DaimlerChrysler: A truly global company

DaimlerChrysler is one of the world's leading automotive companies. Its passenger car brands include Maybach, Mercedes-Benz, Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and smart. Commercial vehicle brands include Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Sterling, Western Star and Setra. It offers financial and other autmotive services through DaimlerChrysler Services. With 365,600 employees, DaimlerChrysler achieved revenues of (US) $159.8 billion in 2002.

DaimlerChrysler has a global workforce, a global shareholder base, globally known brands and a global outlook. DaimlerChrysler's strategy rests on four pillars: Global Presence, Strong Brands, Broad Product Range, and Technology Leadership.

DaimlerChrysler Australia/Pacific

DaimlerChrysler Australia/Pacific (DCAuP) represents an exciting portfolio of both new and long-established businesses - Mercedes-Benz, Chrysler, Jeep®, Freightliner, Sterling, DaimlerChrysler Services and MTU Detroit Diesel, all forming part of the group in the region. DCAuP is committed to delivering exceptional products and levels of service which will delight customers. With its head office situated in Melbourne and strategically placed regional offices in New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and New Zealand, DCAuP is well positioned throughout the region. Each of the brands are operated as distinct business units, maintaining their independence within the DaimlerChrysler Group. The company has a variety of departments within the group, including sales and marketing, finance, human resources and information technology

DaimlerChrysler Financial Services

DaimlerChrysler Financial Services Pty Ltd is a unit of DaimlerChrysler Services AG, Berlin/Germany, the third-largest captive financial services provider in the world. The company works together closely with the Group's automotive divisions and its' innovative solutions perfectly complement DaimlerChrysler's range of premium products.

With more than 100 companies operating in 39 countries, DaimlerChrysler Services is strategically and internationally extremely well positioned. One out of every three vehicles sold worldwide by the DaimlerChrysler Group is financed or leased by the Services division.

DaimlerChrysler Financial Services provides flexible, innovative and tailor-made finance, insurance and fleet management solutions across the Passenger Car and Commercial Vehicle markets. With six specialised brands, DaimlerChrysler Financial Services serves both dealers and customers of DaimlerChrysler vehicles, affiliate and non-affiliate vehicle brands:

• Mercedes-Benz Finance offers a full range of financing, leasing and insurance packages specifically designed for Mercedes-Benz customers.
  
• smart Finance & Insurance offers clever financing and insurance packages specifically designed for a unique car.
  
• Chrysler Jeep Finance focuses on straightforward, accessible and more flexible finance solutions that suit the lifestyle and budget of Chrysler Jeep customers.
  
• debis Finance provides comprehensive financing and leasing services to dealers and customers of non-affiliate vehicle brands.
  
• DaimlerChrysler Services develops advanced finance and insurance products for Mercedes-Benz trucks, buses and light commercial vehicles, Freightliner, Sterling and SelecTrucks to match the specific needs of the entrepreneur and his business.
  
• DaimlerChrysler Services Fleet Management offers comprehensive, online supported business solutions for small, medium-size and large fleet operations.

DaimlerChrysler Financial Services, established as Mercedes-Benz Finance in 1996, employs more than 160 people. With a portfolio in excess of A$ 1.9 billion consisting of over 38,000 customers, DaimlerChrysler Financial Services is amongst the leading financial services companies in Australia. An extensive online account management tool for both finance and insurance customers enhances the company's services.

DaimlerChrysler Australia/Pacific Pty Ltd and DaimlerChrysler Services are Equal Opportunity Employers.