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Machine badges from different manufacturers. What are the emblems of world famous car brands

Today, there are more than 50,000 car models and approximately 500 car brands around the world. For the convenience of familiarization with a variety of car brands, they can be broken down by country of origin.

The Chinese automotive industry is actively developing and at the moment there are more than 40 logos of cars from China.

Notable Chinese car manufacturers:

  1. Chery... The logo is based on the letter "A" located inside an ellipsoidal shape in the form of arms enclosing the symbol. The letter enclosed inside the ellipse symbolizes the high level of the machines of this manufacturer. The company was founded in 1997, but received the right to install its logo only in 2001.
  2. Lifan... The Lifan emblem symbolically depicts three sailing ships, which is directly related to the brand's name, literally translated as "sailing in full sail."
  3. Geely... Like many Chinese automakers, Geely Automobile Holdings began with the production of not cars, but other equipment, namely refrigerators. Together with Honda, Geely badges appeared on cars for the first time. This manufacturer is one of the most famous Chinese car manufacturers.
  4. Great wall... The manufacturer Great Wall Motors specializes in the production of four-wheel drive vehicles, although the model range includes both small cars and minivans, limousines, pickups. With the high quality of transport from this manufacturer, the simplicity and reliability of the machines is known all over the world, the positive aspects include the compatibility of parts with other Chinese manufacturers, which greatly simplifies their maintenance and repair.
  5. BYD Auto... The company first announced itself in 1995, initially focusing on the simple requirements of ordinary people. Currently, the priority direction in the production of cars is the independent development, design and production of our own unique cars in full accordance with its name - Build Your Dreams (Build Your Dreams). The manufacturer is currently focusing on the development of electric vehicles with a primary focus on buses.
  6. SAIC- the largest Chinese state automobile concern, originally specialized in the production of cars for the highest power apparatus. At the moment, the manufacturer produces cars together with well-known automotive conglomerates (concerns VAG, GMC, Rover Group). In addition to light vehicles, SAIC manufactures trucks, motorcycles, tractors and buses.
  7. BAW Is a major manufacturer of Chinese 4WD SUVs. In addition to them, the concern produces pickups, light trucks and the best vehicles for military needs.

Japanese cars

Japanese cars have held the leading position among automakers for many years. There are almost 20 brands from the land of the rising sun.

Major Japanese brands:

  1. Honda... The Honda badge is depicted in the form of a stylized symbol "H", after the first letter of the name of the founder of the concern, which is enclosed in a square with smoothed corners.
  2. Toyota... The Toyota emblem consists of three ovals, two of which form the letter "T" and are often described as a thread threaded into a needle with a hint of the weaving past of the manufacturer. Two ovals symbolize the union of the heart of the driver and the car. Both ellipses are enclosed within a common one.
  3. Subaru... The Subaru emblem depicts the Pleiades constellation, the second meaning of the logo is the merger of 6 companies into one - Fuji Heavy Industries. At the beginning of the journey, components from the French Renault brand were used for the production of basic cars.
  4. Suzuki. The Suzuki emblem contains the stylized letter "S". The company began its activities with the production of weaving equipment and motorcycles.
  5. Mitsubishi. The name of the manufacturer is translated as “3 diamonds”, which are stylized in the logo.
  6. Nissan. The emblem of Nissan is based on the sun, and across it is the name of the concern. The history of the company goes back over 80 years.
  7. Acura- is a separate subsidiary of the Honda concern, the name is based on the word "Aku", which symbolizes reliability, accuracy and accuracy. The emblem contains a stylistic image of a caliper (a tool for the most accurate measurement). The brand was founded in 1984.
  8. Datsun. 1931-1986 the company produced its own products, after which it was absorbed by the auto concern Nissan until 2013, when the manufacturer resumed independent production of cars. The emblem contains a Japanese flag with a transverse brand inscription.
  9. Infiniti. The Infiniti emblem contains a stylistic image of the road rushing into the distance, symbolizing the endless possibilities of the car of this brand. Premium cars of this brand are produced on the basis of Nissan-FM.
  10. Lexus. The emblem contains a stylized oblique “L” in an oval. The name of the manufacturer is a harmonious synonym for luxury, which is the priority in the production of cars under this brand. Lexus produces premium cars aimed at the consumer who prefers luxury and driving comfort.
  11. Mazda... The Mazda badge resembles both a tulip, a seagull, a stylized image of an owl, and the letter "M" with spread wings pointing up towards the sky.

Russian car brands

Like other automakers in other countries, the logos of Russian car brands have their own meanings and traditions.

Domestic car manufacturers:

  1. WHA. The emblem in the oval contains a stylized boat, in which both the Russian "B" and "V" can be seen. The rook is a symbol of the regional location of the factory, where in ancient times people and goods were transported on boats.
  2. GAS. Initially, the base for the production of these cars was the products of the Ford concern, which was reflected in the original plant badge, which resembled the American emblem. Since the middle of the 20th century, changes have taken place in the emblem, reflected in the appearance of a stylized image of the region's coat of arms in the badge. At the moment, the stylistic image of a deer on a blue background is present on many domestic vehicles (freight, passenger, cars).
  3. Moskvich. Several meanings are encrypted in the Moskvich logo. Initially, "M" is visible, a closer look at the emblem can be seen the similarity of the badge with the elements of the Kremlin wall. Currently, the logo belongs to the VAG concern (Volkswagen).
  4. UAZ. In the emblem of the Ulyanovsk manufacturer, a bird can be seen, spreading its wings from a circle.

German car brands

Reliability and practicality of German cars allowed not only to win love all over the world, but also led to the fact that the emblems of German concerns have become synonymous with "quality".

German car brands:

  1. Audi. The four-ring icon contains the symbol of the merger of 4 companies. Many people see 4 wheels of the car in the emblem.
  2. BMW. The German concern initially declared itself as a manufacturer of products for the aircraft industry, as a result of which the image of a propeller was present in the original logo. Subsequently, a circle with a wide black outline was used as an emblem, the inner part of which was staggered into 4 equal sectors. The two silver sectors represent steel, and the blue sectors represent the color of the flag.
  3. Mercedes-Benz. The Mercedes-Benz emblem features a three-pointed star within a circle. The beams of the star symbolize primacy and superiority in water, on land and in the air, which is directly related to the release of power units for air and water transport.
  4. Opel. The Opel emblem depicts lightning in a circle as a symbol of speed.
  5. Volkswagen. The company logo contains two letters from its name.
  6. Porsche. The Porsche logo depicts a rearing horse, a symbol of Stuttgart's hometown, and the presence of deer antlers on a red background symbolizes Baden-Württemberg.

European car brands

About 30 well-known brands of cars are represented by European manufacturers.

The most popular European car brands:

  1. Rolls-Royce. The British concern produces premium cars. The company emblem is inscribed with two letters "R" in honor of the names of its creators. The letters are located one above the other with a slight offset of the second down and to the right.
  2. Rover. Despite the constant changes of Rover's logos, stylized images from the Viking era are constantly visible in their symbolism. At the moment, the logo is a gold-colored boat with a red sail, depicted on a black background.
  3. Ferrari. In the logo of the Italian company on a yellow background, which is the symbol of Modena, the letters "SF" (an abbreviation for Ferrari stables) have been added, at the top of the badge there are the colors of the country's flag.
  4. Fiat. The Fiat emblem combines a circle with a square, inside which the name of the brand is inscribed. The badge is a symbol of the know-how and experience that are the pride of the company.
  5. Renault. The emblem of the French manufacturer Renault depicts a stylized diamond on a yellow background, symbolizing prosperity and optimism.
  6. Peugeot. The logo of the French company depicts a lion standing on its hind legs, which symbolizes dynamism.
  7. Citroen. The Citroen logo has a heraldic meaning, and two chevrons, which are an attribute of a military uniform, indicate a great length of service.
  8. Volvo... The Volvo logo represents the symbolism of the god of war - Mars (shield, spear). The diagonal line, designed to hold the symbols together, has become a bright and recognizable attribute of the emblem.

Korean car logos

Korean traditions oblige to put meaning and content in the emblems of brands.

Major Korean car brands:

  1. Hyundai. The emblem of the largest Korean manufacturer in the ellipse contains a stylized letter "H" tilted to the right, symbolizing a partnership handshake, and the name of the concern itself can be translated as "new time".
  2. Ssang Yong. The name of the South Korean manufacturer literally translates as "two dragons", which is reflected in the logo in the form of a stylized image of dragon wings or claws.
  3. Daewoo. The company's logo is a stylized image of a sea shell, and the name of the company itself is translated as "Big Universe".
  4. Kia. In the emblem of the Korean brand, the name of the brand is inscribed in an ellipse, which is a piece of the symbolic phrase "Enter the world of Asia"

American cars

America's love for noticeable cars and a passion for standing out from the crowd, American car emblems easily stand out from the crowd.

Some of the American car brands:

  1. Ford. The name of the founder of the concern is inscribed in capital letters in the Ford emblem in an ellipse, familiar to the modern automotive industry, against a blue background.
  2. Buick. The modern emblem of the American manufacturer is three silvery coats of arms, symbolizing the most successful cars produced by the company of all time.
  3. Hummer. A native of military battles is designated simply and unpretentiously in a simple font - Hummer, the emblem is located on an eight-strip radiator grille.
  4. GMC. The largest American concern General Motors for more than a century of its existence is distinguished by a laconic logo consisting of the abbreviation GMC, made in red.
  5. Cadillac. The company owes its name to the founder, whose name is embedded in the brand. In the central part of the logo there is the family coat of arms of the progenitor of the company.
  6. Chevrolet. The stylized cross, which is the logo of the Chevrolet brand, according to legend, came from a pattern seen by the owner of the company on the wallpaper of a French motel.
  7. Chrysler. The Chrysler logo contains stylized wings that symbolize the speed and power of cars produced by one of the oldest corporations. It includes such well-known brands as Dodge, Lamborghini.
  8. Pontiac. The emblem of a thoroughbred American car is a red arrow located between two large air intakes.
  9. Tesla. The emblem of the Tesla company specializing in the production of cars with electric motors is the letter "T", stylized as a sword.

Among the variety of car brands, one can single out well-known and recognizable ones. To make it easier to navigate in such a variety of car manufacturers, brands can be broken down by country of origin.

Each state is characterized by investing a special meaning in the emblems and names of brands of their cars.

The emblems are very diverse. At the moment, there are a huge number of them in the world. They will identify the quality of the products of a certain manufacturer. Not every car enthusiast will identify the brand of the car only by the badge.

The sign icon has. The process of formation of any of them took a very long time, because not every automobile enterprise immediately began to produce exactly vehicles. Therefore, badges, like cars, were constantly improved. Moreover, the roots of both are "buried" deep in the past century.

It should be noted that there are as many emblems in the world as there are car brands. All car brands in the world cannot be listed and counted. There is no exact answer to this question in any source. Some motorists have more than 2000 units, while others - about 1300. But this is unofficial information. Many brands are produced within the same country, so not all people are aware of their existence.

To date, no one will answer the question of how many car brands have been registered. Moreover, the most famous of them are more than 60 pieces.

In the article you will find answers to questions about how the car brand was formed and what its emblem means.

Famous vehicle badges - major automotive emblems in the world

We present to your attention a list of emblems:

  1. Acura... The emblem resembles a caliper. The simplicity of the drawing is due to the fact that at the time the brand was created in the United States, it was rather difficult to register a new trademark. The official logo register contained many similar trademarks.
  2. Alfa romeo... The logo consists of two borrowed parts: a red cross on a white background and a snake devouring a person. The first element has long been present on the coat of arms of the city of Milan. The second is an exact copy of the coat of arms of the Visconti dynasty.

  3. Aston martin... The initial version of the logo was represented by intertwining letters A and M. The wings identify the speed inherent in the produced cars. They appeared on the logo only in 1927, they were borrowed from. A year later, it was decided to give them a fashionable shape.
    In 1947, the logo was supplemented with the name of the then owner - David Brown.

  4. Audi... The four rings used for the logo symbolize the fusion. Each of the elements represents the companies merged in 1934 such as Audi Automobil-Werke AG, Horch Automobil-Werke GmbH, Dampf Kraft Wagen and Wanderer Werke AG.

  5. Bentley... The main element, the winged capital letter B, is the personification of strength, speed and independence.
    Thanks to the color scheme, three types of cars are distinguished. Thus, green is the hallmark of racing models, red for sophisticated vehicles, black for more powerful vehicles.

    Bentley emblem - using black as an example

  6. Bmw... The first appearance of the company logo dates back to 1917. It featured a propeller. Since 1920, the logo has not undergone any fundamental changes. It can only be noted that since 1963 a different font of the abbreviation has been used.
    The main element of the logo is a black circle, the inner space of which consists of four sectors. The silvery white and sky blue colors in which they are painted are traditional for Bavaria.

  7. Brilliance... Company presents . Considering the fact that the price is affordable for consumers, the high quality of the vehicles produced should be noted. Perhaps this was the reason to call them "diamonds".
    The brand name speaks for itself, and the car logo, consisting of two hieroglyphs, is a written confirmation of this.

  8. Bugatti... Connoisseurs of cars produced by the company know perfectly well why the emblem is made in the form of pearls. The logo contains the surname, as well as the initials of the founder - Ettore. Sixty points along the perimeter are nothing more than pearls.

  9. Buick... The history of the logo is rich. The current version consists of three framed shields. Each of them symbolizes three models, as in the 1960 version of the emblem.

  10. BYD... It didn't take long to create the logo. This is a kind of simplified version of the BMW logo. Color, shape, slightly distorted vision - and you're done.

  11. Cadillac... The family coat of arms of the de La Motte family is used as an emblem. In 1901, the industrial city of Detroit was formed on the territory of the then fort Ville d'Etroit.

  12. Caterham... Caterham Car Sales was a Lotus dealer. In the early 70s. Graham Niern, who by that time headed the company, bought out the rights to manufacture Seven cars. After that, the sports car changed its name to Caterham Super Seven. If you look closely, you can see elements similar to the Lotus emblem. As for the magic number 7, it was present on the company's emblem for a long time, involuntarily recalling the model of the same name.
    Since 2011, there has been some kind of structuring. This is confirmed by the version of the emblem presented in January 2014. It is clearly different from the usual Super Seven. Green remains the unchanged attribute, which now outlines the contours of the flag of Great Britain.

  13. Chery... Chery Automobile Corporation places a logo on its cars that resembles the abbreviation of the company's name. Among other things, the emblem symbolizes the hands, which are characterized by strength and unity.
  14. Chevrolet... Louis Joseph Chevrolet is a renowned racer and mechanic. His performance at the 1905 Vanderbild Cup attracted the attention of the General Motors owner. In 1911, Louis Joseph was asked to name the cars produced after him.
    The bow tie emblem symbolizes the success of the famous racer.
    There is an opinion that the emblem of the company has become nothing more than a drawing on the wallpaper, which William Derant, its owner, drew attention to while staying in one of the hotels in France. The second version, which was told by his wife, says that a similar logo attracted the spouse's attention at the moment of the next turning over the pages of the newspaper.
  15. Chrysler... Walter Percy Chrysler, former vice president of GM, was born to a railway engineer. He dreamed of making his own cars, based on experience and striving for excellence. In 1924, his thoughts began to materialize through the reorganization process of two companies. Four years later, Dodge joined their list, and later Lamborghini with American Motors Corporation.
    Since 2014, the company has been a semi-independent division of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, producing passenger cars and minivans.
    The modern version of the emblem has similar features to the Aston Martin badge and symbolizes speed and speed.
  16. Citroën... The emblem is a double chevron made up of V-shaped insignia. It was used very often in heraldry. In the case of the Citroën emblem, this is due to the beginning of André's career. And it began in the Esten brothers' workshops, which produced spare parts for steam locomotives. In 1905 he becomes their partner and organizes the production of cogwheels (gears). Gradually, the company became a manufacturer of auto parts, and then launched its own conveyor.
  17. Dacia... This is what the territory of modern Romania was called. The ancient Romans called her Dacia, in honor of the Dacian tribe who lived here. The car plant is located in the city of Pitesti.
    Given the connection with the tribe, whose totemic animals are wolf and dragon, it is not surprising that the original version of the emblem resembles the scales of a dragon. In addition, it is worth noting the scaly armor characteristic of their warriors.
    In 2008, visitors to the Geneva Motor Show were the first to see the new Dacia emblem. A more detailed study of the logo resembles the letter "D", the full name is written on its straight horizontal line in dark blue letters. The silver color of the main element indicates the status of a Renault subsidiary.
  18. Daewoo... The name of the company translates as “the great universe”. Many sources say that a shell was chosen as the emblem. But the lily version is more believable. If we compare the emblem of the company with the well-known Fleur-de-lis, which is heraldic in nature, then they are very similar. This is not surprising, because fleur d’lys literally translates from French as “lily flower”. Among other things, this flower is considered to be a symbol of purity, greatness and innocence.
  19. Daihatsu... Since 1907, Hatsudoki Seizo Co., Ltd, based at Osaka University, has been producing car engines for over 20 years.
    In 1951, changes took place, during which a new enterprise was formed, which received the name Daihatsu. Dai and Hatsu (大 and 発) are somewhat of an abbreviation, as Osaka is written with the following kanji combination - 大阪, and "engine building" is 発 動機 製造.
    As for the emblem, it is a stylized element reminiscent of the capital letter "D" and symbolizes compactness combined with convenience. No wonder the company's slogan is the statement: "We make it compact".
  20. Dodge... The company was founded by the Dodge brothers in 1900. They were engaged in the production of auto parts. Then it was decided to produce cars. In 1928, the company became an integral part of the Chrysler Corporation.
    Initially, the company emblem was a round medal. Two interconnected triangles, forming a six-pointed star, were located in the center. Inside it were capital letters D and B, and the phrase "Dodge Brothers Motor Vehicles" framed it on the outside.
    The ram's head was first used in 1936. In the period 1954-1980. the element was not seen on the logo.
    From 1994 to 2010, the bighorn head again became the main distinguishing element of the company logo. Given this circumstance, it is worth noting that this is due to the assertiveness and power inherent in these animals.
    Now the emblem looks unpretentious: the name of the company is combined with two red oblique lines, symbolizing the sporting spirit.
  21. FAW... On the Russian-language website of the company, the logo is described as an abbreviation for "China FAW Group Corporation" (abbreviation for First Automobile Works) in Chinese. Here we see an image symbolizing an eagle.
    As conceived by the owners, the emblem symbolizes a corporation that spreads its wings and conquers space like an eagle.
  22. Ferrari... The history of the emergence of the emblem is closely connected with Francesco Baraca, an air ace, on whose fighter was adorned by everyone's favorite horse. Enzo Ferrari, like most Italians of the time, was a fan of the great pilot during the First World War.
    Seeing this element for the first time, Enzo paid little attention to it. This happened a little later, when Ferrari was lucky enough to meet the pilot's parents.
    Since July 9, 1932, a black horse flaunted on the company's cars.
    The yellow background is the color of the city of Modena, and the three stripes at the top of the emblem are the national colors of Italy.
    The initials SF are nothing more than an acronym for Scuderia, or Ferrari Stable, a racing team that was formed in 1929.
    Another interesting fact is that a prancing stallion can be seen on the coat of arms of Stuttgart.
  23. Fiat... The emblem of the Turin car factory, Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino, changed very often. But the most significant moment is considered to be 1901, when, instead of the full name of the plant, they begin to use an abbreviation and a new form of edging. This is followed by a period when the shape of the emblem takes on either round or square outlines. The basis of the modern emblem is the motives of the previous ones, the period 1931-1968. The chrome edging, color, and features of the 1931 FIAT 524 are an idea of ​​rethinking the old emblem. FIAT positions itself as a dynamically developing company, remembering and proud of its past.
  24. Ford... The emblem is extremely simple - the name of the company in an oval edging. This solution has become a symbol of practicality, moreover, it is easily recognizable.
  25. FSO... Polish Fabryka Samochodow Osobowych (FSO), which in translation is the Passenger Car Factory. Founded in 1951.
    Since 2010, the company launched its own production of cars under the FSO Lanos brand, since at that time the plant belonged to Daewoo.
    As for the emblem, it is a combination of FSO silhouettes: the letter f, ostensibly consisting of a capital S in the center of the neat outline of the letter O. Red represents passion, quality and trust.
  26. Geely... Geely Group Co., Ltd was founded in 1986.
    The original version of the emblem is associated with a white wing of a bird or a high mountain - the blue background resembles the sky. This is how Mr. Shufu understands the word Geely translated as "happiness".
    Company brands: Geely Emgrand, Geely Gleagle (Global Eagle), Geely Englon.
  27. GMC... General Motors Corporation was born in 1916. It all started with a truck, which was created by the Grabowski brothers. It was powered by a horizontal single cylinder engine.
    The production of cars was carried out under the Rapid Motor Vehicle brand since 1902. Later, William Durand joined the brothers, and in 1908 General Motors was formed, uniting all of Michigan's small automakers together.
    The emblem is simple and at the same time bold due to the color scheme: red, silver-framed letters.
  28. Great wall... Another representative of the Chinese auto industry is the Great Wall, or "Great Wall". The company name and logo are nothing more than the embodiment of a sense of patriotism. The emblem is a stylized battlement of the Great Wall of China.
    This logo has been used since 2007, when a new production was launched. The updated emblem embodies the high-tech production, style and elegance of the produced passenger cars.
  29. Hafei and Haima... Hafei, or Harbin HF Automobile Industry Group Company Ltd., was founded in 1994 and became part of the National Aircraft Industry Corporation of China.
    The Daewoo Tico model became the pioneer of the company's conveyor.
    The waves depicted on the shield-shaped emblem of the company represent the bed of the Songhua River, next to which the city of Harbin is located. This is where the history of Hafei begins. Haima has been operating since 1988. In 1992, she was entrusted with the work of assembling licensed Japanese models.
    The name of the company originated from the merger of two names: HAInan and MAzda. The first of them is Hainan Island, where one of the factories is located. And the second, you guessed it, is the eponymous brand with which the company has been cooperating for a long time.
    The emblem outwardly resembles the symbol of cars manufactured by Mazda. Considering the purpose of cars, it is not surprising that the silhouette of the company became a silhouette reminiscent of the image of Ahura Mazda ("Lord of Wisdom"), personifying truth, life and light. He was considered an omniscient and omnipotent God of goodness.
  30. Honda... The founder of the company is Soichiro. The emblem is a stylized capital letter H. Simple and tasteful.
  31. Hummer... The brand name originated from HMMWV M998 (High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle Model 998), a program to create high-capacity vehicles launched in 1979.
    The last car rolled off the assembly line back in 2010.
  32. Hyundai... Motor Company is the representative of South Korea. The company was founded in 1967.
    The name itself can be translated as "modernity", "new time". Pronounced "Handei" by analogy with the English sunday - "sunday".
    The emblem, a stylized capital letter H, represents two people shaking hands. This is how they see friendship with clients and mutually beneficial cooperation with partners.
  33. Infiniti... Infinity is what the company emblem embodies. Initially, it was planned to use the infinity symbol familiar to everyone. However, in the final version, the road running into the distance became the logo. It symbolizes the endless possibilities of the car produced under this brand.
  34. Isuzu... In 1889, Tokyo Ishikawajima Shipbuilding & Engineering Co., Ltd. was founded. It is from this moment that the countdown should begin. They were among the first to use the diesel engine in the automotive industry. The idea was taken up by Tokyo Gas and Electric Industry Co., Ltd., and already in 1916, the companies began work.
    Commercial cars appeared a little later, in 1922, and production was launched jointly with Wolseley Motor Ltd., UK.
    In 1934, the Japanese trade department for automobiles, then already Automotive Industries Co., Ltd., was assigned the name ISUZU. Later, in 1949, the company will be renamed Isuzu Motors Limited.
    The name of the company was given in honor of the Isuzu River. The emblem is uncomplicated, however, it is worth noting the stylized letter I, which symbolizes growth. The color scheme is a symbol of the rising sun, as well as the warm hearts of the company's employees.
  35. Iran Khodro... The logo of the Iranian car industry - a horse's head on a shield - symbolizes speed. One of the models is named Iran Khodro Samand, the swift horse means samand. In Russia, the brand of this car with a slightly old-fashioned design and a cozy interior was sold in 2007-2012, now deliveries have been resumed.
  36. Jaguar... A rare emblem with a jumping jaguar was designed by auto artist F. Gordon Crosby. The jaguar figurine is thrown back in an accident, it is currently banned in many countries and is rarely used as an accessory. British Jaguar Cars is controlled by the Volkswagen Group. It produces luxurious luxury cars and sedans with a unique stylish design, an unusually luxurious interior and a powerful engine.
  37. Jeep... The American car brand is part of the Chrysler company. The emblem is created so by the abbreviation GP (JiPi) - General Purpose vehicle, in the sense - this is a general purpose vehicle. supplies off-road vehicles and off-road vehicles to the markets. She is a male style icon.
  38. KIA... The logo is stylized letters in an oval, the meaning of "ki" and "a" literally mean: "Enter the world from Asia." The owner is a South Korean automotive concern that produces passenger cars, SUVs, buses, and commercial vehicles.
  39. Koenigsegg... Swedish company founded by Christian von Königsegg in 1994. She is engaged in the production of exclusive sports cars. The origins of the Koenigsegg logo underlie the Koenigsegg family crest. It looks like a single field with gold rhombuses.
  40. Lamborghini... The brand of the Italian manufacturer, owned by the German automobile company Audi AG. The founder of the company, Ferruccio Lamborghini, proposed the design of a black and gold emblem: the bull in the center of the emblem is Taurus, under whose sign he was born. All of his models were named after bulls and cities glorified in bullfights. Produces expensive supercars.
  41. Lancia... Since 1911, its own unique logo has changed several times in shape and color. But the shield, steering wheel and flag on the spear remained unchanged. The original font is the inscription Lancia (lancia means spear in Italian). Produced by an Italian car manufacturer, Fiat is a majority-owned company. There are no official deliveries of this brand to Russia. Lancia Upsilon in Italy costs from 530 thousand rubles.
  42. Land rover... The brainchild of the British company Land Rover, which produces off-road vehicles. Owned by Ford Corporation. The modest logo is easily recognizable: the name of the company is on a dark green background. The coat of arms of the company itself is a sailboat bowsprit, cutting through the waves, framed by a knight's shield. There is an official dealer of the company in Russia. After-sales service has a package of benefits.
  43. Lexus... The emblem - a curved letter L, inscribed in an oval, symbolizes luxury that does not need pretense. Lexus sounds nicer than luxury. Easier to come up with a logo is difficult. Lexus, a subsidiary of Toyota, occupies the premium segment of the market for connoisseurs of luxury. Produces sedans, executive, convertibles, SUVs.
  44. Lifan... There are three sailboats on the emblem. Lifan is translated from Chinese characters into Russian as "To sail in full sail." Under this brand, a large Chinese private company produces cars, buses, ATVs, motorcycles, scooters. In Russia, of the above, there are only passenger cars.
  45. Lincoln... The Lincoln emblem is a compass with arrows pointing to all cardinal directions. The goal of the company was to achieve brand recognition in all countries. Lincoln is a luxury passenger car division of Ford Motor Corporation. Each and every Lincoln is a masterpiece and reinforces its owner's prestige.
  46. Lotus... The monogram of the logo contains the initials of the full name of Anthony Bruce Colin Champen, the founder of this English company. Yellow and green are the colors of racing cars. Lotus Cars, which manufactures cars under the Lotus brand, is part of the Lotus Group. Lotus Cars produces sports cars and race cars and intends to enter into an alliance with the corporation to produce small series of exclusive cars.
  47. Maserati... The logo bears the Neptune trident. The six Maserati brothers founded their firm in Bologna, where a bronze Neptune stands in Piazza Maggiore with a trident in hand. From the coat of arms of Bologna, they switched to the Maserati logo in red and blue. The brand played an important role in the development of the sports car and is represented in 61 countries.
  48. Mazda... The modern logo of the Japanese corporation - the letter M - resembles spread wings, they call it an "owl", "tulip". The word Mazda was chosen in honor of the creator of the sun, moon, stars - the deity Ahura Mazda. The company supplies to the market passenger cars, convertibles, roadsters, minivans, pickups, SUVs. It is a world-class car manufacturer.
  49. Maybach... German company that produces luxury cars. The company was founded back in 1909 by Wilhelm Maybach and his son Karl. There was a period when cars of the same model were not alike, since they were created according to the wishes of the customer. The car emblem is two letters M of different sizes, intersecting with each other. This logo is not accidental - it contains the name of the company "-Manufaktura".
  50. Mercedes-Benz... Brand of cars, trucks, buses, luxury SUVs and other vehicles of the German concern Daimler AG. The three-pointed star on the hood reminds of the brand's superiority in the air, at sea and on land, as its successor, Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft, also produced engines for aircraft and marine vessels.
  51. Mercury... Edsel Ford himself called the new brand that way. The logos depicted the mythical god Mercury, the cat. This logo appeared in the mid-80s. Its creators presented the letter M. in this way. The brand belongs to the American company Ford. Under this emblem, cars of the middle price category were produced until January 2011. They are not in Russia.
  52. MG... The MG logo corresponds to the meaning of "sports car". At the beginning of the 20th century, William Morris founded the Morris Garages, which later became the MG Car Company. The emblem of a British automobile manufacturer famous for the production of sports cars. The current owner is the Chinese company Nanjing Automobile. Currently, it produces serial cars.
  53. MINI... The emblem stands for economy, reasonable price, normal capacity. The subcompact car intended for the mass consumer is endowed with such features. The passenger car brand was formerly a British company, now a subsidiary of the BMW concern. A new version of the Mini Countryman retro car was released in 2011. Mr. Bean and Madonna are MINI fans.
  54. Mitsubishi... Property of the Japanese concern Commercial Company, which specializes in cars and trucks. Mitsubishi means "three diamonds" in Japanese, they are placed on the Iwasaki family coat of arms and on the concern's emblem. Since its inception, the appearance of the logo has never changed. It is often found in Russia.
  55. Morgan... A small English company Morgan Motor Company produces sports coupes with an archaic appearance and filling the latest achievements in the automotive industry. He plans to release an electric roadster in retro style of the thirties of the XIX century. The exterior of all 2-seater cars produced without exception is exclusive and stylish. There are few such luxurious cars in Russia.
  56. Nissan... The emblem is the rising sun, the name of the brand is inscribed in it. “Sincerity bringing success” is the meaning of the emblem. The emblem is 80 years old. The oldest Japanese company is the result of a merger of many automakers. Among Russian car owners.
  57. Noble... The logo bears the name of the company's founder, Lee Noble, who was the chief designer and chief executive of Noble from 1996 to 2009. The brand is owned by an English car manufacturer that specializes only in high-speed sports cars. Bodies and chassis are manufactured in South Africa. Assembled at the Noble factory. The latest model, the Noble M600, was priced at 200,000 pounds. Jeremy Clarkson is delighted with the Noble machine.
  58. Oldsmobile... The American company produced exclusive expensive cars until 2004. After the release of the latest model of the Bravada jeep, production of Oldsmobile ended. For almost a hundred years, the company produced cars exclusively for the American market, their number is 35 million cars.
  59. Opel... The Opel emblem is a lightning in a circle - a symbol of lightning speed and speed. In the beginning, there was the word "Blitz" in the circle, which was framed by lightning, then the word was removed. The German company Adam AG is part of General Motors. It has 11 car assembly plants and sells all over the world: minivans, sedans, crossovers and hatchbacks. Opel cars are widespread in Russia.
  60. Pagani... The brand of the most famous company in the Apennines "Pagani Automobili SpA", specializing in the production of Zonda supercars with the most unusual appearance of all existing models of this group. The Zonda F supercar is the most expensive and fastest car in the world. Pagani Zonda cars are easily recognizable by design, have exceptionally high-quality assembly and perfect road performance.
  61. Peugeot... The new logo of the brand - a three-dimensional renewed lion without a tongue - gives dynamism to the emblem. It appeared on the hood of the Peugeot RCZ in 2010. The emblem belongs to the French automaker, which is part of PSA Peugeot Citroën, known for the production of cars with a low content of harmful exhaust gases. In Russia, this brand is often found.
  62. Plymouth... The brand was founded by Walter Chrysler in 1928. The emblem of the brand showed a stylized view of the ship docked at the Plymouth Rock, on which the Pilgrim Fathers sailed. Under this brand, the independent Plymouth division, which was part of Chrysler, produced cars and minivans until 2001. The latest Plymouth models come under the Chrysler and Dodge brands.
  63. Pontiac... From 1990 to 2010, Pontiac cars housed two large air intakes in the radiator grille. They were separated by a bar. The red arrow logo has been in use for over 50 years, positioned at the bifurcation of the radiator. The brand was owned by the General Motors concern. Since 2010, the production of cars with this brand has been discontinued.
  64. Porsche... The logo of this brand features: the symbol of Stuttgart - a reared horse and details of the coat of arms of the German state of Baden-Württemberg - antlers and black and red stripes. The company makes sports cars and has recently launched crossovers and sedans. Cars participate in many car competitions.
  65. Proton... The logo has the word "Proton", and below is a picture of a stylized tiger head. This is the emblem of the cars of the largest Malaysian company Proton Otomobil Nasional Berhad, which manufactures its products under license from Mitsubishi. The company plans to expand its model range through its own developments.
  66. Renault... The emblem of the French company, which has now created the Renault-Nissan alliance, was created by the founder of op-art, Victor Vasarely. The image of a diamond on a yellow background conveys optimism and prosperity. On the Renault emblem, each side of the rhombus is located on top of the other; in real life, this figure cannot exist. Thus, Renault promises its owners to make the impossible come true.
  67. Rolls-royce... With the emblem of the British car brand - two superimposed letters R, enclosed in a rectangle, everything in black - premium cars are produced. The founders of the world's most prestigious company, Frederick Henry Royce and Charles Stuart Rolls, agreed in 1904 to name the car Rolls-Royce. Since 1998, the company with this logo has been owned by BMW, and the license for the RR name and emblem cost the company £ 40 million.
  68. Saab... The SAAB logo depicts the same mythological bird as the family coat of arms of the Swedish Count von Skane. The SAAB company was formed in the Swedish province of Skåne, as this badge indicates. Now the brand of passenger cars belongs to the Sino-Japanese consortium - National Electric Vehicle Sweden. Saab went bankrupt at the end of 2011, new owners are entitled to the Saab name without the griffin head logo.
  69. Saturn... The logo of a division of the American Saturn Corporation is the image of the planet Saturn with rings. The logo is written in the same style as on the Saturn V launch vehicle that carried the Americans to the moon. According to the project, in this car brand, plastic parts with shape memory properties were introduced into the exterior of the body. The company also launched the serial production of the EV1 electric vehicle, which entered the market from 1997 to 2003. When the electric car was stopped, all copies of the cars were taken from buyers and disposed of. In 2010, Saturn ended its operations. In Russia, such a brand is a rarity.
  70. Scion... The logo was made in California: the stylized letter S represents the swimming of a shark, it was important to connect the car with fans of extreme sports and the ocean. Scion ("Cayenne") is translated by the word "heir", it is the usual right-handed Toyota. Scion, in truth, is made in japan, because it is built there. The Scion division is owned by Toyota and produces youth cars only for North America. All Scion cars are delivered to owners in one configuration. Concepts presented: SCION FUSE (butterfly doors) and SCION T2B (with sliding door on the passenger side).
  71. SEAT... The logo with the letter S in gray (and the word Seat in red) is the third in a row, this is the capital letter of the company name. This brand represents the Spanish company Sociedad Española de Automóviles de Turismo, owned by the Volkswagen Group. SEAT began operations in 1950, when there were only three cars for every 1000 Spaniards in the country. The company is currently making strides in the production of sports and "everyday" cars. In the fall of 2015, SEAT will present a crossover. The illustrious SEAT models are Ibiza and Leon.
  72. Skoda... The logo of the Czech company ŠKODA since February 2011 is a “winged arrow” placed in a ring. There is no ŠKODA AUTO inscription in the ring, the word is placed above the logo. The elements of the emblem have the following meaning: the wing symbolizes technological progress, the arrow - new technologies, the eye - open-mindedness, the green color indicates that production does not harm the environment. The company is part of the Volkswagen Group. The company plans to release a new generation of Roomster. The current generation Skoda Roomster with two gasoline engines is being sold in Russia.
  73. Subaru... The logo of Subaru-Fuji Industries Ltd. six stars visible to the naked eye from the Pleiades star cluster, a favorite in Japan since ancient times. Fuji Heavy Industries was formed by the merger of six companies, including Toyota. Renault cars were the basis for the first Subaru cars. The word "subaru" also means "to put together" in Japanese. The company introduced an electric bus - Sambar EV, R1, produced by the B9 Tribeca.
  74. Suzuki... The Suzuki emblem is depicted with the Latin letter S so that it resembles a Japanese hieroglyph. At the same time, this letter begins the surname of the founder of the brand, Michio Suzuki. In the beginning, under the name Suzuki Loom Works, weaving looms, motorcycles were produced. In 1937 it was reoriented to the production of road transport. It entered the new millennium as an auto giant, the 12th in the world in terms of sales of its products, sales of 1.8 million cars annually. Today, the Russian market sells six car models, more than twenty motorcycle models and three ATVs.
  75. Tesla is an American car brand. The company has been producing electric vehicles since 2006, in large quantities - since 2008. The emblem consists of the name of the car and the sword-shaped letter T - symbolizes swiftness and speed. And the brand is named after the physicist and electrical engineer Nikola Tesla. The Tesla Roadster is powered by an AC motor that dates back directly to Tesla's own project in 1882.
  76. Toyota... The emblem symbolizes a thread that is threaded into the eye of a needle. It is a legacy from the past Toyota Automatic Loom Works, which manufactured weaving machines until 1933. The Japanese did not change the badge. The emblem was given a poetic and philosophical meaning. Two intersecting ellipses symbolize the driver and the heart of the car, and the large ellipse uniting them speaks of the prospects and broad opportunities of the corporation.
  77. TVR... TVR company logo (T-Vi-R) - stylized letters from the name TreVoR. In 1947, English engineers Trevor Wilkinson and Jack Picard founded TVR Engineering, naming the firm after Wilkinson TreVoR. The company specializes in the production of light sports cars, it has a turbulent history, but an uncertain future. The next owner, Smolensky, split TVR into small companies in December 2006, leaving the brand and intellectual capital for himself. At the moment, it is known that the US is the market for the TVR business plan, which will produce sports cars.
  78. Volkswagen... The "people's car" logo was designed by Franz Xaver Reimspiess, a Porsche employee who won an open competition and received an award (100 Reichsmarks). The letters W and V are fused into a monogram. During the period of Nazi Germany, this logo imitated a swastika. Britain took over the plant after the defeat of Germany, the logo changed, later the background color turned blue. The right to manufacture vehicles bearing this emblem belongs to AG.
  79. Volvo... The emblem of the Swedish concern depicts the Roman designation of the god of war Mars - a shield and a spear. The strip that runs diagonally through the radiator grill originally served as a mounting point for the emblem, but in its current form is the brand identifier. The modern Volvo car emblem is represented by the same diagonal stripe with the “Mars sign” and the name Volvo is placed in the middle. Since 2010, Volvo has split into 2 profiling groups: one produces passenger cars Volvo Personvag, and Aktiebolaget Volvo produces engines, equipment, commercial vehicles, and buses. Both groups were part of the Volvo Group. In 1999, Volvo Personvag was sold to the Ford concern, and later to the Gelly concern.
  80. Wiesmann... The Wiesmann logo depicts a gecko, because Wiesmann vehicles grip the road as firmly as geckos do to walls and ceilings. Under this emblem, the German company produces luxury sports cars in limited quantities. No more than 50 cars annually, they were so in demand that you had to sign up for their purchase six months in advance. In February 2014, the management of Wiesmann Manufaktur announced its closure at a meeting of workers of the plant.
  81. Bohdan... The prototype of the pride of the Ukrainian car industry is the letter B, stylized as a sailboat with inflated sails. The company's designers argued that this means success and luck in all initiatives, a tailwind on the road. The letter B is placed in an ellipse - it is a symbol of stability, green suggests growth and renewal, gray is associated with perfection. The Ukrainian automobile manufacturing enterprise under this brand produces VAZ 2110 cars.
  82. VIS... The VAZinterService logo is presented in the form of a graphic design of the corporate name in the form of stylized VIS letters. VAZinterService is a division of AvtoVAZ specializing in the production of pickups for various purposes, which are based on modules of VAZ four-wheel drive vehicles. At the moment, the enterprise consists of a pick-up plant VIS-Auto, an auto-aggregate plant and an auto-assembly plant.
  83. GAS... The emblem belongs to the Gorky Automobile Plant, known for the production of trucks and minibuses. In the first moments of production, GAZ cars were a copy of American Ford cars, moreover, even in the emblem, the word GAZ was enclosed in a similar oval and the spelling of the letter G was identical to the Ford brand F. The personal deer logo was created in 1950. The coat of arms of Nizhny Novgorod, where the plant is located, served as the basis for the emblem.
  84. ZAZ... The logo is made in the form of a stylized letter Z and belongs to the Zaporozhye Automobile Plant. By the end of 1960, the plant assembled and produced a series of humpbacked "Zaporozhtsev" - ZAZ-965. The emblem of the car depicted the Zaporozhye dam, on top of the letters - ZAZ. The car was readily available for the price, it could be purchased for about twenty official national average wages. Today the company specializes in the production of vans and cars.
  85. ZIL... The logo is made in the form of a stylized inscription of the first letters of the name of the oldest plant named after Likhachev. There was no emblem at the plant from 1916 to 1944. It was then that the designer Sukhorukov proposed a sign for the ZIL-114, which later served as the company's trademark. On the basis of the plant, the Open Joint Stock Moscow Company "Plant named after I. A. Likhachev" (AMO ZIL) was established. The company now produces and sells energy resources, rents out premises. At the beginning of 2014, there were 2,305 people in the society.
  86. IzhAvto... Since 2005, cars have not been produced under this logo. Currently, the Izhevsk plant is the property of the Russian Technologies enterprise and is managed by the United Automobile Group LLC. The production of the Lada Granta sedan model at the car plant is coming to an end, in the future the company plans to produce the Lada Granta liftback car.
  87. KamAZ... The emblem - a galloping horse with a mane swept by the wind - is known both in Russia and abroad. If a symbolic figure of a horse is attached to the hood of the car, then it is a KAMAZ. The Kama Automobile Plant has been a Russian automobile industry since 1976. Two forms of writing are patented: KAMAZ and KAMAZ. The company ranks 9th in the production of trucks in the world. The plant also produces buses, harvesters, tractors and more. KAMAZ won the Paris-Dakar Rally 12 times.
  88. Lada... The logo in the form of an oval with a boat on VAZ products has existed since 1994. In the new emblem, the boat under sail is made in a different graphic design, the white and blue colors of the brand have not changed. The logo update was entrusted to Chief Design Officer Steve Mattin, head of design at Volvo. This floating boat logo describes the location of the VAZ plant (Samara region, on the Volga). In ancient times, merchant boats were the only means of transport transporting goods along the Volga. The rook is depicted in the form of the first letter "B" included in the name of the VAZ.
  89. Moskvich... The corporate emblem of the enterprise, introduced in the 1980s, is the letter "M", stylized as a battlement of the Kremlin wall. The production of "Moskvich" was established at the AZLK plant in Moscow since 1947 and in Izhevsk since 1966. The plant was declared bankrupt and ceased operations in 2010. Trademarks (82855, 82856, 476828 and 221062), under which the products of JSC "Moskvich" were released, belong to Volkswagen AG and are "sleeping" brands (in reserve). The factory museum with Moskvich models is located at the Rimskaya metro station, Rogozhsky Val, 9/2.
  90. SeAZ... Since 1939, the Serpukhov Motorcycle Plant has been producing motorcycles and motorized carriages (in a scene in the film "Operation Y"). Since 1995 the enterprise has been reoriented to the Serpukhov Automobile Plant, which assembled Oka cars from supplied parts. Now only car kits are manufactured here.
  91. TagAZ... The emblem refers to the products of the Taganrog Automobile Plant. In 1999, several hundred Orion cars were produced. Further, the plant becomes a car assembly plant. Since May 2014, the new owner has unveiled plans to resume industrial assembly of light duty trucks, school buses, utility vehicles and minibuses for transporting people with disabilities.
  92. UAZ... The engineer of this plant, Albert Rakhmanov, created the best-selling industrial design - UAZ-469. His sketch with a bird inscribed in a circle became an emblem in 1962. The mark has not been patented. In 1981, a new version was approved: a real, with curved wings, a seagull inscribed in a pentagon. The last sign of the plant is the green emblem and under it the letter designation - UAZ.

Brief summary

It must be said that the geometric figure in the form of a circle is used by almost all German enterprises. It with a horizontal zigzag designates the brand of the Opel car. The Volvo emblem is depicted as a circle with an arrow. She symbolizes the god Mars, who is the patron saint of war. The name of the Volvo badge translates as "rolling".

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Logos of foreign car brands A-F

The logo of the Italian company, made in the form of a shield, depicts a black scorpion. It was under this sign that the founder of the company, Karl Abarth, was born. The background colors were yellow and red, symbolizing the focus on the production of sports cars.

AC... Under this trademark, British engineers produce sports cars with high dynamic parameters. Literally, the brand abbreviation stands for Auto Carriers. The letters AC are enclosed in a blue circle with a white border. The inscription is in the same color.

Acura... Honda executives have created a simple and memorable badge. Above the name of the company is a circle with an oblique H inside. Some see it as an allusion to a straight track, which symbolizes the absence of problems on the roads.

The founders of the famous Italian brand of premium cars made an intricate badge. In a blue circle with a white name of the enterprise, two emblems are enclosed along the contour. The first is the symbol of the city of Milan, while the second belongs to the Visconti dynasty.

Alpina... German entrepreneur Burkard Bovinsiepen founded his own brand in 1964 on the basis of the BMW concern. The badge also consists of two parts, decorated in the form of a coat of arms, and enclosed in a black steering wheel with the inscription "Alpina". The symbol is marked with images of auto parts.

The first logo approved was the intertwining AM letters against the background of wings spread in flight. The wide sweep symbolized the desire for success. After a while, the founders decided to complicate the emblem and deciphered the abbreviation.

Audi... One of the most demanded and most recognizable brands of foreign cars. The logo of the German automaker depicts 4 closed rings arranged in a single line, symbolizing the unity of the founding companies. In free translation, the name of luxury cars means "listen". And, indeed, the motors are so quiet that you can hear them only by listening.

BAIC... This car brand is the pride of the Chinese car industry. The emblem depicts a steel steering wheel of an unconventional shape, without a center bar.

The logo of the German company is laconic. The badge is a stylized image of the name of the auto concern, made in gold color.

BAW... The logo of the second largest company in China is made in the form of a steel-colored steering wheel with the abbreviated name of the Beijing Automobile Works corporation.

Bentley... As a logo, the founders of the auto concern chose the spread wings of the fastest bird in the world. The image of an eagle represents high speed, power and independence. The center of the emblem is decorated with a white B. The background behind can be done in one of three colors, as the color indicates that the cars are of a certain type. The green badge is used for racing cars, the red badge is for sophisticated luxury cars, and the black badge is used for crossovers and SUVs.

Bmw... The recognizable logo of German automakers visually resembles the Bavarian flag. According to another version, the icon depicts a rotating aircraft propeller. This is due to the fact that the main profile at the time of the creation of the concern was the production of aircraft. The acronym BMW stands for Bayerrische Motoren Werke.

The original badge of the Ukrainian car brand was decorated with a sailing ship with developing sails, stylized as the letter B. But over time, it was decided to change the badge, so now it depicts a colorful mace enclosed in a ring. The emblem visually refers to stability and balance.

A relatively young Chinese car company. High quality cars are produced under the brand name at an optimally low price. the round badge resembles a ring with silver diamonds. According to the founders of the company, these are intertwining hieroglyphs that mean the desire for success in all corners of the world.

Exclusive luxury cars are decorated with a red oval logo, in the center of which are the initials and surname of Ettore Bugatti, the founder of the company. The oval is inlaid with 60 pearl stones along the edges.

Buick... The British brand of luxury cars is based on the symbol of the coat of arms of the Buick family, which founded companies for the production and production of cars in Scotland. The badge depicts three shields in red, white, and blue, arranged diagonally in the center of a dark blue circle with silver edging.

BYD... Traditionally, Chinese specialists borrow other people's ideas. Designers of BYD were no exception, so the trademark of the company that produces copies of world-famous cars was often changed under the pressure of large car manufacturers, who declared their rights to use the logo. Unfortunately, the latter option is also a rip-off and outwardly resembles the BMW logo in a simplified form.

Detroit is rightfully considered the capital of the American automotive industry. The company for the production of cars was named after the Frenchman who founded the industrial city - Antoine de La Mota Cadillac. The family coat of arms of the legendary figure, decorated with a silvery wreath of ears, was also used as a trade mark.

The emblem is made in three colors: silver, yellow and green. The name of the concern is imprinted in the upper part of the circle, and in the center there is the most famous model of the sports car brand - Super 7. On the lower edge, the word Sprint is engraved, meaning the high speed capabilities of racing cars. The new cars are adorned with a square logo with the Caterham Fi Team wordmark on the background of the unusual white and green British flag.

One of the oldest Chinese auto companies is known to car owners for its laconic emblem: the English letter V on a blue background is enclosed in a silver ring. The central symbol means victory and striving for perfection, and the blue color inside, according to the founders, is the planet Earth.

The oldest French brand for the production of passenger cars and armored vehicles. In shape, the trademark resembles a blue eye with a gold border around the edges. Inside is the name of the corporation, written in large golden print.

Chery... The logo of a famous Chinese car brand is depicted in the form of intertwining letters. They are an abbreviation of the full name of the Chery Automobile Corporation. Two Cs form a circle, in the center of which is the letter A. Some believe that the ring symbol represents two perfectly flat roads extending beyond the horizon.

The trademark was registered in 1911 and named after the famous racer Louis Chevrolet, who became the face and symbol of the company. The cruciform emblem is made in 2 colors: gold in the center and steel on the edging. There are several versions of the origin of the icon, up to the version of the ornament on the wallpaper of the hotel, where the founder of General Motors Durant lived.

The first sports car made in America was awarded its own logo. Visually, the trademark icon resembles the wings of a butterfly, symbolizing peace and aspiration upward. One side is made in the form of a checkerboard, and the other shows the trademark of the Chevrolet trademark.

Chrysler... A large corporation was formed in 1924 as a result of the takeover of a number of small enterprises by Walter Percy Chrysler. Today, the concern includes several world giants in the production of machines. For many years, the logo was a pentagon with a star inside. But over time, the designers changed the emblem, replacing the geometric one with the outlines of a bird or plane flying in the sky with a branded wax seal in the center, which means the highest quality of the products.

The French industrialist of the last century André Citroen named the company after himself. The badge depicts the two silver chevron wheel teeth pointing upward, symbolizing the concern's commitment to success.

Dacia... The company is a division of Renault, therefore the colors used for the logo are blue and silver. Until 2014, cars of this brand were decorated with a shield with dragon scales. Later, the designers took the English letter D as a basis and turned it over on its side, letting the brand name along an even edge.

The grille of Korean cars is decorated with a silvery lily. In heraldry, this symbol means greatness and purity. Cars of this brand are distinguished by high technical characteristics, refined lines and smooth running.

DAF... Dutch car brand. Brothers Hubert Joseph and Bill Vincent van Doorn set up a commercial vehicle company. They used as a badge the laconic name of the company - DAF, written in blue letters and underlined below with a red stripe.

The icon of the Japanese car brand is a combination of two hieroglyphs that form the basis of the corporation's name - Dai and Hatsu. Manufacturers specialize in the production of engines and compact cars, which is why the emblem looks so laconic. The logo is stylized to look like intertwining English red letters I and D.

Daimler... The luxury cars are manufactured by Jaguar. On the grille of the vehicles, you can see a laconic lettering with the brand name, made in a shiny silver color.

DODGE... Founded in 1990 by the Dodge brothers, the company logo originally featured a bighorn head, symbolizing power and assertiveness. A few years later, manufacturers of trucks, pickup trucks and cars, as well as their spare parts, simplified the logo, leaving two red stripes at an angle with the inscribed name above them.

The trade mark was registered by the brothers Marcelo and Adriano Ducati in the first half of the last century. Over time, the logo has changed several times. Modern cars are adorned with a red triangular badge with a family name stamped along the top edge. The center of the emblem is crossed by a silvery road.

Edsel... The company was founded by Henry Ford's son Edsel. as an emblem, the young man chose the capital letter of his name in white on a green background, enclosing it in a circle that visually resembles a car tire.

Eagle... It is symbolic that the logo of a subsidiary of the Chrysler concern depicts the head of a proud eagle in profile on a black background. The top of the badge is adorned with the name of the company.

FAW... The carmaker was created as the main enterprise for the production of cars in China, therefore the emblem shows the number 1. The badge is made in the form of a blue oval with a snow-white border around the edge. The six stripes around the unit symbolize the spread wings of a proud eagle.

The logo of the renowned Italian car assembly factory is adorned with a proud black horse rearing up. Enzo Idol Enzo Ferrari was the fighter pilot Francesco Baraca, on whose plane a similar emblem flaunted. A little later, the background of the recognizable trademark acquired a yellow background, and the top was crowned with the colors of the national flag of Italy.

FIAT... Literally the abbreviation of the world-beloved Italian car brand means “Italian car factory from Torino”. The emblem consists of an abbreviation on a red background, enclosed in a silver edging with indentations and elevations. The edges indicate a rethinking of previous experience with the possibility of dynamic development in the future.

Fisker... A young company engaged in the production of environmentally friendly cars with minimal emissions of harmful substances into the air. It was the direction of the firm's activity that formed the basis of the logo. The badge depicts a sunset on the Pacific coast, around which flaunts a silver edging with the name of the founder Henrik Fisker. Additionally, the icon is decorated with two vertical lines of a metallic color.

Ford... The legendary company was founded in 1926 by Henry Ford. It is noteworthy that the recognizable laconic logo has not changed over the years. Cars manufactured by Ford Corporation are decorated with a blue oblong oval badge, in the center of which the name of the creator flaunts. Silver colored lettering and piping.

FSO... The Polish passenger car plant received a second impetus to development in 2010, despite the fact that the company was initially engaged in the production of cars since 1952 under the Daewoo trademark. FSO's grilles are currently equipped with a red two-piece badge. On the left, inside a small square, is the outline of the steering wheel, and in the right rectangle is the name of the factory. The letters and design are in white.

Emblems and logos of global automakers and auto brands G-M

Geely... The first logo of one of the largest Chinese auto companies featured a white wing on a blue background, enclosed in a circle. Visually, the icon also resembled a snow-capped peak. This was due to the fact that the headquarters of the enterprise was in close proximity to the mountains. The new trademark of the trademark resembles the solid Emgrand company badge depicting the radiator grille, but in blue and silver colors.

GMC... The well-known corporation General Motors was founded in 1901. It is distinguished by a laconic logo consisting of three red capital letters in a silver frame, which are the abbreviation of the company name.

Goliath... The trademark was used for cars and trucks in the middle of the 20th century. The trademark of the company was the brand name written at an angle in golden letters.

Great wall... The manufacturer named its enterprise "Great Wall", so the emblem is decorated with a stylized prong depicting a famous Chinese landmark. The steel-colored logo is made in the shape of a circle and visually resembles an irregular steering wheel.

Hafei... An independent Chinese auto holding was formed in 1998 to assemble cars under a Japanese license. This was reflected in the creation of the logo. The ancient shield features silver waves framed in black and purple. The geometric lines symbolize the Songhua River, which originates near the city of Harbin.

Haima... Initially, the company was created for the production of simplified Mazda models intended for consumers in South Asia. The company got its name from the merger of the first letters of the name of the island of HAInan, where the production is located, and the MAzda corporation. Even the icon is visually similar to the symbolism of a well-known brand with a schematic image of the god of wisdom, life and light Ahura. Some see a bird hovering in the sky in the logo, behind which the contour of the Earth can be seen, which directly indicates the company's desire to break out into the leaders of automakers.

Higer... The company for the production of city and tourist buses was founded in 1998. The emblem is similar to the badge of the South Korean corporation Hyundai, but the letter H is made with a slightly larger slant. It is noteworthy that heavy-duty transport is in high demand all over the world. The quality control of manufactured products is monitored by the management of the Swedish concern Scania.

Honda... The founder of the brand Soichiro Honda did not become wise, and chose the capital letter of his last name as the logo, enclosing it in a square frame with rounded edges. Today, a recognizable silver badge adorns quality cars from a well-known brand.

The brand name is an abbreviation of a complex sentence, which literally translates as "Highly mobile, multipurpose wheeled vehicle". The company initially planned to produce high-capacity and cross-country vehicles for military purposes, but after the end of the war, powerful cars won the respect of drivers. The management decided to produce civilian models with high technical performance. The laconic emblem is not intricate. The Jeep's radiator grilles are adorned with the company's name in plain black.

The auto concern appeared in South Korea back in 1967 and is still a representative of the Motor Company. A symbolic handshake was chosen as the trademark's logo, which outwardly resembles a silver letter H at an angle, enclosed in an oval. Thus, the management positions itself as a reliable partner and manufacturer of quality cars.

Literally the name of the Japanese company means "Infinity". Thus, the carmaker wanted to emphasize the unlimited possibilities of the cars produced. In the original version, the logo was considered with the image of an eight on a slope, but after some deliberation, the designer depicted a road going beyond the horizon on a silver badge.

Isuzu... One of the oldest companies in Japan, which has existed since 1889, received its modern name at the beginning of the 20th century. The brand is named after the Isuzu River. A simple logo consists of the name of the company in red. The Japanese claim that the capital letter symbolizes the desire for growth.

Iveco... The Italian concern produces industrial machines, which are decorated with a stylish black logo. The name of the company is written in the lower part, and above it there is a silhouette of a jumping horse enclosed in a ring.

JAC... One of the largest car manufacturers started car production in 1999. The logo consists of 3 parts. The center line is occupied by the abbreviation JAC in red letters. The word "Motors" is printed on the lower stripe. The emblem is crowned with a silver five-pointed thin star in a ring.

A distinctive feature of the world famous car brand is a silver figure of a jumping jaguar, attached to the hood of the car. This is one of the few companies that did not put the badge on the radiator grill, but installed it higher. But after numerous complaints, some countries banned decorating the hood in this way. Therefore, many modern luxury cars are adorned with a badge with an underlined Jaguar wordmark and the famous predator jumping over the letters.

Jeep... Another trade mark based on the Chrysler concern. Initially, the name of the company sounded like General Purpose veihicle (general purpose vehicle). Impressive in size and comfortable cars came to the liking of drivers, and among themselves they began to be called simply a jeep. It was the popular name that was later transferred to the recognizable green logo. The emblem also features round headlights and a radiator grill.

KIA... The founders of the South Korean company chose the abbreviation of the company name enclosed in an oval as the logo. Primary colors: silver and red. The name of the corporation literally translates as "Enter the world from Asia."

Christian von Königsegg from Sweden founded an exclusive sports car company in 1994 and gave it his name. He decided to emphasize the status of the car, using the family coat of arms as an emblem. It depicts orange rhombuses mirrored against a yellow background. A blue stripe with a golden heraldic symbol is run along the top edge.

KRAZ... Famous Ukrainian civilian trucks are decorated with an oval badge with a white highway ribbon centered on a turquoise background. Under the emblem there are four branded letters in the same beautiful delicate color.

LADA... The famous proverb "In full sail" is reflected in the brand name of the most famous Russian car manufacturer. The bonnet of cars of this brand is decorated with a white sailboat on a blue background. In the updated version, the icon has acquired a three-dimensional appearance, and the element is made in silver.

Italian luxury car brand. The logo is made in noble colors: a golden bull on alert and the name of the head of the company Feruccio Lamborghini on a black shield in a golden frame. Thus, the company positions itself as a manufacturer of powerful and luxurious cars. On the other hand, it was under the sign of Taurus that the founder of the company was born. It is noteworthy that many cars were named after cities where bullfights were held and famous bulls.

Currently, Lancia cars can be recognized by the name of the brand, written in silver letters in the center of the steering wheel, inside a blue shield. Translated from Italian, the name means "spear". In previous versions, the badge was additionally colored with this silvery weapon, the point of which was pointed upward.

The founders of the off-road vehicle company use a laconic green oval badge with silver trim. In the center is the brand name in white letters, separated by quotation marks of a strict geometric shape. The primary color represents the company's commitment to sustainable vehicles.

The Chinese brand specializes in the production of pickups and powerful SUVs. The logo is made in the form of a shiny red diamond with a metallic sheen, enclosed in a steel ring. This is one of the few companies from the Middle Kingdom, the badge of which is made according to an exclusive design.

Lexus... Literally "Luxury" translates as "luxury." The emblem of the prestigious Japanese luxury car brand features the capital letter of the brand's name within a silver circle. Such a laconic performance in a noble color is designed to subtly emphasize the high status of cars without unnecessary pretentiousness.

Lifan... Almost the only private company for the production of cars, motorcycles, scooters, ATVs and buses from China took the principle of moving only forward as a basis. This is reflected in the design of the round badge. It depicts three blue sailboats against a white background.

The Ford Motors division is focused on the production of prestigious luxury vehicles. An elongated rectangular metal compass can be seen on the icon. It symbolizes the company's desire to gain fame and recognition throughout the world.

Marussia... The famous showman in Russia Nikolai Fomenko, with the support of Efim Ostrovsky, decided to found a company for the production of premium sports cars. The corporate badge resembles "M", stylized as a sleeveless jacket, made in the classic colors of the Russian flag. The facility is currently closed, but cars are still popular with racers and collectors.

Maseratti... The Maseratti brothers chose the traditional oval as the basis for the icon, but placed the main elements vertically, dividing the composition into 2 parts. At the bottom there is a blue stripe with the names of the founders. The top is decorated with a red Neptune trident on a white background. This choice is a tribute to the city of Bologna, where the owners of the brand were born.

Wilhelm Maybach and his son Karl have been assembling custom-made machines from wealthy clients since 1909. A year later, their chosen triangular emblem with two intersecting green letters M on an orange background began to adorn the production models of exclusive vehicles. The symbol literally means the full name of the brand - Maybach-Manufactura.

Mazda... The badge of the famous Japanese car brand is based on a deep meaning. The silver logo features two intersecting V-shaped lines. Some are inclined to believe that the curved outline symbolizes a bird in flight. Others see the head of an owl or a rosebud in the icon. The corporation itself was named in honor of the deity revered in Japan - Ahura Mazda, who is the creator of the sky.

McLaren... Sports cars of this brand entered the market in 1989. The company produced racing cars and high-speed passenger supercars using sports technologies. The radiator grilles of all models produced by the McLaren Group are adorned with a laconic logo with the brand name, adorned with a red apostrophe along the right edge.

Mercedes-Benz... When consumers see a round badge with a three-pointed star in the center on the front of a car, consumers immediately understand that they are looking at a high-quality car from a world-renowned German manufacturer. The emblem underlines the status of the company and testifies to its conquest of three peaks: sea, air and land. This is not surprising, because automobile, sea and air transport are produced under the Mercedes-Benz trade.

Mercury... Designers approached the development of a corporate logo for a subsidiary of Ford in a peculiar way. The brand got its name in honor of the god Mercury, whose symbol is the cat. The icon depicts three gray curved lines that visually resemble a small capital letter "m" or three roads on a hillside. The main element is enclosed in two circles of different diameters.

At the beginning of the last century, Englishman William Morris began producing sports cars under the Morris Garages brand. Over the years, vehicles have come off production sites bearing the signature red and gold octagonal badge with rounded corners. Inside it is the abbreviation "MG", which later became the name of the brand. Today the company is owned by the Chinese corporation Nanjing Automobile.

Mini... Small cars with minimal fuel consumption are produced by a subsidiary of the BMW carmaker, headquartered in the UK. Inexpensive compact cars are decorated with an original logo that visually resembles an airplane. In the center of the emblem there is a black circle with a silver lettering "Mini", and on the sides - silver wings.

Solid Japanese cars can be recognized by the triangular logo, divided into 6 parts of white and red colors. Many believe that the image looks like a diamond, trying to justify in this way the name of the company, translated from Japanese means "emerald". But in fact, the logo symbolically unites the family coats of arms of representatives of two ancient clans - Iwasaki and Tosa (three rhombuses and an oak trefoil).

All car brands of the world and N-Z badges

The first cars of the legendary brand were decorated with an emblem in the form of a circle with a bar installed in the center, on which the name of the brand was written in black letters. The badge was made in traditional Japanese colors (red, blue and white), representing the sky, the rising sun and purity of thoughts. Later, it was decided to slightly modify the logo, making it monochromatic (steel) and voluminous.

Noble... Sports cars of this brand are recognizable all over the world. The logo visually resembles a license plate with the brand name. The laconic inscription is made in black letters at an angle on a yellow background.

Over a hundred years of its existence, the company has produced more than 35 million units of high-speed luxury vehicles. Exclusive cars can be recognized by their unusual icon. The steel logo is made in the form of an oval, divided by two parallel lines, visually reminiscent of the stripes of one road extending beyond the horizon.

Opel... Over the century, the logos of the famous brand have been constantly changing. Initially, the emblem bore the initials of the company's founder, Adam Opel, but in 1890 it was decided to change the badge. In 1964, the brand acquired its recognizable logo, on which you can see a lightning bolt enclosed in a circle. In the 2000s. the emblem has undergone minor changes, becoming more voluminous and embossed.

American prestigious passenger cars of this brand ceased to be produced in 1958. But the cars of the famous brand can still be recognized by their unique logo, in the center of which is the Packard family coat of arms. But a representative of the ancient English family decorated his car models with different badges. The most famous are a girl trying to hold a wheel, a pelican figurine and a silhouette of the ancient Greek god Adonis.

Pagani... The cars of the Italian brand are distinguished not only by high build quality and original design, but also by the brand name on the hood. The steel-colored oval emblem visually resembles a disc, the center of which is crossed by a stripe with a three-dimensional brand name. In the upper left corner there is a blotch of irregular geometric shape in blue, which enhances the overall composition.

Panoz... The modern high-tech passenger car manufacturer has chosen an inverted drop icon with a green clover leaf in a swirl of red, blue and white, symbolizing yin and yang, as the logo for its brand. The top element adorns the brand name.

French cars of this brand can be easily recognized by the lion icon. From 1950 to 2010, the figure of the predator changed several times. At the moment, the square badge is adorned with a three-dimensional figurine of a ferocious lion standing on its hind legs. Thus, the company emphasizes the high status of the cars produced, dedication and development.

Plymouth... An autonomous division of the Chrysler concern, specializing in the production of passenger cars and minivans. The circular logo bears the name of the company, and in the center of the circle there is a golden sailboat on a red background.

At the time of registration of the trademark, the legendary cars were decorated with a logo stylized as a traditional headdress with feathers of representatives of the Indian tribe. But over time, the management changed the logo. On the lattice of luxury cars, manufacturers began to attach a red arrow in a silver border with a sparkling silver star in the center.

Cars of the German brand are produced in the city of Stuttgart, the symbol of which is a rearing horse. It was she who was placed in the center of the logo. The brand badge is made in the form of a coat of arms in the colors traditional for the inhabitants of Baden-Württemberg: gold, red and black. The name of the company adorns the upper part of the emblem.

Proton... The trademark of the Malaysian car manufacturing company is in Asian style. The shield-shaped emblem depicts the head of a ferocious tiger in profile against a green background, enclosed in a ring. The main color of the visor is blue with gold edging.

The badge of a famous French car brand looks like an elongated rhombus with volumetric edges and a hollow center. According to the assurances of the designers, such a decision is intended to emphasize optimism, prosperity and belief in success. Some are inclined to believe that such a geometric figure cannot exist in reality. In response, the management of Renault has stated several times that it can bring even the most impossible and fantastic ideas to life.

A distinctive feature of the trademark is the presence of two official emblems. Women's models are traditionally decorated with a figurine of the fair sex, called the "Flying Lady". But the general public is more familiar with the logo with two "R" letters in chrome steel, superimposed on each other, on a blue or black background.

Rover... British luxury cars are adorned with a stylish badge depicting a Viking battle boat under sail. The contrast emphasizes the successful combination of gold and black on the visor. To date, the company has been bought out by the Ford corporation, but the design of the badges still continues to feature the theme of the Vikings.

Saab... On the trademark badge, you can see a red griffin in profile, whose head is crowned with a golden crown. The emblem largely repeats the elements of the family coat of arms of the founder of the company. At the moment, the enterprise is officially closed, and the rights to the brand belong to the Chinese-Japanese concern National Electric Vehicle Sweden. New owners cannot use the branded badge.

The American company chose the rings of the planet of the same name as its icon. The red square logo depicts white intersecting flowing lines visually reminiscent of a curved X. The second logo features a crescent moon enclosed in an oval, creating an allusion to the volumetric Saturn with a ring of asteroids.

The logo of the company repeats the trademark of the Saab company. A scarlet crowned griffin on a blue background is enclosed in a complex geometric figure. It is noteworthy that the mythical bird also appears on the heraldic sign of the Scania province.

Scion... American cars are assembled under a Japanese license. The assembly is carried out only in North America for the younger generation, which is not surprising. The very name of the trademark is translated as "Heir". Extreme driving car designers have developed a dynamic logo with two shark fins positioned diametrically to each other. They are separated by a stripe with the brand name in a silver ring.

Seat... The founders of the Spanish car company as a logo letter S in silver, vertically cut in half. The full name of the brand is traditionally located under it in red letters.

Smart... German compact cars are produced with a black rectangular badge with a laconic inscription in the center with the brand name. To the left of it is a silver badge with a yellow triangle along the edge. Schematically, it resembles the head of a chick or the letter C with an arrow.

The brand name from the Korean language literally translates as "Two Dragons", which is reflected in the trademark. The laconic logo represents two blue wings of a prehistoric lizard in flight, mirroring each other. Some see dragon claws in the emblem. The developers of the logo claim that the badge symbolizes good luck.

The Japanese auto company emerged from the merger of six auto companies, the most famous of which was Toyota. The brand name translates as "Putting Together". It is symbolic that the icon depicts exactly six quadrangular stars shining in the sky from the constellation Pleiades. It is noteworthy that one of the celestial bodies shines brighter than the rest.

Japanese cars of this brand are decorated with a capital English letter from the name in red, stylized as a hieroglyph. The name was given to the brand by the founder of the company Michio Suzuki.

Cars of the French brand have not been produced on the market for several years. But until now, cars with a brand badge roam on European roads. In the center of the logo there is a three-dimensional letter T in a circle. For the design of the emblem, the designers used the traditional colors of the French flag.

Tatra... The iconic heavy-duty trucks are adorned with a round badge with the brand name in the center. The letters and border are in white with the main background in purple.

Tesla... The trade mark has rapidly burst into the car market and now its logo with the image of the pointed letter T with the top inscription "Tesla" is recognizable all over the world. The founders of the electric car company claim that the badge depicts an allusion to a letter. This is actually part of the steering wheel.

Toyota... Before the start of car production, the company was engaged in the production of looms. The symbol of the company was the eye of a needle through which a thread was threaded. The founders of the company decided to leave the badge unchanged, giving it a new meaning. According to the designers, the ovals in the center of the silver badge symbolize the driver's heart and the unlimited possibilities of cars.

The company was founded in the midst of space exploration. Therefore, German manufacturers decided to give the brand an appropriate name. It translates into Russian as "Sputnik". The corporate badge is laconic: the letter S is depicted in the center of the black circle, which can be interpreted as a curved road going into the distance.

TVR... Low-cost sports cars made in England can be recognized by their corporate logo. It consists of three capital letters of the brand name, which is an abbreviation from the name of the founder of the enterprise - TreVoR Wilkinson. To date, there is a litigation between the owners of the trademark, and there is no guarantee that the production of machines will resume.

Veritas... The German car company cannot boast of a rich history and a large number of cars produced, but continues to operate steadily after its revival at the end of the last century. The brand's emblem is considered one of the most beautiful in the world: the traditional wheel with the inscription "Veritas" is decorated with four thin pointed spikes, one of which is extended upwards and is three times longer than the others. Visually, the logo resembles a sword, compass or ship's steering wheel.

For the creation of the logo, Franz Xaver Reimspiess received an award of 100 Reichsmarks. The emblem according to his project was slightly modified after the defeat of Germany in World War II, but, in general, it remained unchanged. The icon of the legendary automobile concern schematically depicts two letters V and W in white on a blue background, enclosed in a silver circle.

Volvo... There are two versions of the origin of the famous emblem. According to one of them, the cars of the Swedish concern are decorated with the heraldic sign of the Roman Empire, which depicts a shield with a spear, which is a symbol of the god of war - Mars. An alternative opinion says that the emblem is taken from the periodic system of Mendeleev and means "Iron". At the time of the company's formation, Swedish steel was considered one of the best in the world. Cars under the Volvo brand are distinguished by high build quality and powerful body. The center of the emblem is decorated with a stylish lettering with the brand name in white letters on a blue background.

Vortex... The Taganrog Automobile Plant assembles cars under license from Chery Automobile. The name translates as "Whirlwind" or "Cycle". The badge is in silver and has a capital “V” in the center of the circle.

ZAZ... The Ukrainian company specializing in the production of budget cars has chosen a laconic blue and white badge as its logo. The emblem is a circle with two rounded parallel lines resembling lanes of the road.

Logos of domestic car brands alphabetically A-Z

BelAZ... The enterprise produces high-capacity dump trucks (from 30 to 360 tons), as well as machines for working in quarries and construction equipment. The share of products on a global scale is over 30%. The logo of the Belarusian Automobile Plant is the name of the enterprise written in blue English letters.

GAS... The headquarters of the company is located in Nizhny Novgorod, the coat of arms of which was taken as the basis for the creation of the logo. Domestic cars produced at the Gorky Automobile Plant are decorated with a stylish emblem, in the center of which is a white silhouette of a deer, and the upper part of the rounded coat of arms is decorated with five neat towers. The auto concern produces cars and trucks, minibuses, and military equipment.


KAMAZ (Kamaz)... The Kama Automobile Plant began production of heavy vehicles in 1976. Famous trucks and agricultural machinery are decorated with logos in two versions: with the inscriptions KAMAZ or KAMAZ, depending on the country of the buyer. The corporate blue badge of this brand is made of two elements: a laconic inscription with the brand name and a running horse in full face.

Moskvich... The most popular and demanded car brand in the Soviet Union. The cars were adorned with a laconic lettering with the brand name in silver letters. Today the enterprise belongs to the Volkswagen concern. The trademark is an unusual red badge stylized as the letter "M".

TAGAZ... On the intricate emblem of the Taganrog Automobile Plant, you can see 3 equivalent roads intersecting with each other in the shape of a triangle. This logo was not chosen by chance. The designers wanted to highlight the ability of small industrial trucks to overcome any obstacle. The company also manufactures school buses, minibuses for the disabled and cars for public utilities.

UAZ (UAZ)... The dynamic logo of the Russian auto company depicts a seagull hovering over the Volga River against the backdrop of the sun. The volumetric icon is made in green and white colors. The lower part of the emblem is decorated with the name of the company (in Russian or English letters).

Uralaz... A beautiful emblem in the form of a diamond cut in half with rounded edges adorns trucks manufactured in the Chelyabinsk region. Visually, the blue icon resembles the letter Z at an angle or the number 8.

ZIL... The Likhachev plant was opened in 1916 and glorified the domestic auto industry with the production of high-quality trucks. It is noteworthy that up to 1944, cars of this brand were produced without a corporate emblem. And only after the war, the management decided to patent the abbreviation of the company name as a brand, which later became a trademark.

This information will always help you to stand out favorably in the circle of motorists and make the right choice when buying a car. You can save car brands and a list of all manufacturers on your computer or gadget so that you can always refresh the necessary information in your memory. The list of car brands is structured so that the logo and country of manufacture of this company are present.

Logocar modelManufacturer countryYear of foundationPopularity rating
Japan28 August 1937
FordAmericaJune 16, 1903
AmericaNovember 3, 1911
JapanDecember 26, 1933
KoreaDecember 29, 1967
KIAKoreaJune 9, 1957
GermanyJune 28, 1926
BmwGermanyMarch 7, 1916
OpelGermanyJanuary 21, 1862
MazdaJapanJanuary 1920
AcuraJapan1986 year
GermanyMay 28, 1937
France1919 year
VolvoSweden1927 year
SkodaCzech1895 year
Land roverUnited Kingdom1948 year
FranceFebruary 25, 1899
HondaJapanSeptember 24, 1948
Japan1911 year
JapanMay 13, 1870
AudiGermanyJuly 16, 1909
JeepUSA1941 year
LADARussia1966 year
UAZRussia1992 year
France1882 year
KoreaMarch 22, 1967
SsangYongKorea1954 year
LexusJapan1989 year
Japan1954 year
JapanOctober 1909
Japan1989 year
FiatItalyJuly 11, 1899
CheryChina1997 year
HaimaChina1988 year
LifanChina1992 year
BrillianceChina1992 year
GeelyChina1986 year
Great wallChina1976 year

Rating of the best cars in Russia

Knowledge of the best cars of our time is important for every motorist or car enthusiast. Many beginners often confuse car brands and badges with names, the country of manufacture, and not everyone is familiar with the popularity rating of cars. Today you have a unique opportunity to get acquainted with brief but very useful information about global car brands, their ratings and manufacturers.

Prospective car buyers most often start selection from the brand of the next car. For this reason, we have compiled our table for you, here even a rating is available for each brand name of manufacturers of the automotive industry.

Countries - producers and their creations

Germany has long established itself in the international market as an excellent manufacturer of modern multifunctional vehicles. The Germans know exactly how to create a powerful car with all the amenities and the best technical characteristics. Many experts consider Germany to be the first car manufacturer in Europe; today the Germans have presented the world with the following list of car brands:

  • Mercedes-Benz. It has the highest rating in the global auto industry, and has been holding the best positions in terms of sales for a long time. Differs in the highest quality, excellent technical characteristics, reliability and excellent design.
  • Opel. Also received the maximum number of stars in the world ranking of the most famous cars. This car brand combines practicality and speed, comfort and simplicity. Produced since 1862, this great experience is a huge plus for the brand image.
  • Audi. This brand brilliantly entered the world market in 1909 and quickly won the hearts of many motorists. Under its name, this machine hides reliability and durability, unrivaled style and design. This car brand is universal, it is loved by all categories of motorists. This brainchild of the Germans has all five stars in the world ranking.
  • Toyota. The name of this brand has been heard around the world since 1937. The manufacturer immediately established itself in the best light in the automotive industry market. Having been at the top of the list for many years, the brand continues to evolve and improve.
  • Mazda. This is the perfection of practicality and accessibility. The brand has the highest rating in the world auto industry table, showing all the best sales results every year since 1920.
  • Honda. This brand combines incredible elegance and power, affordable price and excellent quality. Has five stars in the world car rating since 1948.

Korea has distinguished itself by the release of budget, but rather high-quality cars, the car brands and icons of which are given below:

  • KIA. This car brand is the embodiment of elegance and good taste. The brand has enjoyed good sales since 1957. Throughout its existence, the brand has managed to earn four out of five stars in the international rating of the automotive industry.
  • Hyundai. The manufacturers of this car put a lot of emphasis on safety, they wanted to create the perfect car for family life and leisure. As a result, their brainchild received four out of five stars in the rating of the best cars of our time.
  • Daewoo. A great car for city trips, which honestly earned only two stars on the international rating scale. Despite this, the company has been ranked first in terms of sales every year since 1967.

Car brands and the list of American car manufacturers deserve special attention, because it was in the United States that the mass production of the first cars began. America can be proud of these car brands:

  • Ford. This brand has been produced for more than a hundred years, such a huge experience, probably, brought four stars to the manufacturer. In terms of sales, Ford has no equal!
  • Chevrolet. It has been produced since 1911, but it still occupies a good position in the ranking. By maintaining optimal sales volumes, the brand honorably wins three stars out of five.

A new buyer first looks at all brands of cars, and only then makes a selection of some cars based on the rating. Not every country makes car makers very popular, some because of their price, others because of the constant investment in car repairs. Russian roads pose huge problems for cars, based on poor quality roads and infrequent repairs.

How not to say about Chinese cars, which are so in demand all over the world. China excelled in the production of such beautiful cars:

  • Chery. Not only girls like this car brand, guys also feel confident behind the wheel of this car. In 1997, the release of the first model of this brand became a real sensation, which eventually brought the manufacturer four stars in the international ranking.
  • Lifan. A relatively young but successfully developing brand. For its versatility and practicality, the car receives as many as four stars!

The table is presented which country makes which cars

Is it easy to show the car brands of the country of manufacture in one table, of course it is possible. As you may have noticed, there is a very large list of car brands in a convenient information panel, where not only the names and logo of the brand are indicated, but the year of foundation is also present and even who is the ideological inspirer. Statistics or, more correctly, the rating indicates the brands of cars that are in high demand in the CIS countries.

Now you know what are the most popular cars and brands in the world, their list will always be at your fingertips if you bookmark our site.

Drive you trips and good luck on the road!

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 short 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, it is worth paying attention to the most famous and popular car brands, the logos of which 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 changes since its creation, 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 the race, which took place 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 the sports-oriented Aston Martin used the production 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 wasthe 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 4 empty rings became the car's emblem over time.

Bmw

The basis of the current car plant was a motor company 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 an interesting story. The first emblem of a BMW car featured a propeller, 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 and 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 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 Citroen, who drew inspiration from the factories of Henry Ford in order to create his car production. 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 counterparts. It was these gears that formed the basis of the emblem on Citroen cars. The emblem of the car, which many call the "double chevron", practically did not change 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 the 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 an automobile plant. However, the fate of the automaker's logo was decided by one amusing incident. Somehow, the lights were turned off at the entire 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" - 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 the creation of the brand began with Maurice Wilkes, who at that time was the designer of the Rover company and had a very whimsical vehicle. The whimsy 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 has specialized exclusively in the production of off-road vehicles. 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 machine logo (three-pointed star) symbolizes the fact that the engines of this company 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 designated the location of the new home in the city of 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 has specialized in the production of:

  • sewing machines;
  • horse carriages;
  • bicycles.

After Adam's death, the plant was inherited by his sons, who decided to start producing cars. Their first collaboration with other automobile concerns was unsuccessful, but later mass production was launched.

Chevrolet

One of the most promoted and popular global brands in the American automotive industry is named after a 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, which was caused by 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 Parisian hotel, going into infinity. But now there are several more legends that reveal their stories of how the “bow tie” became the corporate logo of Chevrolet.

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 engage in the production of 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, the chief engineer of which was Masujiro Hashimoto. The first Japanese car models were called "DAT", the capital letters of which 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 the opening and creation of his own car design factories. At the same time, Ford's successor, Henry Leland, was actively developing the "abandoned" Ford enterprise, and also invented a new name for it, 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 surname 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 actively manufactures SUVs, pickups and crossovers. Translated, the name of the Korean car brand means "Two Dragons", symbolizing power and independence.

Luxgen

This car brand is perhaps the only representative of the Taiwanese car industry, created relatively recently, in 2008. Prior to that, 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. Plants 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 within the country bore the names "Zhiguli" and "Sputnik". Now all models of cars are produced under the 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. One of the most influential Russian oligarchs became the investor. The automobile brand dates back to 2007, when the serial production of racing cars was launched almost immediately.

TagaAZ

Another Russian automotive brand that enjoys due popularity among the population. The car manufacturing plant is located in the city of 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 will take, perhaps, 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 the production of different types of cars. However, there are also 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 huge 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, trolleybuses. However, now the company is known for its automotive products only of the 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. The most famous model is the Bentley Continental.

The renowned British manufacturer is one of the world's leading car makers in the production of passenger cars and racing cars, which was not expected at the very beginning of its career, when the plant specialized in the production of sidecars for motorcycles. 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.

To 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 of sports cars are characterized by:

  • increased speeds;
  • powerful and durable engine;
  • low body fit.

Unlike racing car brands, sports cars are designed to travel 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 prosperity. 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 creator of the brand specialized in the production of tractor products, when Ferruccio Lamborghini decided to start creating his 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 rattling and not entirely comfortable, nowadays the creation of increased comfort trucks 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 excellent 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 maintain control of the road surface in all weather conditions.

They are characterized by low weight and a high degree of maneuverability, which is optimal for transporting bulk cargo. Often these trucks are used as platforms for concrete mixers.

The presented trucks are characterized by 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 is 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 brands of cars, presented in alphabetical order, the icons of which 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 who was managing the company at the time appeared on the badge.

The 4 rings known all over the world, which are present in the badge of German cars, are a symbol of the merger of large automotive corporations in 1934:

  • Audi Automobil-Werke AG;
  • Horch Automobil-Werke GmbH ,;
  • Dampf Kraft Wagen;
  • Wanderer Werke AG.

The very name of the car brand has a 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 icon for luxury car brands is a 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. Over time, it has undergone various changes. 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. Along the perimeter of the badge, there are 60 points, 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 the official dealer of "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 repeated 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 auto 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 creator of the car brand. There are several hypotheses regarding how the idea of ​​creating 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 an unpretentious 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 badge 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 outwardly resembled dragon scales, since one of the sacred animals of the mentioned tribe was a dragon. In this form, the badge existed for quite a long time, until at the 2008 auto show, a new version of it was presented at the ball, representing the capital letter "D", framed by a line on which the full name of the car brand looms. The presence of silvery shades testifies to the status of the Renault automobile concern, which is 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 automobiles. 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 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 devoid 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 a sporty, unwavering 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, whose distinctive feature of the 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 icon - 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.

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, but the "Passenger Car Plant" is a direct refutation of that. 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 creation 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-covered mountain, towering against a blue background that personifies the sky. The very name of the brand of cars in translation means "happiness". Apparently, this is how the icon developer imagined happiness.

The next car brand in alphabetical order 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 carmaker 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 emergency collision.

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, ​​which stands for general purpose vehicle. Today, American brand cars 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 personification of the global 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 icon 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 automotive giant, which is to strive for success in any country in the world.

The Italian automobile 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, a statue of which 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, 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.

These are the 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. Recently, the badge celebrated its 80th anniversary.

The easily recognizable lightning, located inside the circle, symbolizes breakneck speed and lightning speed. In the original version of the style, 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 ​​creating such a style belongs to a famous car manufacturer in France, which has become recognizable thanks to the production of cars that are devoid of high levels of harmful substances.

The icon of German cars is distinguished by the 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 French car badge, 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 manufacturers of the corporation thus 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, which 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 from 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 represent a similar number of companies that have come together to create an automobile manufacturing 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 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 Automobile 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, the transportation of various goods became possible only by means of boats crossing the Volga. The rook has the shape of the capital letter "B", which is part of 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 car 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 automotive concern has placed particular emphasis on the environmentally friendly component of cars, while maintaining their power and strength. This is confirmed by the hybrid version of the "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;
  • an increase in 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 affect the production of cars 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 tired of breaking records in terms of 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 awarded the title of 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 industry, characterized by style and quality. The German concern was chosen as the official partner of the Olympics held in London, where it 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 automobile brand from Japan in 2012 became the leader in sales, presenting only two models to the world public: "Prius" and "Aqua". The hybrid engines of 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 of car companies in the process of manufacturing their products began to make a greater bias towards practicality and comfort, which directly affects the cost of cars. Which car brands are the most expensive in the world? Now we will find out:

1. Honda ($ 21 thousand)

One of the reputable world-renowned insurance companies 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 car sales of the corporation.

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, 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 automobiles 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. Lexus produces 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 the Range Rover Evoque, which is 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 car industry is the world famous Mercedes-Benz corporation, which in 2010 was recognized as the most expensive car 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 car brands, 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 distinguished by their 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 the 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. More precisely, only one model is being released, the M600. The aforementioned 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 for the entire mechanical leaving the car, the frame is made of tubular type aluminum. 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, since 1994, the world community began to create outstanding cars with 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 powerful engines from Mercedes. The range of the automobile corporation is represented by models whose power starts from 700 horses.

Wiesmann

A rare brand of German cars, it 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;
  • double wishbone suspension system;
  • body structure made of aluminum.

The list of rare car brands is continued by 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 a hundred in a couple of seconds. Like the vast majority of racing cars, the SSC models have a body made of aluminum combined with a hydrocarbon fiber.

Despite its centuries-old existence, the cars of the exclusive brand are still the rarest. Their distinctive features are 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 their 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" launches the 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 up 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 in the world, the Bugatti Veyron, which is capable of delivering a thousand horsepower. 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 some 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 ​​creating 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 car 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 automobile 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 automobile 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 enterprise, 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 takeovers. 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 the Japanese companies "Toyota" and "Suzuki", helping the aforementioned automakers to enter the American 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 with a people's car. At that time, only one model, the Beetle, was produced from production. However, the engineers of the enterprise realized in time that in this way the development of the company becomes impossible. Then the famous production models presented by the Golf and Passat were invented, thanks to which Volkswagen was able to conquer the world car market. At the same time, the company managed to acquire large concerns, and today it includes the following car brands:

  • Seat;
  • Skoda;
  • Rolls-Royce.

The presented world-class automaker began its journey with the creation of small cars and motorcycles. After a certain time, he became the owner of the English automobile concern "Rover". Now the most recognizable brands of cars under the auspices of "BMW" are represented by "MINI".

2. Italy

Here I would like to draw special attention to "Fiat", an automaker known for the creation of subcompact foreign cars, on which, in fact, he climbed. 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 example:

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 various 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 distinguished by their legendary status 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 all Western Europe with its cars, 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 one - "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 car models 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 prices and high quality.

Car brands by type of SUV

All brands of jeeps

The Japanese car brand offers the compact Jimny, which is ideal for off-road enthusiasts. The jeep is characterized by a high degree of cross-country ability, as well as the presence of all the 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, just released by another manufacturer: X-Terra "from" Nissan. In the process of assembling this model, all the functions of the jeeps of the 90s were used and added. Also, there is 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 a brutal yet pleasing appearance and unparalleled power on the road.

It is safe to say that the domestic auto industry has made great strides forward in its development. This is confirmed by off-road vehicles 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 car 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 uniqueness, which is largely due to the peculiarities of the production of each of them. Even more 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 car is associated with these icons, which were fully described above.

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