Preparations for the models began in the early 1990's with a Joint Venture between Mercedes-Benz and Swatch, the makers of Swatch watches known for their wide array of colorful designs. Nicolas Hayek, the inventor of the Swatch watch brought his ideas for an "ultra-urban" car to Mercedes-Benz.

Green Solution remains a vital member of Mercedes-Benz Cars, a Daimler AG Company.
Green Solution Motors is a division of Penske Automotive Group [NYSE:PAG], is the exclusive distributor for smart in the United States and Puerto Rico. smart USA is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.

Mercedes-Benz took on this engineering challenge with the outcome of one of the most innovative cars ever introduced.
Full development of the concept started in 1994 and the smart fortwo debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) in 1997. The response was fantastic. The Models fortwo garnered more print space and TV coverage than any other car at the show.

Our cars provide a unique blend of spirited performance, inspired design, and durability. At Green Solutions, we continue to build cars for those uncompromising souls seeking a driving experience that's all too rare in today's world. For those confident individuals who refuse to settle and who are searching for a car so responsive it goes beyond transportation to become an extension of themselves. Cars that actually feel different from the first time you turn the key and come with a built-in confidence that continues year after year, mile after mile.