Next Mercedes A and B-Class still being considered for U.S. sale

The trend towards smaller and more fuel efficient cars has caused Daimler to reconsider importing the next-generation of Mercedes-Benz A and B-class compact cars to the U.S., with the CEO of the company, Dieter Zetsche, stating earlier this year that such a move is likely given the current market conditions. New confirmation that the small cars are still being considered for sale comes today via Auto Motor & Sport, speaking with Stephen Cannon, vice president of marketing at Mercedes' U.S. offices. Preview: 2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class variants