what does amg stand for

AMG stands for "Aufrecht Melcher Großaspach," which are the last names of Mercedes founders, Hans-Werner Aufrecht and Erhard Melcher, and the German city of Großaspach. AMG is the performance branch of Mercedes-Benz, and it is responsible for producing high-performance vehicles that are designed to have more power, finer handling, and a unique sporty look due to their exterior and interior embellishments. To earn the AMG classification, a Mercedes-Benz vehicle is outfitted with specific trim and tuning. AMG vehicles are often badged with the letters "AMG" and feature an aggressive design language, a more dynamic engine note, and AMG badges placed around the car.