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Mercedes-Benz marks long history of making cars for the pope
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In Short: Mercedes-Benz marked nearly a century of crafting the popemobile, the pope's personal vehicle, at an exhibit in the Vatican.
Mercedes-Benz celebrated nearly a century of producing the popemobile, the pope's personal vehicle, at an exhibit titled 'A Century of the Popemobile' at the Vatican Museums.
The exhibit featured the first official automobile used to transport the pope, the Nürburg 460 Pullman, gifted to Pope Pius XI in 1930.
Leo, a representative from EWTN News, highlighted the evolution of the popemobile from a simple means of transportation to an instrument of encounter, enabling the pontiff to draw closer to the faithful during pastoral visits and public celebrations.
The popemobile's significance was underscored by its role in Pope John Paul II's security after his 1981 shooting, with Mercedes-Benz adapting future models to ensure the pontiff's safety.
Breitschwerdt, a representative from Mercedes-Benz, emphasized the importance of safety, comfort, and accident risk management in designing the popemobile.
Breitschwerdt also noted a strict rule that no one, not even mechanics or the CEO, is allowed to sit in the pope's seat.
Langenbrinck, a Mercedes-Benz employee, expressed his joy at being part of the project, calling it the most beautiful day of his career.
The popemobile's history began in the late 19th century when popes increasingly chose modern forms of transportation, with Blessed Pius IX using the first papal train in 1859.
What's confirmed
- Mercedes-Benz celebrated nearly a century of producing the popemobile, the pope's personal vehicle, at an exhibit titled 'A Century of the Popemobile' at the Vatican Museums.
- The exhibit featured the first official automobile used to transport the pope, the Nürburg 460 Pullman, gifted to Pope Pius XI in 1930.
- Leo, a representative from EWTN News, highlighted the evolution of the popemobile from a simple means of transportation to an instrument of encounter, enabling the pontiff to draw closer to the faithful during pastoral visits and public celebrations.
- The popemobile's significance was underscored by its role in Pope John Paul II's security after his 1981 shooting, with Mercedes-Benz adapting future models to ensure the pontiff's safety.
- Breitschwerdt, a representative from Mercedes-Benz, emphasized the importance of safety, comfort, and accident risk management in designing the popemobile.
- Breitschwerdt also noted a strict rule that no one, not even mechanics or the CEO, is allowed to sit in the pope's seat.
- Langenbrinck, a Mercedes-Benz employee, expressed his joy at being part of the project, calling it the most beautiful day of his career.
- The popemobile's history began in the late 19th century when popes increasingly chose modern forms of transportation, with Blessed Pius IX using the first papal train in 1859.
What's still developing
- “[This day] is just simply the most beautiful day of my career because I am Catholic and I believe, and for me it is something which is a project of a lifetime,” Langenbrinck told EWTN News.
- Read below for all the game highlights, news, analysis and postgame press conferences from Mercedes-Benz Stadium in downtown Atlanta: The 49ers ended their loss to the Falcons in perhaps the most fitting way.
- After, the guys shift gears and hit on how the Falcons can recover and get back on track with a win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- And if it does, Antonelli would become the youngest champion in F1 history and first Italian since Alberto Ascari in 1953.
- “It’s been really great to see his performances this year. It’s massively impressive, and he deserves to be the champion,” said Hamilton, a seven-time champion with McLaren and Mercedes.
- Nov 16, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA;Carolina Panthers tight end Tommy Tremble (82) runs with the ball in the overtime against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
- AUSTIN, Texas — Kimi Antonelli is sitting on the cusp of history.
- The 20-year-old Italian prodigy and Mercedes driver could achieve Formula 1 immortality Sunday by becoming the youngest world champion in history at the United States Grand Prix in Texas.
- “I remember I was playing with Hot Wheels,” he quipped.
- “I rate George, and I think he’s a very good driver. But Kimi’s been two levels above George the whole season,” Norris said.
- “Obviously, I’m in an incredible position,” he said.
- Reigning world champion Lando Norris said Antonelli has made “a huge leap” since last year.