Published a report on car production in Europe. The report, in general, consists of a list of factories where firms produce cars, buses, trucks and components. Personally, I'm only interested in cars, so in this post I decided to give a list of "who, what and where."
There will be three parts in this series (there are too many of these same automakers). They are divided according to this principle - the first part contains data on companies that are members of the ACEA organization. In the second part - on European companies that are not members of this organization. Well, in the third - everyone else, including the Chinese.
BMW Group
Austria, Graz (Graz) -at facilities Magna-steyr release Mini. The plant does not belong to BMW.
Britain, Cowley, Oxford (Cowley, Oxford) - Mini
Britain, Goodwood - Rolls Royce
Germany, Dingolfing - BMW
Germany, Leipzig - BMW
Germany, Munich - BMW
Germany, Regensburg - BMW
Russia, Kaliningrad - BMW at the factory Avtotor... The plant does not belong to BMW.
Daimler AG
Austria, Graz (Graz) -at facilities Magna-steyr release Mercedes-Benz. The plant is not owned by Daimler AG.
Hungary, Kecskemet - Mercedes-Benz (since 2012)
Germany, Bremen - Mercedes-Benz
Germany, Rastatt - Mercedes-Benz
Germany, Sindelfingen - Mercedes-Benz, Maybach, AMG
France, Hambach - Smart
FIAT Group
- FIAT. The plant belongs to Suzuki.
Italy, Cassino, Frosinone (Cassino, Frosinone) - FIAT, Lancia
Italy, Grujlasco, Turin (Grugliasco, Torino) - Chrysler, Jeep (since 2011)
Italy, Maranello - Ferrari
Italy, Melfi, Potenza (Melfi, Potenza) - FIAT
Italy, Mirafiori, Turin (Mirafiori, Torino) - FIAT, Lancia, Alfa Romeo
Italy, Modena - Maserati, sports variants of Alfa Romeo
Italy, Pomigliano d'Arco, Napoli - Alfa Romeo
Italy, Termini Imerese, Palermo - Lancia (up to 2011)
Italy, San Giorgio Canavese - Alfa Romeo. The plant belongs to Pininfarina.
Poland, Bielsko-Biala - FIAT
Russia, Naberezhnye Chelny Sollers.
Russia, Elabuga - FIAT, co-production with Sollers.
- FIAT, co-production with Zastava
Turkey, Bursa (Bursa) - FIAT, co-production with Tofas
France, Hordain - FIAT, co-production with PSA... The plant belongs to Sevelnord.
Ford Europe
Belgium, Henk - Ford.
Belgium, Gent - Volvo.
Germany, Cologne (Koln) - Ford.
Germany, Saarlouis - Ford.
Spain, Almusafes, Valencia (Almusafes, Valencia) - Ford.
Poland, Tychy - Ford. The plant belongs to FIAT.
Russia, Vsevolozhsk, Saint Petersburg - Ford.
Sweden, Torslanda, Gothenburg (Torslanda, Goteborg) - Volvo.
Sweden, Uddevallaa - Volvo, co-production with Pininfarina.
General Motors Europe
Belgium, Antwerp (Antwerp) - Opel / Vauxhall.
Britain, Ellesmere Port - Opel / Vauxhall.
Hungary, Esztergom - Opel / Vauxhall. The plant belongs to Suzuki.
Germany, Bochum - Opel / Vauxhall.
Germany, Eisenach - Opel / Vauxhall.
Germany, Russelheim - Opel / Vauxhall.
Spain, Zaragoza - Opel / Vauxhall.
Kazakhstan, Ust-Kamenogorsk - Chevrolet at the factory Asia Auto.
Poland, Gliwice - Opel / Vauxhall.
Poland, Warsaw (Warsaw) - Chevrolet (co-production with UkrAvto) at the factory FSO.
Serbia, Kragujevac - Chevrolet, Opel, at the factory Zastava
Saint Petersburg, Russia - Opel, Chevrolet.
Russia, Kaliningrad - Opel, Chevrolet at the factory Avtotor.
Russia, Togliatti - Chevrolet at the factory AvtoVAZ
Uzbekistan, Tashkent - Chevrolet, co-production with UzAutoSanoat.
Ukraine, Zaporozhye - Chevrolet, Opel, co-production with UkrAvto at the ZAZ plant.
Sweden, Trollhattan - SAAB (before transferring it into ownership Spyker).
Jaguar Land rover
Britain, Castle Bromwich - Jaguar.
Britain, Halewood - Jaguar, Land Rover
Britain, Solihull - Land Rover
Porsche AG
Germany, Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen (Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen) - Porsche.
Germany, Leipzig - Porsche.
Volkswagen.
Finland, Uusilkaupunki - Porsche in a factory owned Valmet Automotive (until 2012).
PSA Peugeot Citroen
Holland, Born - Peugeot, Citroen at the factory Nedcar, co-production with Mitsubishi.
Spain, Madrid - Peugeot, Citroen.
Spain, Vigo - Peugeot, Citroen.
Slovakia, Trnava - Peugeot, Citroen.
Russia, Kaluga - Peugeot, Citroen. The plant belongs to the alliance PSA-Mitsubishi, since 2010.
France, Aulnay-sous-Bois - Peugeot, Citroen.
France, Hordain FIAT at the factory Sevelnord.
France, Mulhouse - Peugeot, Citroen.
France, Poissy - Peugeot, Citroen.
France, Sochaux - Peugeot, Citroen.
Czech Republic, Kolin - Peugeot, Citroen. Co-production with.
Renault SA
Spain, Palencia - Renault
Spain, Valladolid - Renault and electric vehicles.
Russia Moscow - Dacia in a factory owned AutoFramos.
Russia, Izhevsk AvtoVAZ.
Russia, Togliatti - Renault. Co-production with AvtoVAZ and Nissan.
Romania, Kolibashi, Pitesti (Colibasi, Pitesti) - Dacia
Slovenia, Novo Mesto - Renault
Turkey, Bursa (Bursa) - Renault at a plant owned by Oyak-Renault.
France, Dieppe - Renault
France, Douai - Renault
France, Flins - Renault
France, Sandouville - Renault
Toyota Motor Europe
Britain, Burnaston
Saint Petersburg, Russia
Turkey, Adapazari
France, Onnet, Valenciennes (Onnaing, Vallenciennes)
Czech Republic, Kolin - Toyota. Co-production with PSA.
Volkswagen AG
Belgium, Forst, Brussels (Forest, Brussels) - Audi, Volkswagen
Bosnia-Herzegovina, Sarajevo - Audi, Volkswagen, Skoda
Britain, Crewe, Cheshire (Crewe, Cheshire) - Bentley
Hungary, Gyor - Audi
Germany, Dresden - Volkswagen
Germany, Emden - Volkswagen
Germany, Ingolstadt (Dresden) - Audi
Germany, Mosel - Volkswagen
Germany, Neckarsulm - Audi
Germany, Osnabruck - Volkswagen ( former factory Karmann)
Germany, Wolfsburg - Volkswagen
Germany, Zwickau - Volkswagen
Spain, Landaben, Pamplona (Landaben, Pamplona) - Volkswagen
Spain, Martorell - SEAT
Italy, Sant'Agata Bolognese - Lamborghini
Portugal, Palmela, Setubal (Palmela, Setubal) - Volkswagen, SEAT at a plant owned by VW AutoEuropa
Russia, Kaluga - Volkswagen, Skoda
Slovakia, Bratislava - Volkswagen, Audi, Skoda, Porsche
France, Molsheim - Bugatti
Czech Republic, Kvasiny - Skoda
Czech Republic, Mlada Boleslav - Skoda
Czech Republic, Vrchlabi - Skoda
The production of the first cars started more than 120 years ago in the 80s and 90s of the 19th century in France and Germany. At the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th centuries, the number of countries that put "iron horses" on stream was replenished with England, Austria-Hungary, Italy, USA, Belgium, Canada, Switzerland and Sweden. In those days, the inventors of the miracle technology were driven by the desire to stop exploiting horse labor and leave carriages in the past: to mechanize, and, therefore, to increase the speed of movement of land roadless transport, primarily of a military nature. With the development of the industry, clear leaders from all over the world with different thinking, goals, objectives and philosophies began to emerge among automakers - these are Europe, the USA and Japan.
"Europe - the continuity of generations"
Europe can be safely called the birthplace of cars. The very first car - Motorwagen - was designed and built in 1885 in Germany by Karl Benz.
Women's investments It is worth noting that Karl Benz's ingenuity and ingenious mind was not enough for the car to be recognized not only as a worthwhile and useful thing, but as a truly global discovery. Oddly enough, his wife, Bertha Benz, played a huge role in this difficult matter. In order not to infringe on the dignity of the male readers of the magazine, we can only casually mention that the world's first car was completely created on the dowry of Madame Bertha. However, the real merit of the genius's wife is her legendary 106 km motor rally from Mannheim to Pforzheim on 5 August 1888. It was thanks to the courage and strength of this woman that it became possible to popularize this miracle of technical thought. Plus, Bertha Benz became the first woman to drive. And even that is not all. During the historic rally, Berta Benz predetermined the necessary car service: gas stations, tire service, repair shops and so on, everything that motorists now use on the roads. And it was Berta Benz who came up with the idea of \u200b\u200bequipping the car with a gearbox - she did not like pushing the car on the slopes too much, and she gave her husband the appropriate practical advice.
From the moment Motorwagen appeared in Europe, the active development of the automotive industry began. Brands and factories appeared throughout the old world, and Germany, England, France and Italy became the leaders in this area. Each of these countries endowed and to this day endows their cars with national characteristics. German cars are a symbol of quality and reliability, Italian - speed and charisma, English - comfort and sophistication, French - originality and practicality. But the distinctive feature of the entire European automotive industry is the continuity of generations. Europeans are very careful about their history, culture, architecture, art and generally do not like changes very much. This also affected the automotive industry. The lineup is changed no more than once every 5-7 years, and the technical component is changed only when necessary. For example, Mercedes still produces sl parts for 60s. At the same time, the design of each brand is recognizable and has not changed fundamentally, retaining the familiar features and lines. We all remember the BMW grilles. But, despite such a conservative policy, car interiors still amaze with luxury and individuality: leather, expensive woods ... Close attention to detail appeared for the first time in Europe. And this is due, first of all, to the fact that Europeans make their cars not for a year or two, but for ten years at least, paying attention to the quality of every detail. This leads to the use of sophisticated manufacturing technologies and durable expensive materials, even in details such as fasteners. European cars use anodized fasteners that will not rot or rust.
High-tech educational program An important feature of engineering is the maintainability of the car. Every European car is supplied with detailed technical literature on full repair. All this led to the fact that the inhabitants of Europe did not like and still do not like to change their cars often and prefer to take care of them carefully. The distinctive features of the advanced technical developments of European automakers are largely associated with their attachment to the popular topic of fuel economy and environmental friendliness in Europe. The high cost of fuel has led Europe to the use of composite materials in the manufacture of engines that seriously lighten the car. To finely tuned aluminum multi-link suspension. A robotic gearbox, similar in design to a mechanical gearbox, shifting gears due to an electronic clutch system. Locking system exhaust gases when the engine is running at low load. All this makes the car more economical and environmentally friendly.
Probably, it's not a secret for anyone that a characteristic feature of a European car is a large selection of trim levels. In order to satisfy the picky European consumer and compete with cheaper and simpler foreign counterparts, European manufacturers offer several options for both additional technical equipment (air conditioning / climate control, interior trim, music) and basic (engine line). Also, Europeans were the first to use electronic technology in the direction of comfort. Europeans make high-tech and sophisticated cars. Most European brands have their own racing teams, which in turn also have rich traditions. Often, racing technologies are introduced into production for serial cars, which, of course, complicates the car, but makes it faster, more obedient, and allows you to achieve good balanced proportions of kilograms per horsepower... True, all this affects the cost of the car, significantly increasing it. For example, carbon fiber and attention to aerodynamics, new technologies in the suspension - all this came to modern cars from racing.
Nowadays, many European car companies are sure to test their cars on race tracks before mass production in order to bring the handling to perfection. And looking at European roads, you understand why. These are narrow and winding streets, alternating mountain serpentines and unpredictable hills. The main takeaway from many car enthusiasts and professionals is that the car in Europe has always been more than just a piece of iron. Engineers and designers managed to give him soul and character. European cars made them admire as works of art. The Scarlet Ferrari will forever remain an integral part of the Riviera and Monaco, and the silver Rolls-Royce will carry royals for life. These cars never become obsolete, they remain classics and are unrivaled.
The largest car manufacturers:
1. Toyota. ÎTurnover: 167.05 billion euros. Profit: € 14.43 billion. Cars sold: 9.32 million; Employees: 316,121.
2. General Motors. turnover: 123.04 billion euros. Profit: € 4.25 billion. Cars sold: 9.37 million × Employees: 284,000.
3. Ford. turnover: 117.15 billion euros. Profit: 2.07 billion euros. Cars sold: 6.55 million; employees: 246,000.
4. Volkswagen / Porsche. turnover: 116.27 billion euros. Profit: € 10.89 billion. Cars sold: 6.24 million employees: 340,876.
5. Renault-Nissan. turnover: 109.46 billion euros. Profit: 6.26 billion euros. Cars sold: 6.15 million employees: 310,714.
6. Daimler. turnover: 99.4 billion euros. Profit: 8.71 billion euros. Cars sold: 1.29 million employees: 272,382.
7. Honda. turnover: 76.27 billion euros. Profit: 6.06 billion euros. Cars sold: 3.93 million Employees: 180,000.
8. Peugeot-Citroen. turnover: 60.61 billion euros. Profit: 1.75 billion euros. Cars sold: 3.43 million employees: 207,800.
9. Fiat. turnover: 58.53 billion euros. Profit: 3.15 billion euros. Cars sold: 2.23 million; Employees: 179,601.
10. BMW. ÎTurnover: 56.02 billion euros. Profit: € 4.21 billion. Cars sold: 1.5 million employees: 107,539.
“USA is an affordable and cheap car for every American”
If Europe is the birthplace of the first car, then America is the birthplace of the automotive industry. It was in the USA that Henry Ford in 1908 created the first mass car Ford T. Americans were able to turn the car into a business. Ford put mechanical engineering on the assembly line, which greatly simplified, cheapened and accelerated the assembly process. This event was a breakthrough that affected the whole world and America in particular. A car in the United States, by definition, should be cheap and accessible to everyone. The Ford Magician Henry Ford's first inventions were unsuccessful. "Fordmobil", created in 1893, looked like a cart without a horse and caused the inhabitants, at least, bewilderment. And in order to assemble his first engine, Ford had to spend several months with it.
Having created an ATV in 1893, Henry Ford could not find a single buyer for it - the result was not in demand, because they simply did not know anything about it! Henry had no choice but to sit down in his brainchild and go around all potential clients. However, for his labor, he received only ridicule. But, nevertheless, he did not give up.
At the beginning of the 20th century, a new passion - auto racing began to attract more and more fans and, accordingly, rally participants. Therefore, in 1902, Henry challenged and overtook the American champion Alexander Winton in a car of his own production, and in 1903 the experiment was repeated by the already hired driver Oldfield, advertising the Ford racing model "999". The victory brought some fame to Ford, and most importantly - helped to win the hearts and wallets of future companions. The result of these efforts was June 16, 1903, when twelve investors, including the Dodge brothers, invested a total of $ 28,000 in the firm, which was headed by Henry Ford - Ford Motor Company. The vast expanses and cheapness of materials naturally provoked engineers to be creative and hypertrophied: huge engines with low efficiency (150hp per 6 liters), large-scale hydromechanical automatic transmissions, and, accordingly, the gigantic dimensions of the cars themselves. In addition, the inaccuracy of the patterns, which had large tolerances for errors, was justified by the principle: big car large gaps are not visible. However, to this day, many already legendary American cars are highly maintainable. This is due to the simplicity of designs and the strong continuity of technologies. On modern car American-made engine can still be seen 35-year-old engine, in a new body kit: newer attachments, consumables and electronics.
Cars made in the USA were originally produced exclusively for the local market. Since the US domestic market was already large enough at the inception of the automotive industry, there was no need for the Americans to make cars for export. And if suddenly a car made in America ended up in another part of the world, then its maintenance was very problematic. As a rule, parts for American cars could only be found in the United States, and they were not particularly reliable. As a result, American cars went down in modern history as large, comfortable, simple, unpretentious in maintenance. And ... cool! Not pretty or bright, but cool. With a lot of chrome details, expressive design and a huge engine under the hood. Because of all these pros and cons, American cars never really became popular anywhere except in the United States.
“Japan - a car as a means of transportation” Before World War II, there was practically no large automobile industry in Japan, although attempts to produce its own cars were made several times in the 10–20s of the XX century. But even if several copies were made, the matter still did not reach mass production.
Japanese, such Japanese ...
Almost all of Japan's modern automobile industry, based on mass production methods, was created after World War II, and in just a few years. To ensure the mass production of passenger cars, the Japanese economy, which found itself in extremely difficult conditions after the end of World War II, needed a boost. The Korean War turned out to be such an impetus. Japanese companies supplied trucks and other vehicles to the US Army. Although these supplies accounted for a small proportion of those used during the war vehicles, the situation of the companies producing them has changed dramatically. Along with this, during the production and maintenance of American cars, Japanese engineers got the opportunity to study the design features of the car.
In the course of all these events, the essence of the Japanese car was formed. Transportation of goods, people, from point A to point B. A truly Japanese car means simplicity and reliability of design, an ascetic interior, lack of design, economical engine, small size of the car itself, low cost. High assembly quality and reliability were achieved through the introduction and use of robots, the refinement of production technology. If we talk about the production of passenger cars, then all the Japanese needed at that time was inexpensive, reliable car every day is a workhorse. The geographical location and peculiarities of the national character also did their job. In the 60s, a Japanese car looked like a box on wheels: complete asceticism in the design of the body and interior, nothing superfluous, not any luxury, only the most necessary.
Design, variety of choice of complete sets were abolished in order to reduce cost and increase production speed. The total economy of resources also affected the characteristics of the engines. Japan is the birthplace of small cars, the small size and weight of the cars allowed the use of small engines with minimal fuel consumption. Japanese cars were created exclusively for the domestic market and fully met the needs of the local population. Japanese manufacturers have captured almost the entire domestic market, including thanks to the government, which actively supported the development of local businesses. However, the rest of the civilized world did not understand the Japanese car until the 1973 oil crisis happened. Gasoline prices skyrocketed and here are economical japanese cars came in just the way. Unlike the main competitors from Europe and the USA, Japanese cars turned out to be much more economical. And within a few years, Japan has become the world's leading exporter of automobiles. However, new markets dictated their own terms. To stay competitive, Japan needed to change its cars. American and European consumers wanted more. So Japan began to embrace design, comfort, and luxury.
For this, specialists from abroad were invited. Until now, the most successful models were developed by Western designers and foreign competitors were easily recognized in their appearance. Compare, for example, Mitsubishi Galant and BMW of the third series (E-36 body), Lexus LS400 and Mereedes S-class with W126 body, and the similarity of Lexus LS430 with Mereedes W140 was noticed by the entire world automotive press. By far, Japan's biggest contribution to the global auto industry is economy. Efficiency in everything: from the organization of production (stocks are thought out to the smallest detail, minimum production costs, all materials are processed, most of the work is done by robots), to the cars themselves (finishing materials, design, engine and components). Japan showed the whole world its special view of the car - a car as a means of transportation, a car for every day. Simple, gray, soulless, yet reliable, economical, affordable and practical. Japan did not make the first mass car, it made the modern mass car.
America is the main player in the global car market. It is the American Henry Ford who is considered the founder of the US auto industry, which made vehicles available to mass consumers. For more than a century of history, American car brands have won worldwide popularity and still firmly hold leading positions in the annual TOP ratings.
In view of the vast territory, America needed to develop its own auto-industrial complex. The first experiments to create fast land transport in the United States began in the late 19th century. By 1913, the legendary industrialist Henry Ford launched mass production of cars for the first time in the world, simultaneously manufacturing 13 completely identical cars of the same model by hand.
The market economy in 1920s America opened up a wide range of opportunities for entrepreneurs. Around these years, numerous auto-building companies were opened, the number of which quickly exceeded 1.5 thousand. Almost every significant city in the United States had its own plant for the development, assembly and production of cars. Most of the enterprises could not withstand the competition and were closed or joined forces in the struggle for survival. By the merger, by the middle of the last century, three main players emerged as absolute leaders: Ford Motors, Chrysler and General Motors.
It is noteworthy that during the Second World War, the automotive industry in Europe began to decline, but American factories were functioning at full strength and were able to significantly increase income through the production of equipment for military needs. The famous Jeep and Dodge were produced for the army. It was on their basis that popular large-sized and powerful high-traffic cars were later developed.
Today American car brands are among the top three, periodically competing with Japanese, German and Chinese manufacturers. It is in America that numerous auto concerns successfully operate, together making up a powerful world empire for the production of cars.
A brief overview of America's car brands
Cars manufactured in the USA are distinguished by their impressive size and spacious interiors.
Unfortunately, focusing on the mass foreign consumer, American brands have lost their identity, reducing the size of the engine and body. But any vehicle is characterized by ease of management, high technical characteristics and reliability.
List of famous American car brands with names and badges
World globalization has facilitated the amalgamation and absorption of some world companies by others. Today the largest corporations in the United States are the industrial groups General Motors, Ford and Chrysler, which include numerous subsidiaries, including those from Europe, Asia and Japan.
Ford
Car enthusiasts all over the world are familiar with the surname of Henry Ford, as well as the recognizable oval blue logo with the name of the automaker. The laconic emblem is a symbol of simplicity and practicality. The Ford industrial group also includes the American brands Lincoln and Mercury, as well as the Japanese brand Mazda. The auto company owns 80 manufacturing workshops around the world. In connection with the financial crisis of recent years, the management decided to change the strategy, reorienting to the production of smaller, but more popular SUVs, compact vans, subcompact vans, sedans and pickups.
Lincoln
A specially created division of the corporation focused on the needs of wealthy clients. By naming the company after President Abraham Lincoln, the owners challenged their rivals, the Cadillac brand.
The lineup is represented by limousines, roadsters, convertibles and crossovers. The badge depicts a compass with arrows, symbolizing the desire to spread masterpiece automotive technology around the world;
Mercury
The company has been producing cars mainly in the middle price category since 1938. The name of the company was given by Edsel Ford in honor of the god Mercury, which is also reflected in the badge. The car company logo depicts a mythical cat that visually resembles the letter M. Since 2011, the production of trucks and cars has been temporarily suspended.
General motors
The concern was founded in 1892 under the name Olds Motor Vehicle Company. The powerful corporation includes the world famous brands for the production of US cars Buick, Cadillac and Chevrolet, as well as most of the Italian auto holdings:
Cadillac
The company was founded in 1902. The main activity was associated with the production of luxury cars. It was Cadillac cars that were used by all US presidents as a means of transportation. The company produces a limited number of luxury cars, for which status customers line up. It is noteworthy that, unlike most car manufacturers, the company was named not by the name of the founder, but in honor of the French explorer Cadillac, who stood at the origins of the city of Detroit, and his family coat of arms was directly applied to the emblem. It was the Cadillac engineers who came up with the idea to equip the car with air conditioning and synchronize the electrical systems.
Chevrolet
Economically independent branch of the auto concern. It is the best-selling car brand in the USA. For several decades it has been holding the 4th place in the TOP-rating, producing at least 4 million units of vehicles per year. The Chevrolet company is named after its founder, the famous racer and engineer Louis Chevrolet. The company's slogan is “Find new roads”, and the logo is a cross that visually resembles a bow tie. After the war, the management pays maximum attention to the production of high-quality cars in the middle price segment. Today, stylish in design and technically equipped electric cars, sports sedans, compact vans, roomy seven-seater Eurominivans, cheap three-volume cars and pickups, as well as small cars are leaving the factory lines.
Buick
The company is named after founder David Buick. Each new model is superior in luxury and performance to its predecessor. The division produces premium cars that are not affordable for most car users. The list of US cars produced under this brand includes light crossovers, powerful SUVs and eight-seat limousines.
Chrysler
The concern was founded by engineer Percy Chrysler in 1924. Later, the management decided to merge with the German corporation Daimler. The list of American car brands that are part of the Chrysler concern includes Jeep, Dodge and Plymouth.
Jeep
The car company was founded in 1941 for military needs. The name of the brand was given by the phrase General Purpose, literally meaning "General purpose". For convenience, the abbreviation GP began to be called simply Jeep. Thanks to the unique design of the large-sized all-terrain vehicle, the word "jeep" has become a household name. Off-road vehicles are available in various configurations and are renowned for the highest degree of reliability and safety. The lineup includes compact crossovers, mid-size, large-sized, premium comfortable or utility SUVs designed for a buyer of any price category. More than a million jeeps are sold worldwide every year.
Dodge
Brothers John and Horace Dodge set up a family-owned auto parts business in 1900, but years later they established a full-fledged car assembly workshop. On their emblem, they depicted the head of a stern bull with huge horns. It was under this brand that the first car in the United States with a closed-type all-metal body was produced. Today, Dodge minivans, SUVs and sports cars are conquering the vastness of the roads in many countries around the world.
Plymouth
Disbanded division of the corporation. It was founded in 1928 by Walter Chrysler personally. A stylized blue ship was used as an icon, which meant hope for a long voyage. The Plymouth brand was used to produce minivans and cars that were popular in the United States. At the moment, the division has been abolished.
The modern car market offers a wide variety of different brands of cars that differ in their individual characteristics. Each brand has its owncar emblem - a certain icon that reflects the entire history of the formation of an automobile manufacturer, as well as reflecting the quality and status of products. Most consumers and people who are simply interested in automotive topics have never thought about the specific number of all cars in the world. However, a small excursion into the history of the automotive industry will allow you to become a real connoisseur in this area.
What are the brands of cars?
Acura
At this point in time, the car market is replete with a wide variety of car brands, which involuntarily makes you think about what kind of car they are? Every day we see different car emblems, some of which we don't even recognize. We can say unequivocally that there are a huge number of them, and there will not be enough time to list them. However, you should pay attention to the most famous and popular car brandswhose logos are most likely familiar to you:
Alfa romeo
The legislator of the famous automobile corporation in the modern world is Nicolo Romeo, who made his first fortune on the sale of equipment for the transportation of soil. A little later, the entrepreneur changes his profession, giving preference to the automotive business, where he soon becomes the head of a large company "Alfa". Subsequently, by combining the name of the company and its own surname, a popular car brand emerged. Seeing the emblem of an Alfa Romeo car, most likely, you clearly understand that this is a premium car. The logo of these machines was designed in 1910 by the draftsman Romano Castello. The author of the car logo was impressed by the red cross of the Milan flag, which he saw on the facade of the Visconti house. On the house there was a coat of arms with a grass snake that swallows a person. The coat of arms itself symbolized the readiness to destroy the enemies of the Visconti clan. The emblem of the car has practically not undergone any changes since its inception, however, paying tribute to fashion, small ornate details were slightly abolished.
Aston martin
The name of this brand of cars comes from the name of one of the owners of the automobile plant Lionel Martin, who together with a friend built the first car in his life. "Aston" originates from a race held in the highlands of the town of Aston Clinton, in which Martin won. Thus, through the merger of the two names, a resounding brand was created. By the way, probably the Aston Martin logo can be safely attributed to the list of the most famous car emblems. Now we do not even think about what the usual outstretched wings on which the brand name can be seen mean. However, at the time of the creation of this car logo, aviation was developing rapidly, and the most advanced technologies were used in it. And sports-focused Aston Martin used the manufacturing facilities of the aviation companyWhitehead Aircraft Limited. So, as strange as it may sound, the presence of wings on a car emblem is understandable.
Audi
The founder of the German automotive corporation is August Horch, who initially wanted to see his own products under his own name. However, he was refused. And then “Audi” was chosen - the Latin analogue of the German “Horch”, which means “to listen”. Subsequently, the emblem of the Audi car was the icon in the form of 4 rings was selected, each of which symbolizes a company that is part of the German brand. Initially, the emblems of each of the 4 companies were placed inside the rings of the car logo, but this logo for cars turned out to be too loaded, so over time, 4 empty rings became the car's emblem.
Bmw
The basis of the current car plant was the engine manufacturing facility located in Munich. After a certain time, this enterprise merged with an aircraft plant, after which it acquired the current name of the company. If we talk about logos of car brands, then BMW also has enough interesting story... On the first emblem bMW car the propeller was depicted, but it seemed complex and small, so the logo underwent a transformation by 1920. To make the emblems of the BMW car brand look beautiful, the circle from the propeller was divided into 4 quarters. On the new car logo, the silvery white sectors inside the black rim began to alternate with sky blue. Now the BMW car logo is made in the traditional Bavarian colors depicted on the Bavarian flag. However, few people know the true meaning of the logo from these automakers. Many people like the myth that the logo on a BMW car depicts a propeller and the sky. But, in fact, this is the Bavarian flag.
Citroёn
The founder of the presented car brand is André Citroën, who, in order to create his car production, drew inspiration from the factories of Henry Ford. A little later, the entrepreneur puts into the enterprise all the inheritance received from his parents, and begins work on the production of the world's first cars under his own name. André Citroën introduced gears of a special design to the automotive market, which turned out to be much more perfect than their analogs. It is these gears that formed the basis of the emblem on Citroen cars. The car emblem, which many call the "double chevron", remained practically unchanged afterwards.
Ferrari
The creator of the renowned automotive brand under which luxury cars are produced is Enzo Ferrari, whose career as an automaker began with the creation of a racing team. Subsequently, such a recognizable icon for cars was chosen. How did such an emblem for a car appear? At one of the races, Enzo Ferrari met Count Francesco Baraca, on the fuselage of an airplane of which a prancing stallion was depicted. Francesco's mother gave Enzo a family coat of arms and recommended that a reared horse be depicted on the car emblem, which, according to her, was supposed to bring good luck. As you can see, Countess Paolina Baraka did not lie. This car logo now gives us strong associations with luxury, and even the very word Ferrari has become a symbol of wealth.
Fiat
The Italian car brand was created by a group of investors, among whom the most recognizable was Giovanni Agnelli. At that time, the assembly of cars was carried out in accordance with the Renault license. Production expanded at a rapid pace, due to the lack of quotas for imported steel. Even then, the automobile corporation produced all types of cars: from small cars to buses. It is noteworthy that the company did not have a car logo, and instead of it, the car emblem was a plate with the inscription that it was car factory... However, the fate of the automaker's logo was decided by one amusing incident. Somehow, the lights were turned off throughout the plant and the chief designer, while driving around the territory, discovered suspicious neon lighting that was reflected from the plant. Impressed by this beauty, the main the designer enclosed the car logo in one line. However, over time, the Fiat emblem changed its shape to a circle.
Jaguar
The British corporation for the production of automobiles got its start thanks to William Lyons, who founded an enterprise for the development and production of motorcycles. After a long time, this enterprise produced the first car, after which it was re-profiled into another specialty. It was also decided to change the name of the company. “Jaguar” is the result of choosing one of the options proposed in the competition. This is exactly the case when the history of the car emblem does not need to be told. Fast, powerful and beautiful animal, after which the car is named, flaunts on the logo of the car.
Lamborgini
Elite sports cars got their name from the founder of the corporation, Ferruccio Lamborghini, which initially specialized in the production of agricultural machinery. Subsequently, there was a desire to expand the range of racing cars. For this, Ferruccio built a separate plant, where he invited famous designers of that time. The Lamborgini car logo symbolizes the Taurus zodiac sign, the colors black and yellow were suggested by the founder of the company.
Land rover
The history of creating the brand began with Maurice Wilkes, who at that time was the designer of the Rover company and had a very whimsical vehicle. The whimsicality was the limited number of parts for the car that were difficult to find. Then Maurice, together with his older brother, decided to create a universal car capable of conquering any surface. Since then, Land Rover Corporation has specialized exclusively in the production of SUVs. Surprisingly, the Land Pover auto logo that many people dream of is inspired by the usual funny story and a can of sardines. The designer tasked with making a car emblem for Land Rover once dined on a can of sardines and left it on the table. When he returned, he found on his table a stain from an oval circle. This is how the Land Rover logo appeared.
Maserati
The history of the Italian automotive brand began with the Maserati brothers, each of whom made a contribution to the development of the common cause. However, in the process of the formation of the company, several brothers died, which became the impetus for the new development of the enterprise. By trial and error, luxury cars have been created that are particularly popular only in special circles. When creating the car emblem, the Maserati brothers got their inspiration from the statue of Neptune, located in the central park of Bolny. It's funny that the Mazerati signature trident was drawn by the only one of the 7 brothers who has never been involved in the design or manufacture of cars.
Mercedes-Benz
The name of the presented car brand comes from the name of the daughter of one of the sports racers Emil Jellinik, who regularly ordered models from Daimler. " One of the first cars of that time liked Ellinik so much that he decided to give her the name of his daughter Mercedes. Subsequently, the two corporations "Daimler" and "Benz" merged, which led to the modern name of this brand of German cars. Some car logos were born much earlier than the flourishing era of the car brands themselves. It is believed that the Mers machines logo (three-pointed star) symbolizes that the company's engines are used in the sky, on earth and in the water. However, for the first time, a Mercedes car emblem is mentioned in a letter from Gottlieb Deimbler to his wife. With the future car logo, Gottlieb marked the location of the new home in Deutz and signed that someday this star will flaunt over the roof of his car factory, symbolizing prosperity. And so it happened, maybe it's not a good logo on a car, but the Mercedes car brand is flourishing to this day.
MINI
The impetus for the creation of the MINI car brand was the military crisis in the Middle East, which provoked a significant reduction in oil supplies to the UK. As a result, the demand for small cars has increased. Then the government of the country instructed to start the production of cars, whose dimensions would be significantly smaller than conventional sedans. The first prototype of the British brand was distinguished by its compact dimensions, which did not negatively affect the internal filling of the car, as a result of which it was decided to start its mass production.
Opel
The founder of this brand of cars is Adam Opel, who for the entire time of the formation of his enterprise specialized in the production of:
- sewing machines;
- horse carriages;
- bicycles.
After the death of Adam, the plant was inherited by his sons, who decided to start producing cars. Their first collaboration with other automotive concerns was unsuccessful, but later mass production was established.
Chevrolet
One of the most widely promoted and popular global brands of the American automotive industry is named after the Swiss-born entrepreneur Louis Chevrolet, who, having visited many countries, found success only in the United States, where he became a famous racer. Over time, the founder of General Motors Corporation created a new car brand, named after Chevrolet. However, the "hero of the occasion" himself did not work for the company for long, due to disagreements over the type of cars produced. William Durand, one of the co-founders of the company, has long fed the public with myths about the Chevrolet car logo. According to his version, he came up with the logo when he saw a pattern on the wallpaper in a Paris hotel, going into infinity. But now there are several more legends that reveal their stories of how the "bow tie" became the trademark of Chevrolet logos.
Peugeot
The French car brand is the result of a family business that began with Jean-Pierre Peugeot, redesigning an inherited mill into a metal processing business. After a while, the grandson of the founder of the company began to manufacture bicycles, and a couple of years later the first car was presented to the world.
Smart
This brand of German cars is the result of the merger of the two largest automotive corporations, which pursued the goal of creating a compact car for urban roads. Thus, the Smart brand, owned by Daimler AG, was invented.
Datsun
The Japanese car brand has a long history, which began with the creation of an automobile enterprise, whose chief engineer was Masujiro Hashimoto. The first Japanese car models were called "DAT", whose capital letters symbolized the first letters of the names of the three partners who created the enterprise.
Cadillac
The American automobile brand was created in 1902 and was named "Henry Ford Company" in honor of the chief engineer of the enterprise. However, after a short time, Henry Ford left the corporation and began to specialize in opening and creating his own car design factories. At the same time, Ford's successor, Henry Leland, was actively developing the "abandoned" Ford enterprise, and also came up with a new name, Cadillac, in honor of the founder of the city of Detroit, where the automobile plant was located.
Dodge
The famous American car brand bears the name of its creators, the Dodge brothers, who at the beginning of their career in the automotive industry opened a firm to manufacture and design bicycles. After some time, the brothers entered into an agreement with Henry Ford to develop and release parts for a new car model. A little later, the Dodge brothers opened a car manufacturing enterprise whose goal was to create their own cars, and not fulfill orders from other manufacturers.
Ssang yong
The very beginning of the formation of the Korean automobile brand was associated with the production of cars. But the company that existed at that time specialized exclusively in the creation of army jeeps. Subsequently, with the change in the name of the automobile enterprise, its specialization also changed: now buses, trucks and special equipment were produced. Currently, Ssang Yong is actively producing SUVs, pickups and crossovers. Translated, the name of the Korean automobile brand means "Two Dragons", symbolizing power and independence.
Luxgen
This brand of cars is perhaps the only representative of the Taiwanese car industry, created relatively recently, in 2008. Prior to this, the company was a subsidiary of Yulon Motor. After multiple successful collaborations with global automotive corporations, the plant decided to create its own independent automotive industry. The Taiwanese brand name comes from abbreviated words for:
- "wealth";
- "Giftedness";
- "genius";
- "luxury".
All these characteristics can be found in Luxgen automotive products.
LADA (AvtoVaz)
It is a brand of cars that existed in Soviet times and is actively developing in modern Russia. The factories for the production of cars, as well as the main office of the enterprise, are located in the city of Togliatti, Samara region. Initially, the name "LADA" was used only for those car models intended for export. The models intended for operation inside the country bore the names "Zhiguli" and "Sputnik". Now all models of cars are produced under a single name "LADA".
Marussia
This brand of cars is a prominent representative of the Russian sports car industry, which is a partner of the British racing team in Formula 1. The beginning of the establishment of the enterprise is inextricably linked with the famous actor and presenter Nikolai Fomenko. The investor was one of the most influential Russian oligarchs. The automobile brand dates back to 2007, when the serial production of racing cars was launched almost immediately.
TagaAZ
Another Russian automobile brand that enjoys due popularity among the population. The car manufacturing plant is located in Taganrog. The history of the establishment of the enterprise dates back to 1997, when, in accordance with the license of the South Korean "Daewoo Motors", the plant construction process was launched. Exactly a year later, the enterprise was put into operation, but due to the onset of the economic crisis, the conveyors were not fully loaded. The first cars that were taken were assembled at this automobile enterprise - Korean models, renamed into Russian names.
All car brands: list by type
If you present all car brands in the form of a list, you will get a very impressive list of models, acquaintance with which may take more than one day. As mentioned above, all brands of cars have their own distinctive features, one of which is their type:
Car brands
A passenger car is a vehicle intended for personal use, the main purpose of which is to carry luggage and passengers in the amount of 2-8 people. Nowadays, many car manufacturers specialize in producing different types machines. However, there are those whose products are only passenger cars. These include:
The list of passenger car brands starts with one of the oldest car manufacturers of Italian origin, which, unlike its competitors, started immediately with the release of automotive products. The enormous popularity of cars of this brand was largely due to their active participation in various car competitions. Throughout the history of the plant "Alfa Romeo" has specialized in the production and production of trucks, buses, trolley buses. However, now the company is known for its automobile products only of passenger type.
The list of brands of passenger cars is continued by the British manufacturer of luxury automotive products. Despite the British origin, the car brand in question is currently a subsidiary of the German Volkswagen Group. The fabulous pricing policy of cars is due to the powerful internal filling of cars, as well as manual assembly. Most famous model is the "Bentley Continental".
The renowned British manufacturer is one of the world's leading car and racing car manufacturers, something that could not have been expected in the early days when the plant specialized in motorcycle sidecars. Due to the low profit, it was decided to produce bodies for the leading car manufacturers at that time. However, now the presented brand of passenger cars has rightfully taken an honorable place among them.
Confidently complete the list of brands of passenger cars rightfully belongs to luxury cars from Great Britain, which at this time are a division of the corporation of the German "BMW AG". For cars of this brand, the status of prestigious, serious and elite cars has long been drawn, which automatically endow the listed qualities of their owners.
Sports car brands
Sports cars are the generic names for a wide range of passenger cars with two-seater seating. All brands sports cars characterized by:
- increased speeds;
- powerful and durable engine;
- low body fit.
Unlike brands of racing cars, sports cars are designed to move on public roads, which implies their full state registration.
Some of the most famous brands of sports cars are:
a) Aston Martin
Today it is an indicator of luxury and well-being. All models of this brand of machines are assembled by hand and only by prior order. For the first time, the popularity of the brand came after the famous film about the 007 agent.
World famous and popular luxury sports car brand from Italy. Until relatively recently, the plant bearing the name of the brand's creator specialized in the production of tractor products, when Ferruccio Lamborghini decided to start creating own cars... Now the world is most famous for two models of "Lamborgini": "Aventador" and "Gallardo".
The Italian brand of luxury sports cars is particularly popular in Formula 1 racing, which is continuously associated with the history of the brand, which was created after the merger of the racing team. Now the Italian car brand is characterized by high cost, justified by quality and reliability.
Truck brands
A truck is a vehicle, the purpose of which is to transport goods in a specially equipped body or cargo platform. If earlier all trucks were associated with something very loud and not entirely comfortable, nowadays the creation of trucks of increased comfort is actively practiced. The following brands of trucks have proven themselves most well:
a) Mercedes-Benz
The German automotive manufacturer specializes in the production of those main lines of trucks:
Trucks in this series are great for long distance travel, as well as workflow on large-scale construction sites. It is characterized by the presence of such functions:
- weather sensors;
- an optimized steering system that allows the driver to exercise control over road surface in all weather conditions.
They are characterized by low weight and high degree of maneuverability, which is optimal for transporting bulk cargo. These trucks are often used as platforms for concrete mixers.
The presented trucks are distinguished by their high carrying capacity, which makes it possible to use them in the following areas:
- production;
- mining;
- construction.
Models of the considered brand of trucks are presented in two variations:
- "FH";
- "FM".
Models of the first series are actively used for the transportation of goods weighing 20-33 tons. The models of the second series belong to the class of truck tractors capable of covering long distances.
An automobile concern of French origin equips the truck market with the following models:
- "Kerax", capable of carrying up to 33 tons on board;
- Trucks, which are a series of heavy duty trucks;
- "Premium Optifuel", characterized by increased efficiency.
Also in the assortment of the French concern there is a model "Premium Lander", which is characterized by the presence of an all-wheel drive system of hydraulics, due to which the truck surpasses other models in terms of carrying capacity, efficiency and control.
Car brands alphabetically
Now it's time to pay attention to the following car brands, presented in alphabetical order, whose icons have a rather interesting history under them:
The American automaker chose a shape reminiscent of a caliper as an icon for its "brainchild", which carried uncomplicatedness and simplicity. This choice was due to the difficult process of registering a new car brand during the period when the automobile brand was published, since many trademarks had very close similarities with each other.
The badge of an elite foreign car of Spanish origin consists of two parts:
- a red cross that stands out against a white background;
- a snake devouring a person.
The badge is a direct embodiment of local culture and identity, since the first element is an integral part of the coat of arms of the Spanish city of Milan, and the second is a copy of the coat of arms of the royal Visconti dynasty, which reigned at the time when the car brand was created.
Throughout the history of the presented company, the car brand icon has undergone repeated changes:
- in the first version of the badge there were only the letters "A" and "M", which were intertwined with each other;
- much later they were joined by wings, symbolizing unlimited speed, which were borrowed from the automobile corporation "Bentley";
- after some time, the wings began to acquire fashionable and outlined contours;
- in 1947, the name of the owner managing the company at the time appeared on the badge.
The world famous 4 rings present in the badge of German cars are a symbol of the merger in 1934 of major automotive corporations:
- Audi Automobil-Werke AG;
- Horch Automobil-Werke GmbH ,;
- Dampf Kraft Wagen;
- Wanderer Werke AG.
The name of the car brand itself is of Latin origin, which in colloquial speech means "listen, listen." As a result, the creators of luxury cars pay great attention to the powerful engine of the car, which is really nice to listen to.
The badge for luxury car brands is the winged capital B, symbolizing strength, speed and non-independence. Due to the existing color schemes of the icon, the types of cars produced are distinguished:
- green - racing sports cars;
- red - sophisticated models;
- black - powerful and impressive cars.
The first version of the badge was a conventional propeller. It has undergone various changes over time. Currently, the basis of the badge is the flag of Bavaria. The name comes from the abbreviation of the plant that produces german cars - Bayerische MotorenWerke.
The Chinese auto industry decided to rely on the affordable cost of its cars without compromising their high quality, which is emphasized by the name, which means "diamond". The two hieroglyphs in the icon are the Chinese writing of a similar word.
The luxury car badge is shaped like a pearl, bearing the initials of the founder of the giant car corporation, Ettore Bugatti. There are 60 points around the perimeter of the badge, which are pearls.
The basis of the badge of luxury cars of British origin are three coats of arms, symbolizing the coat of arms of the Buick family of Scotland, which founded the automobile corporation.
Although not so popular, but at the same time there is a queue of the representative of the German car industry, whose badge, in fact, is a simplified version of "BMW". To create a new brand of the car, it was only required to change the shape, color and abbreviation.
The badge originates in the family coat of arms of the de La Motte Cadillac family, who are the founders of the American automobile plant of the same name.
Initially, the British car brand was official dealer "Lotus", when the rights to it were bought by one of the then owners of the presented automobile corporation, adding the prefix "Seven" to the name. After that, the cars became known as "Catheram Super Seven". The badge has undergone numerous changes over time, the most recent being the badge of the car introduced in 2014. The green color remains unchanged, clearly outlining the contours of the British flag.
Another representative of the Chinese car industry, whose icon strongly resembles the outline of the abbreviation of the automaker, Cherry Automobile Corporation. The symbolism of the icon lies in the hands, which are characterized by strength and unity.
The name of one of the largest car brands in the world comes from the name of the famous racer and mechanic Louis Joseph Chevrolet, who was invited to start producing cars under his own name after performing at one of the prestigious auto racing cups. The proposal was made by the automotive giant General Motors.
The butterfly icon is the epitome of the success of the car brand's creator. There are several hypotheses as to how the idea of \u200b\u200bcreating such an icon came about:
- one by one - the badge was invented by one of the owners of an automobile corporation after he was attracted by a simple pattern on the wallpaper;
- on the other, the owner of the company liked a similar image in the process of flipping through the galleries of sheets.
The name of the American car brands comes from the name of the vice president of General Motors Corporation, Walter Chrysler. Over time, he began to specialize in the production of his own cars. The corporation began to replenish itself with global automotive brands, which made it possible to produce passenger cars and minivans. Modern icon elements represent speed and agility.
The French automobile corporation dates back to the beginning of the last century, when it was created by the engineer Andre Citroën, after whom it was named. The icon of the presented brand is made up of two chevrons, reminiscent of the first outstanding achievement of French engineering, the teeth of the chevron wheel.
The automobile giant got its name in honor of one of the territories of present-day Romania, which was named in accordance with the name of the tribe that lived in this area. The original version of the badge looked like dragon scales, since one of the sacred animals of the mentioned tribe was the dragon. In this form, the badge existed for quite a long time, until at the 2008 auto show at the ball its new version was presented, which is a capital letter "D", framed by a line on which the full name of the car brand appears. The presence of silver shades testifies to the status of the Renault automobile concern, a subsidiary of Dacia.
The Korean auto industry also does not stand still and is in a hurry to introduce one of its largest representatives, whose name means "the great universe". According to one of the existing opinions, the icon is based on a shell. However, the vast majority prefer to believe the lily version, which the icon looks like. Moreover, the lily is a symbol of purity, innocence and greatness.
The presented brand of cars of Japanese origin was founded on the basis of one of the largest companies specializing in the production of engines for cars. After a certain amount of time, a new enterprise was formed, which received its current name. The symbolism of the car badge lies in compactness, combined with convenience, which directly corresponds to the corporation's motto, which sounds as follows: "We make it compact!"
The history of the automobile enterprise begins in 1900, when the Dodge brothers began to manufacture and produce spare parts for cars. Over time, it was decided to slightly change the specialization for the production of machines directly. At the same time, the American company became part of the Chrysler Corporation. The car badge has undergone repeated changes:
- at first, it was based on a round medal, in the center of which were two triangles, forming a star with six ends. Inside there were also the capital letters "D" and "B", which stands for "Dodge Brothers Motor Vehicles", the inscription of which framed the medal on the outside;
- with the onset of 1936, a ram's head first appeared on the badge, which subsequently disappeared, and the car brand was for some time deprived of any badge;
- soon the head of the animal again became an integral part of American cars.
Such abrupt appearance and disappearance of the company's badge testifies to the power and assertiveness of the animal whose head is depicted on it. The red lines that define the shape of the head also represent an unwavering sporting spirit.
The abbreviation of the Chinese car brand stands for "First Automobile Works", which means "First Automobile Corporation". The car badge resembles an eagle spreading its wings, which is a symbol of freedom and conquest of space.
The history of the creation of the icon of luxury Italian sports cars is connected with the famous pilot from Italy, Francesco Baraca, hallmark whose fighter was a black horse standing on its hind legs. Enzo Ferrari, after whom the automobile corporation got its name, was an ardent admirer of the skilled pilot. As a result, the presented brand of Italian cars is decorated with a modern badge, each element of which symbolizes something:
- the yellow background is the color of the city of Modena, where the first Ferrari car plant was built;
- three stripes located at the top of the badge - national Italian colors;
- the initials SF are an abbreviation for "Scuderia Ferrari" which means "Ferrari Stable". This was the name of the racing team.
It is interesting that a similar one can be found on the coat of arms of Stuttgart.
The name of this brand of cars comes from the abbreviated version of "Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino". Throughout its existence, the icon of the presented automobile corporation has taken a variety of forms: from round to square. The modern version of the badge has much in common with the past versions, which positions the company as a company that remembers its past and is proud of it, but at the same time is constantly developing.
The renowned engineer Henry Ford decided not to complicate anything that could be simple. For this reason, even the modern version of the car badge is easily recognizable and represents the full name of the corporation, framed by an oval. This simplicity of an icon is considered the epitome of practicality and accessibility.
Poland cannot boast of a grandiose and demanded automotive industry, however "Plant Passenger Cars "- a direct refutation. Only in 2010, the Polish corporation began producing its own cars under one of the brands of the Daewoo enterprise, which then owned. The brand icon is very simple and is a weaving of letters of the company name. The color red was not chosen by chance, as it symbolizes passion, quality and trust.
The date of the establishment of the Chinese automobile corporation is considered to be 1986. At the same time, the company's badge is based on a white bird's wing or a high snow-capped mountain, towering against a blue background that personifies the sky. The very name of the car brand means "happiness". Apparently, this is how the icon designer imagined happiness.
The next car brand alphabetically is the Korean car manufacturer Hyunday, founded in 1967. Translated from Korean, the name means “modernity. The oblique capital letter "H" in the icon represents two people shaking hands. Thus, the automotive corporation sees a friendly and productive relationship with its customers.
Japanese luxury cars are in great demand, which is believed by car manufacturers to be based on the icon and name of the automobile concern. The name translates as "infinity". Initially, the plant's engineers suggested using the familiar infinity symbol. However, later they decided to stop on the road stretching into the distance. This has become a symbol of the limitless possibilities of this car brand.
The British luxury sedan automaker has chosen a wild cat jumping as its badge. The development of such a peculiar outline of the car brand belonged to the famous artist Gordon Crosby. A distinctive feature of this icon is the throwing back of the jaguar figurine in an accident.
30. Jeep
Another representative of the American car industry, which is part of the Chrysler company. The badge was created in accordance with the abbreviation GP, \u200b\u200bwhich stands for general purpose vehicle. Today the cars of the American brand are an icon for men and good taste.
The badge of one of the largest Korean car brands is made in the form of capital letters, played with stylization and located inside an oval circle. In fact, these two words, literally meaning "Enter the world from Asia", have become the embodiment of world success and recognition of the Korean automobile giant. Now the automobile concern specializes in a wide range of cars with different body solutions.
Luxury sports cars of Italian origin are the property of the German factory "Audi AG". The founder of the company was Ferruccio Lamborghini, who was offered a recognizable badge in black and gold colors. The main figure is the bull, personifying the constellation Taurus, under which Lamborghini was born. The peculiarity in the names of Italian cars lies in their correspondence to the names of bulls or the names of cities that have ever participated in a bullfight.
The well-known British manufacturer is the brainchild of the Ford automobile corporation. The car badge is modest and uncomplicated. The company's coat of arms is a sailing bowsprit that cuts through the water and is framed by a knight's shield.
The next brand of cars alphabetically is the Japanese "Lexus", the name of which is a derivative of the English word "luxury", which means "luxury" in translation. The simple capital letter “L”, enclosed in an oval, embodies the very luxury that needs no special introduction. The Japanese car brand is a subsidiary of Toyota.
A car brand, the copies of which are always supplied to the automotive market in limited quantities, which emphasizes the quality and status of the products, as well as their owners. The car icon is made in the form of a compass, the arrows of which are directed to all parts of the world, which symbolizes the goal of the automobile giant, which is the desire to achieve success in any country in the world.
The Italian automotive concern is the result of a family cohesion embodied in the six Maserati brothers, the senior founders of the renowned racing car brand. The car badge is characterized by the trident of Neptune, whose statue was considered the main attraction in the city, where a car company was first established. Red and blue are the main colors of the coat of arms of Bologna, where the famous brand originates.
The Japanese automaker chose the capital letter “M” for its cars, inscribed in the form of spread wings, which is often referred to as “tulip”. In fact, every motorist sees something different in this letter. The name of the company comes from the name of the deity Ahura Mazda, who was the patron saint of the sun, stars and the moon.
38. Mercedes-Benz
Elite German cars are produced under the trademark owned by the giant Daimler AG concern. The car badge is made in the form of a star with three rays, symbolizing the superiority of products on land, at sea and in the air. This fact is due to the fact that in the old days, Daimer AG specialized in the production and production of aircraft and marine engines.
The presented automobile concern initially has British roots, but in the process of subsequent reorganizations it became the property of the German BMW. The meaning of the passenger car icon consists of three components:
- efficiency;
- affordable pricing policy;
- optimal capacity.
It is these qualities that the cars of the brand in question possess.
40. Mitsubishi
The name of the Japanese concern means "three diamonds", which could be found on the family coat of arms of the Iwasaki family, who were the founders of the first automobile plant. Throughout the history of the brand's existence, the icon has never been changed.
The style of the Japanese brand cars is based on the rising sun, in which the full name of the brand is inscribed. The point is sincerity that brings success. The badge recently celebrated its 80th anniversary.
The easily recognizable lightning bolt, located inside the circle, symbolizes breakneck speed and lightning speed. In the original version of the outline, there was the word "Blitz", which was also accompanied by lightning.
Since 2010, the new icon of the French car brand has been an updated form of a lion without a tongue, presented in a three-dimensional image. The meaning of the badge is dynamic movement and development. The idea of \u200b\u200bcreating such a style belongs to a famous car manufacturer in France, who has become recognizable for the production of cars that are devoid of a large content of harmful substances.
The icon of German cars is distinguished by its richness of elements, since it includes:
- a horse standing on its hind legs, which is the symbol of the city of Stuttgart;
- deer antlers and stripes in black and red, which are part of the coat of arms of the German state of Baden-Württemberg.
The icon of French cars, made in the form of a diamond on a yellow background, symbolizes success and prosperity. If you take a closer look, you will notice that each side of the diamond is located on top of the other. In reality, such a figure cannot exist. However, the corporation's manufacturers in this way make it clear that they are able to make the impossible come true.
The British Automobile Corporation specializes in the production of premium cars. The name and the first caps of the icon, superimposed on each other, are reminiscent of the creators of luxury cars, Frederick Royce and Charles Rolls.
The Swedish automotive concern filed for bankruptcy in 2011. The company's badge is represented by a mythological bird that could be found on the coat of arms of one of the respected counts of Sweden. The present owners of the automobile corporation own the right to the name of the car brand without using the usual symbol.
It is a trademark of the Volkswagen Group, and the name is an abbreviation for the full name of the concern. Now the main focus of the company is to create sports and city cars. In the near future, it is planned to release the first crossover.
Another brand of the Volkswagen Group, only this time of Czech origin. The icon is a winged arrow located inside the ring. The full name of the company is located above the icon, the semantic component of which is as follows:
- wing - a symbol of technical progress;
- arrow - the latest technology;
- eye - open-mindedness;
- green - product safety for the environment.
The name of the Japanese automobile concern translates as "put together", and the six stars on the badge symbolize a similar number of companies that have joined together to create an automobile enterprise. The stars were chosen in honor of the constellation of the Pleiades, cherished by the Japanese.
The icon of Japanese car brands is represented by the capital letter S of the Latin alphabet, which looks like a hieroglyph. The name of the company comes from the surname of the creator, Michio Suzuki. Initially, the company specialized in the production of machine tools for the textile industry, as well as motorcycles. A little later, the main specialization began to be in the production of cars.
One of the few automotive concerns of American origin, whose main focus is the production of cars that run on electric fuel. The capital letter "T" resembles the shape of a sword, which is the personification of swiftness and speed. The very name of the car brand comes from the name of the famous physicist Nikola Tesla.
Initially, the main activity of Toyota was the manufacture of looms. Paying tribute to the past, the current owners of the automobile concern have decided not to change the badge symbolizing the thread threaded into the eye of a needle. The icon began to bear a philosophical meaning:
- two ovals intersecting each other are the personification of the driver and the car engine;
- a large oval uniting two small ones is a symbol of the promising and broad opportunities of the automobile corporation.
The badge of the "people's German car" is represented by the capital letters "W" and "V" fused together by means of a monogram. In the days of Nazi Germany, this sign symbolized the swastika. After the end of the war, the car factory was transferred to Great Britain, where the spelling of the letters was slightly changed.
The Swedish automotive corporation took the inherent attributes of the Roman god of war Ares, a shield and a spear as the basis of its badge. Initially, the strip running through the grille was intended for the mounting point of the badge. However, this strip is now part of the brand.
56. Lada (AvtoVaz)
The icon of the Russian car industry has existed since Soviet times. Currently, the boat under sail is presented in a slightly different shape, in which the blue and white colors remain unchanged. The rook symbolizes the location of the Russian automobile plant, the Samara region, located on the Volga. In the old days, transportation of various goods became possible only by means of boats crossing the Volga. The rook has the shape of the capital letter "B", included in the name "VAZ".
And the list of car brands in alphabetical order is completed by another Russian automobile manufacturer, the car icon of which is directly related to the products of the automobile plant in Taganrog. In the early 2000s, the corporation specializes in the production of machines called "Orion". After some time, the plant arrives with a specialty in the assembly of cars.
The most famous car brands
The automotive market is highly competitive, in which only select automakers who have managed to establish a production and sales system deserve the right to exist. The popularity of a particular car brand is determined by the number of models sold. According to this indicator, the most famous car brands are:
1. Nissan
The long history of the development of the Japanese automobile brand does not lose its relevance today. Now the popular concern has relied on innovative technologies, presenting to the world new versions of electric cars that are more environmentally friendly. One of the corporation's latest projects is the creation of a new generation of New York taxis, designed specifically for world-class racing.
2. Porsche
The German automaker does not get tired of working on the quality and reliability of its products, which results in the working condition of about 70% of cars of this brand. In recent years, the automobile concern has been placing particular emphasis on the environmentally friendly component of cars, while maintaining their power and strength. This is confirmed by the hybrid version “ Porsche cayenne". The German company is now part of the Volkswagen Group.
Thanks to the stylish design and advanced technologies, the cars of the German concern are in great demand among motorists and connoisseurs of beauty. The automaker is tirelessly improving its production, as evidenced by:
- new models of machines produced annually;
- introduction of new technologies;
- increasing sales by several tens of percent in many world markets.
4. Hyundai
It is the best South Korean automotive brand, which is characterized by the rapid development of production in the automotive industry. Recently, the concern has been changing its focus somewhat, moving from practical models to more luxurious cars, which, in turn, remain affordable for the population.
For quite a long time, the legendary automobile concern has been experiencing certain difficulties. However, this does not seem to be affecting vehicle production in any way, as exemplified by the updated Focus and Fusion models introduced in 2012. At the present time, these models of the American brand of cars are still sold in huge quantities around the world.
6. Volkswagen
The most "popular" car in Germany was awarded the title "Car of the Year" in 2012. Since then, the concern has not been tired of breaking records for the number of sales. The German automaker is now considered the greenest carmaker in the world, and is still looking for alternative energy sources.
7. Honda
The world famous brand of cars from Japan is wildly popular among the world population. This was evidenced by record sales of the Honda Accord in 2012, which was subsequently named the best car of the year in many countries around the world. Distinctive features of all cars of this brand are reliability and safety, which are present in each model.
One of the leaders in the premium automotive field, characteristic features which are style and quality. German concern was chosen as the official partner of the Olympics held in London, where he provided more than 3 thousand cars. Also, the corporation does not remain far from innovation and recently introduced the world to cars of the “i” series, which are distinguished by increased power and environmental friendliness.
9. Mercedes-Benz
It is the main competitor to BMW. However, it still holds the title of trendsetter in the automotive industry, specializing in the production of powerful and safe high-end vehicles.
10. Toyota
The legendary car brand from Japan in 2012 became the leader in sales, presenting only two models to the world public: "Prius" and "Aqua". Hybrid engines These machines have shown a high degree of endurance and power, and the continued demand for them speaks of the viability of such installations. The development of the company is manifested in the production of stylish cars that are affordable for ordinary buyers.
The most expensive car brands
Recently, the overwhelming number car companies in the process of manufacturing their products, they began to make a greater bias towards practicality and comfort, which directly affects the cost of machines. Which car brands are the most expensive in the world? Now we will find out:
1. Honda ($ 21 thousand)
One of the reputable insurance companies with a worldwide reputation recognized the engines of the Japanese automobile corporation as the most reliable and high-performance, which directly affects the cost of cars, which now exceeds $ 20,000 for one copy of the Japanese car industry.
2. Toyota ($ 23 thousand)
Another Japanese car maker was only slightly ahead of its rival. Especially popular among consumers are models of increased cost:
- Land Cruiser Prado;
- Land Cruiser 200;
- Highlander.
They account for about a third of all corporation car sales.
3. Audi ($ 31 thousand)
One of the subsidiaries of Volkswagen AG is distinguished by its stylish design, easy handling and increased comfort. As a result, the high pricing policy, which, however, is not an obstacle for connoisseurs and fans of the German car industry.
4. Volvo ($ 31.5 thousand)
The Swedish automaker is gaining momentum and actively developing its automotive industry, resulting in the development and subsequent release from the assembly line of hybrid car models. At the moment, the average cost for one copy is almost $ 32,000.
5. Infinity ($ 41 thousand)
Owned by the Japanese car brand, Nissan Motor actively develops innovative technologies in the production of vehicles that are characterized by a high degree of comfort, endurance and performance. Now one of the most expensive car brands costs about $ 41,000.
6. Lexus ($ 42 thousand)
Another Japanese car brand that is part of the Toyota Corporation. Under the "Lexus" brand, they produce expensive premium cars of various types and modifications, which allowed them to enter the list of the most expensive cars in the world.
7. BMW ($ 50 thousand)
The list of the most expensive cars would be incomplete without representatives of the German car industry. Status and safety cars are selling at the old cost of half a million dollars.
8. Land Rover ($ 60 thousand)
The English car industry has fully embodied its aristocracy in the models of the famous automobile concern. A striking example of this is “Range Rover evoque"Characterized by increased cross-country ability, comfort and reliability. According to statistics, this car is the most stolen model.
9 Mercedes-Benz ($ 67,000)
Another representative of the German automobile industry is the world famous Mercedes-Benz corporation, which in 2010 was recognized as the most expensive automobile brand in the world.
10. Porsche ($ 98 thousand)
The most profitable car manufacturing company is again the representative of the German car industry. At the moment, the models "Cayenne" and "Macan" are in the greatest demand.
Rare car brands
Well, now is the time to pay attention to rare brands of cars, whose exclusivity lies in their high cost and status:
Despite almost half a century of development history, the automobile corporation "Lotus" cannot boast of a fierce demand for its model range of cars, which was created on the basis of past mistakes of the company. The most recognizable Lotus models are:
- "Elise";
- "Exige";
- "Evora".
The presented models are characterized by swiftness and increased cross-country ability, which can only suit enthusiasts with clear life goals. To justify all of the above, it is worth noting that leading manufacturers of spare parts and components for cars are fighting for the opportunity to get the inscription "Lotus" on their products.
The presented car brand from England specializes in the production of rare brands of cars that are assembled by hand. To be more precise, only one model is being released, the M600. The mentioned car belongs to the category of sports cars, which is equipped with a spacious engine with two turbines. The result is 650 horses under the hood, and the 6-speed gearbox makes them easy to handle. It is also worth noting that a tubular-type aluminum frame acts as the basis for the entire mechanical leaving the car. In order to reduce weight, composite materials were used in the production of the car body.
Koenigsegg
This concern has Swedish roots, and the impetus for its creation was the desire of the founder to invent a unique sports car that would be used exclusively for personal purposes. And, starting in 1994, the world community began to create outstanding cars, distinguished by their unique characteristics and design. For example, one of the latest models of the Swedish plant is capable of reaching speeds of 400 km / h in just 20 seconds.
Another brand of rare cars that is of Italian origin. The machines are distinguished by their output power and speed, which are based on the powerful engines from Mercedes. The range of the automobile corporation is represented by models whose power starts from 700 horses.
Wiesmann
A rare German car brand specializes in the production of sports models, beaten in a classic style. Cars are characterized by the absence of external aggressiveness, which is replaced by some femininity, manifested in the form of cars. However, the inner fullness of the sports car suggests otherwise:
- productive perforated brakes;
- suspension system on double wishbones;
- body structure made of aluminum.
The list of rare car brands continues a brand from the United States, which was founded in 1999. The corporation also specializes in the production of powerful and domestic sports cars that can accelerate to hundreds in a couple of seconds. Like the vast majority of race cars, the SSC models have a body made of aluminum combined with a hydrocarbon fiber.
Despite its centuries-old existence, cars of the exclusive brand are still the rarest. Their distinctive feature is the presence of wood elements in the frame of the structure. Also, the uniqueness of the automobile concern lies in the production and release of cars with three wheels, which are a cross between a motorcycle and a small car.
The history of the formation of the Dutch automobile brand begins in 1880, when the company specialized in harnessing horse-drawn carriages, as well as servicing stagecoaches. Years later, the company released its first car, followed by an order to create a model for the royal family. This is followed by a period of active participation of cars of this brand in various racing competitions. During the period of hostilities around the world, "Spyker" starts production of aircraft and engines for them, and at the end of the war the corporation is closed.
A new round in the production of the Dutch company begins in the early 2000s, when the first car model was released.
Another rare car brand offers models with a minimum weight of up to one ton. At the same time, the cars are capable of accelerating to 300 km / h and create a feeling of flight, despite the rigid suspension.
A luxury car corporation from Italy owns the most powerful car world, "Bugatti Veyron", which is capable of delivering power in a thousand horses. All this is created thanks to the engine, equipped with 16 cylinders and turbocharging. Due to the sky-high cost of the model, the presented car brand is the rarest in the world.
Car brands and countries of origin
Some brands of cars are very recognizable and by them, in particular, by names, it becomes possible to determine their country of origin. However, there are such car brands by which it is difficult to determine the country of manufacture.
USA:
The largest American automaker is the Ford corporation, founded by the famous engineer Henry Ford, who came up with the idea of \u200b\u200bcreating an assembly line production that significantly reduces the cost of assembling cars, which directly affected the availability of personal vehicles. In today's automotive market, where one car company takes over another, Ford remains independent and one of the largest automotive corporations in the world. The most significant acquisition of the American concern is Jaguar, a significant part of which was sold to Henry Ford.
Successful automotive production was easily established by a talented engineer from a small American town, who decided to give his "brainchild" its own name. The success and popularity of the corporation was driven by the acquisition of one car company after another, which include:
- american "Dodge";
- french "Simca";
- english "Rooters Group".
A little later, the Chrysler piggy bank was replenished with the huge American Motors company, as well as the popular manufacturer of tractor equipment Lamborgini.
Throughout the existence of this automobile brand, which, by the way, has American roots, there have been constant acquisitions. So, in 1960, the concern was bought out by Jaguar, which later left and merged with Chrysler. The merged organization is currently owned by the German Mercedes.
The well-known American concern for the production of cars was created by the equally eminent racer Louis Chevrolet. Subsequently, the popularity of this brand of cars only grew, which allowed it to acquire an automobile corporation with the legendary name "General Motors". Now "Checrolet" is actively cooperating with japanese companies Toyota and Suzuki, helping these automakers enter the US market.
Europe:
1. Germany:
One of the largest German car manufacturers supplying its products to the world market. The concern was created during the reign of Hitler with the aim of providing every German people's car... At that time, only one model, the Beetle, was being produced. However, the engineers of the enterprise realized in time that the development of the company was thus impossible. Then the famous production models presented by Golf and Passat were invented, thanks to which Volkswagen was able to conquer the world car market. At the same time, the enterprise managed to acquire large concerns, and today it includes the following car brands:
- Seat;
- Skoda;
- Rolls-Royce.
The presented world-class car manufacturer began its journey with the creation of small cars and motorcycles. After some time he became the owner of the English automobile concern "Rover". Now the most recognizable brands of cars under the auspices of "BMW" are "MINI".
2. Italy
Here I would like to draw special attention to "Fiat", an automaker known for the creation of small foreign cars, on which, in fact, he rose. Now the Italian concern owns a number of legendary and prestigious car brands:
- Ferrari;
- Alfa Romeo;
- Maseratti;
- Lancia.
3. France
The famous French brand "Peugeot" is popular because it is the owner of the equally famous "Citroёn". Since the beginning of the collaboration between the two organizations, many similar elements can be seen in car models;
- undercarriage structures;
- engine;
- external outlines.
Japan
The Land of the Rising Sun is an amazing place on Earth, where automobile production is well established, which is currently one of the world leaders in this field. However, some well-known Japanese car brands have not always specialized in the production of automotive products. For instance:
Honda. At the dawn of its career, the company was engaged in the collection of bicycles with motors, which at that time were purchased in small batches.
- Toyota. Previously known for the production of textiles.
- Mitsubishi. Throughout the history of its existence, the corporation has managed to try itself in different areas of business, even in the brewery.
- "Mazda". Prior to car manufacturing, she specialized in the production of cork products.
- "Suzuki". Previously specialized in the manufacture of looms.
Russian car brands
Unlike its Western, European and Asian competitors, the domestic auto industry cannot boast of record sales of cars, which is largely due to the inadequate quality of automotive products. However, there are Russian car brands that are legendary and are important in the development of the automotive industry:
1. AvtoVAZ (LADA)
He is one of the leaders of the domestic auto industry, which throughout its formation specialized exclusively in the production of cars, first in Soviet Russia, and now in modern Russia. During the existence of the Soviet Union, AvtoVAZ supplied its cars to all of Western Europe, which were based on Italian Fiat cars. Now "AvtoVAZ" has completely renewed its line of cars, continuing to work on new improved models.
2. Volga
The Russian car brand Volga is the result of the merger of the American company Ford and the Russian company Gas. When creating the aforementioned brand of cars, the goal was to meet the needs of the population in luxury cars. Also, there was a great demand for "Volga" from French and German colleagues. In Soviet times, this car brand was an obligatory "attribute" of the political elite. In 2007, the production of "Volga" stopped, and collectors from all over the world now dream of getting one model of this brand healthy.
The Russian automobile concern "Marussia Motors" is a manufacturer of sports cars. The company got its start in 2007, when the first two models of cars were presented to the public, which later became participants and winners of many racing competitions. However, this further did not save the company from bankruptcy in 2014.
4. TagAZ
The Taganrog Automobile Plant specializes in the production of all variations of cars and trucks, SUVs, buses. The first models of cars of this brand of cars left the assembly line under the license of the South Korean corporation "Daewoo Motor". Despite the times of crisis, "TagAZ" managed to withstand and now produces cars that are notable for affordable cost and high quality.
Car brands by type of SUV
All brands of jeeps
Japanese car brand offers compact model "Jimny", which is ideal for lovers of light off-road. The Jeep is characterized by a high degree of cross-country ability, as well as the presence of all functions necessary to overcome road obstacles.
The leading Japanese automaker offers the FJ Cruiser, which is rapidly growing in demand in the aftermarket. The main advantages of a jeep are:
- large wheels;
- unique suspension design;
- a wide variety of functions.
The Japanese are not going to give up their positions and already represent the next model of jeeps, only released by another manufacturer: X-Terra "from Nissan. During the assembly of this model, all the functions of the jeeps of the 90s were used and added. There is also an impressive design and high cross-country ability of the car, which allows you to overcome the most serious obstacles on the road.
All SUV brands:
The presented automobile corporation proposes to pay attention to the impressive model "QX-56", which has undergone repeated changes and improvements. The result is brutal, but at the same time pleasant appearance, and incomparable power on the road.
It is safe to say that the domestic auto industry has stepped forward in its development. This is confirmed by SUVs from the Russian automobile concern "TagAZ", which are famous for driving on any off-road, but at the same time do not differ in high endurance.
And in the production of SUVs, the Japanese automobile brand did not stand aside and is already in a hurry to present the X-Trail model. All generations of this model are distinguished by high powers and decent indicators of cross-country ability and endurance.
All icons and their names
All brands of cars are distinguished by their individuality and originality, which is largely due to the peculiarities of the production of each of them. Even greater uniqueness of cars is given by their badges, which have a rather interesting historical and philosophical load behind them. Quite often, the external component of a particular car is associated with these icons, which were fully described above.
One of the world's largest automotive companies, founded in 1908 by William Durant. The company's international headquarters are located in Detroit; GM plants in nearly 120 countries employ 209,000 people.
GM and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 35 countries around the world. The divisions of General Motors, among other things, serve and sell a group of the following brands: Baojun, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC , Daewoo, Holden, Isuzu, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling.
The company produces a wide range of passenger cars and commercial vehicles under the brand names Ford, Lincoln, Mercury. Ford has a stake in the Japanese car manufacturer Mazda.
The Russian subsidiary of Ford (CJSC Ford Motor Company) owns an automobile plant in the city of Vsevolozhsk (Leningrad Region), which assembles Ford Focus and Ford Mondeo vehicles.
At present, the auto concern owns such car brands as Maybach, Mercedes Benz"(Mercedes-Benz) and" Smart "(Smart).
At the end of 2011, the net profit of the German automobile concern Daimler increased by 29%, amounting to a record 6.029 billion euros against 4.674 billion euros a year earlier.
Chrysler Group LLC was formed after the Italian concern Fiat completed the acquisition of Chrysler assets on June 10, 2009.
In April 2011, the Italian manufacturer reached an agreement with Chrysler to increase its stake in the American company to 46% from 30%, and in July Fiat completed the purchase of a 7.5% stake in the Chrysler group from the Canadian and American governments, thus increasing its stake in the automaker to 53.5%.
In addition to the Volkswagen cars themselves, the group of the same name owns such car brands as Bentley, Bugatti, Lamborghini, Audi, Skoda, " Seat "(Seat) and" Scania "(Scania).
In January 2009, Volkswagen AG established Volkswagen Group Rus LLC, which merged two Russian subsidiaries - Volkswagen Group Rus and Volkswagen Rus.
Since November 2007, Volkswagen Group Rus has been producing cars in Kaluga, 170 km southwest of Moscow. Its design production capacity is 150,000 vehicles per year. The plant produces cars of the brands Volkswagen, Skoda.
The net profit of the German automotive concern Volkswagen AG in 2011 more than doubled compared to 2010 - to 15.4 billion euros.
On February 11, 2010, an agreement was signed to establish a joint venture for the development and production of cars between Sollers and Fiat on the basis of the Sollers-Naberezhnye Chelny plant.
