Mercedes Prepares for Gas Shortages in Europe During the Fall
- Company concerned about fuel shortage impact on paintshops
- Carmaker also mitigating impact on palladium, nickel supply
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Mercedes-Benz AG is readying plans ahead of looming gas shortages in Europe after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sparked concerns over security of supply.
The luxury automaker is looking at alternative fuels and other measures to keep its car painting operations running if natural gas is in short supply or rationed later this year. Gas prices have surged to record highs in the wake of the war in Ukraine that has triggered concern for sanctions on Russian gas exports or the tap being turned off in retaliation.