the man most responsible for Mercedes's successful return to motorsport in the 1990s. The proud sports director of the German marque talks exclusively to Tim Collings about his company's involvement in racing, through history, present and future
The Tradition Continues
by Roger Horton
On the front of every Mercedes-powered McLaren car there is the famed Three-Pointed Star, one of the most recognised corporate symbols in the world. It has adorned Mercedes racing cars throughout their history, and is synonymous with cars that win races. Roger Horton reflects on the continuation of a tradition, as reflected in current decade of the auto manufacturer's increased involvement in motor racing, and in particularly F1
Racing for Business
by Karl Ludvigsen
Racing is still part and parcel of the world of DaimlerChrysler, makers of Mercedes-Benz cars. But these days it has to be done in a business-like way with the aid of partnerships with McLaren, Ilmor and AMG. Karl Ludvigsen brings us up to date on the way Mercedes goes racing in the new Millennium
Ilmor: Bowmen of the Silver Arrows
by Ewan Tytler
Although Mercedes is stamped on the engine covers, they are in fact manufactured in Brixworth, Northamptonshire, England by Ilmor Engineering Limited. Who are the gray men from Brixworth? Ewan Tytler tells their story
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Mercedes in F1: Facts and Stats
by Marcel Schot
In the century it exists, the Mercedes marque has been a part of the Formula One World Championship for only 10 years. The first era was in the years 1954-1955, when the German car manufacturer returned to racing to revive their 1930s glory. The second era was only four decades later, when Mercedes returned to Formula One as an engine supplier. Marcel Schot looks at the facts and stats of Mercedes's involvement in F1, then and now
The Mercedes Photo Album
by Mark Alan Jones
A look back at the history album of the Silver Arrows, through memoirs, anecdotes and remarkable photos
The Mercedes Special Trivia Quiz
by Marcel Borsboom
How well do you know Mercedes's past and present? Atlas F1 brings you the ultimate trivia quiz of the German marque's Century. Have fun!
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Badoer Continues Testing at Fiorano