In perspective, we want to be the company that stands for the CO2-neutral, safe and efficient passenger and freight transport of the future like no other in our industry. So our path forward is clear, and our planned independence will help us make even faster progress here in the future." Planned Spin-off of Daimler Truck AG to release additional entreprenurial potential With the planned spin-off, the future independent Daimler Truck AG intends to create measurable added value for its shareholders by implementing its strategic plans in a more agile manner, increasing its profitability and further advancing the development of CO 2 -neutral drive technologies for trucks and buses. Daimler Truck AG responded to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic with great dedication and immense experience and made the right decisions during the crisis. The measures introduced to adjust costs and capacities, including the use of short-time work in Germany, led to cost reductions in all functional cost areas.