News agency Reuters and Germany’s Auto Bild and Auto Motor und Sport magazines are reporting that Daimler Chrysler plans to acquire the an additional 60 percent of McLaren (it currently owns 40 percent). While the reports only make reference to the McLaren Formula One team, there is speculation online that the deal could also include McLaren’s automotive operations. The AMS report hints to this possibility. In a statement to the DPA, Mercedes said: “It is no secret that DaimlerChrysler have the possibility to increase its 40-per-cent stake in the McLaren group. Whether this happens or not has not been decided.” Mercedes and McLaren have had a somewhat rocky relationship, with on-again, off-again projects. Their last joint street car was the Mercedes SLR McLaren. We’ll keep you posted as the story develops…
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