The Mercedes factory in Kecskemét has combined two success stories: a traditional one that Mercedes itself represents, and a new one, the European success story which is the renewal of the Hungarian economy, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said at the official launch of the new Mercedes CLA at the company's Hungarian plant today.

The Prime Minister and CEO of Daimler AG Dieter Zetsche drove the company’s new CLA model, which will be manufactured exclusively in Hungary and is the second Mercedes model to be made in Hungary following the B series, off the assembly line together.  According to Viktor Orbán, the country has reason to be proud that such a premium car can be manufactured in Hungary.

He emphasized that Hungary had to be saved from the collapse caused by the debt crisis, in addition to which it had to be given a chance of growth. The launch shows that even in times of crisis, it is possible to create thousands of jobs. He said the new CLA model encompasses “strength and beauty”, just like the strong and attractive Hungary we wish to create.

The Prime Minister thanked investors and Hungarian workers for being living proof that it is worth coming to and cooperating with Hungary.

(International Communications Office)