Mercedes-AMG has appointed Dr. Stefan Weckbach as its new CEO, efficient July 1, 2026. He replaces Michael Scheibe, who will turn into Member of the Board of Administration for Manufacturing, High quality & Provide Chain Administration.
Weckbach would be the new Chairman of the Administration Board and also will be in control of the High Finish Automobile Group, which incorporates Maybach and G-Class fashions.
Stefan Weckbach is a former Porsche man who started his profession with the model in 2008. He has led the event of a number of fashions, together with the Boxster, Cayman, Cayenne and even the Taycan EV. In 2022, Weckbach grew to become the top of the Mission X challenge – the successor to the 918 Spyder hypercar.
Jörg Burzer, Member of the Board of Administration of Mercedes-Benz Group AG, accountable for Growth & Procurement and Chief Expertise Officer, stated, “[Weckbach] combines deep product data with sturdy strategic capabilities and brings exceptionally broad expertise in growing and shaping the efficiency and luxurious segments. He has constantly demonstrated his capability to advance company and product initiatives with ease, in addition to driving ahead complicated car packages. This mix makes him the perfect alternative.”
