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The History of MAN in Brazil

MAN's direct involvement in Brazil was largely through MAN Latin America, which was formed after MAN SE acquired Volkswagen Truck & Bus in Brazil in January 2009. This acquisition meant that MAN Latin America became responsible for the design, manufacturing, and sale of Volkswagen-branded trucks and buses in Brazil and other emerging markets.

The manufacturing operations were primarily based in Resende, Rio de Janeiro, where Volkswagen Caminhões e Ônibus (VWCO) had its plant. Under MAN Latin America, the company continued to be a market leader in Brazil for trucks and a strong player in buses, developing vehicles specifically tailored for the Latin American, African, and Middle Eastern markets.