Mercedes-Benz is projecting a stronger margin for its car division in the fourth quarter, surpassing previous expectations, according to analysts. The automaker is guiding free cash flow and auto EBIT margins above market estimates. This positive outlook comes as BMW anticipates its full-year earnings margin to fall within the lower half of its target range of 6-7%. Analysts view Mercedes-Benz's forecast as an indication of the company's robust performance in the automotive sector.