# S7E14 – Behind the Wheel of History: Driving the 1886 Benz Patent Motor Car

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Podcast: [AI Auto Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/ai-auto-podcast-1376568)
Published: 2026-03-02T15:09:08+00:00
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## Resource

Recorded at Moda Miami 2026, this episode captures a once-in-a-lifetime moment: driving the 1886 Benz Patent Motor Car, widely regarded as the first automobile ever built. I’m joined by Marcus Breitschwerdt, CEO of Mercedes-Benz Heritage, for an in-depth conversation on how Mercedes-Benz safeguards its origins and keeps automotive history alive for future generations.

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