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Automotive Brands

Discover automotive brands and their parent companies, from car manufacturers to motorcycle brands and automotive technology.

About Automotive

Automobile manufacturers and automotive brands producing cars, trucks, motorcycles, and related transportation vehicles.

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AbarthAutomotive

Abarth

Owned by Stellantis

Iconic Italian high-performance automotive brand specializing in sporty variants of Fiat vehicles, known for its racing heritage, distinctive scorpion logo, and recent expansion into electrified performance models.

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AcuraAutomotive

Acura

Owned by Honda Motor Company

Acura is the luxury vehicle division of Honda Motor Company, launched in the United States in 1986. It was the first Japanese luxury automobile brand sold in North America and is currently sold in the USA, Canada, China, and a limited number of other markets.

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Alfa RomeoAutomotive

Alfa Romeo

Owned by Stellantis

Italian luxury sports car manufacturer owned by Stellantis, known for performance and design heritage.

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AlpineAutomotive

Alpine

Owned by Renault Group

French sports car brand wholly owned by Renault Group, known for lightweight performance engineering, motorsport heritage, and the revived A110 sports car.

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AudiAutomotive

Audi

Owned by Volkswagen Group

German luxury automobile manufacturer known for its advanced technology, quattro all-wheel drive system, and premium positioning in the automotive market.

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BentleyAutomotive

Bentley

Owned by Volkswagen Group

British luxury automobile manufacturer owned by Volkswagen Group, known for handcrafted high-performance vehicles.

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BMWAutomotive

BMW

Owned by BMW Group

German luxury automobile brand known for performance-oriented sedans, SUVs, and electric vehicles.

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BMW 3 SeriesAutomotive

BMW 3 Series

Owned by BMW Group

Compact luxury sedan manufactured by BMW, known for performance, driving dynamics, and premium positioning.

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BMW MotorradAutomotive

BMW Motorrad

Owned by BMW Group

Premium motorcycle division of BMW Group, producing motorcycles and two-wheeled vehicles since 1923.

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BugattiAutomotive

Bugatti

Owned by Volkswagen Group

French ultra-luxury hypercar brand founded in 1909. Now operated by Bugatti Rimac, with Rimac Group taking full control following Porsche's 2026 exit.

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BuickAutomotive

Buick

Owned by General Motors Company

American mid-premium automotive brand owned by General Motors. Founded in 1903, Buick is GM's bridge between mainstream Chevrolet and luxury Cadillac. Buick sells approximately 800,000 vehicles annually in China and over 200,000 in the United States.

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CadillacAutomotive

Cadillac

Owned by General Motors Company

American luxury automotive brand and division of General Motors, known for premium vehicles and electric vehicle transition.

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Chevrolet CorvetteAutomotive

Chevrolet Corvette

Owned by General Motors Company

American sports car manufactured by Chevrolet, a division of General Motors, since 1953.

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Chevrolet SilveradoAutomotive

Chevrolet Silverado

Owned by General Motors Company

American full-size pickup truck known for its capability, durability, and competition with Ford F-150 in the truck market.

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ChryslerAutomotive

Chrysler

Owned by Stellantis

American automobile brand owned by Stellantis N.V. Founded in 1925, Chrysler produces minivans and sedans for the North American market. Parent company Stellantis posted a $26.3 billion net loss in 2025.

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CitroenAutomotive

Citroen

Owned by Stellantis

French automobile brand producing passenger cars and commercial vehicles, owned by Stellantis N.V. and headquartered in Paris, France.

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CupraAutomotive

Cupra

Owned by Volkswagen Group

Spanish performance car brand owned by Volkswagen Group through SEAT S.A., producing sporty electric and combustion vehicles including the Formentor, Born, and Terramar.

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DaciaAutomotive

Dacia

Owned by Renault Group

Romanian automobile brand owned by Renault Group, founded in 1966 by the Romanian state, known for budget-priced practical vehicles including the Sandero, Duster, and Jogger.

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DefenderAutomotive

Defender

Owned by Jaguar Land Rover Automotive PLC

British off-road vehicle brand produced by Jaguar Land Rover, a subsidiary of Tata Motors. Originally launched in 1948 as the Land Rover, reintroduced as the modern Defender in 2020.

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DenzaAutomotive

Denza

Owned by BYD Company Limited

Chinese premium electric vehicle brand owned by BYD, producing luxury EVs including the D9 MPV and N9 SUV.

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DodgeAutomotive

Dodge

Owned by Stellantis

American brand of automobiles and performance vehicles, specializing in muscle cars, SUVs, and performance-oriented vehicles, owned by Stellantis.

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DS AutomobilesAutomotive

DS Automobiles

Owned by Stellantis

French premium automobile brand owned by Stellantis. Sold 29,042 vehicles in Europe in 2025. Repositioned as a specialty brand under Citroen in 2025.

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DucatiAutomotive

Ducati

Owned by Volkswagen Group

Italian motorcycle manufacturer owned by Volkswagen Group, known for high-performance sport bikes.

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FerrariAutomotive

Ferrari

Owned by Ferrari N.V.

Italian luxury sports car manufacturer founded in 1947 by Enzo Ferrari in Maranello. Publicly traded as Ferrari N.V. (NYSE: RACE). Known for Formula 1 racing, V12 engines, and limited-production exclusivity.

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FiatAutomotive

Fiat

Owned by Stellantis

Italian mass-market automobile brand founded in 1899 in Turin. Owned by Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA). Known for the Fiat 500, Panda, and Grande Panda models. Strong market position in Italy and Brazil.

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Ford F-150Automotive

Ford F-150

Owned by Ford Motor Company

America's best-selling pickup truck, known for capability, durability, and innovative features. Manufactured by Ford Motor Company (NYSE: F) in Dearborn, Michigan.

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Ford MustangAutomotive

Ford Mustang

Owned by Ford Motor Company

American pony car icon known for its sporty design, performance heritage, and cultural significance since 1964. Manufactured by Ford Motor Company.

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Front RunnerAutomotive

Front Runner

Owned by Dometic Group AB

South African vehicle-based adventure gear brand known for its modular Slimline II roof rack system and off-road accessories, owned by Dometic Group.

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Geely CarsAutomotive

Geely Cars

Owned by Geely Automobile Holdings

Chinese passenger vehicle brand operated by Geely Automobile Holdings (HK: 0175), producing sedans, SUVs, and MPVs for domestic and international markets.

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GenesisAutomotive

Genesis

Owned by Hyundai Motor Group

South Korean luxury vehicle brand specializing in premium automobiles, owned by Hyundai Motor Group.

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GWMAutomotive

GWM

Owned by Great Wall Motor Company Limited

Chinese automotive brand specializing in SUVs and pickup trucks, owned by Great Wall Motors and sold in over 60 countries.

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HavalAutomotive

Haval

Owned by Great Wall Motor Company Limited

Chinese SUV and crossover brand owned by Great Wall Motors, sold in over 170 countries with 758,554 units sold in 2025.

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Honda AccordAutomotive

Honda Accord

Owned by Honda Motor Company

Mid-size sedan manufactured by Honda Motor Company. Known for reliability, fuel efficiency, and engineering. Now in its 11th generation with hybrid powertrain options.

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HummerAutomotive

Hummer

Owned by General Motors Company

American automotive brand producing electric trucks and SUVs under the GMC division of General Motors.

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HyundaiAutomotive

Hyundai

Owned by Hyundai Motor Group

South Korean automobile manufacturer known for its value proposition, quality improvements, and stylish designs in the global automotive market.

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InfinitiAutomotive

Infiniti

Owned by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

Japanese luxury automobile brand owned by Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, and founded in 1989 as Nissan's luxury division.

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Interstate BatteriesAutomotive

Interstate Batteries

Owned by Interstate Battery System of America

American battery distributor founded in 1952, specializing in automotive, commercial, and consumer batteries, headquartered in Dallas, Texas.

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Ironman TiresAutomotive

Ironman Tires

Owned by Hercules Tire and Rubber Company

Budget tire brand owned by Hercules Tire and Rubber Company, a subsidiary of American Tire Distributors, offering affordable tires for passenger vehicles, light trucks, and commercial vehicles.

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JAC UtesAutomotive

JAC Utes

Owned by JAC Motors

Chinese utility vehicle brand specializing in light commercial trucks and vans, owned by JAC Motors and distributed globally.

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JaecooAutomotive

Jaecoo

Owned by Chery Automobile Co., Ltd.

Chinese automotive brand established in 2023 by Chery Automobile, focusing on SUVs for export markets outside China.

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JaguarAutomotive

Jaguar

Owned by Tata Group

British luxury automotive brand founded in 1922, owned by Tata Motors of India since 2008 through Jaguar Land Rover Limited, currently undergoing a complete rebrand and transition to an all-electric lineup.

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JeepAutomotive

Jeep

Owned by Stellantis

American brand of automobiles and off-road vehicles, specializing in SUVs and off-road vehicles, owned by Stellantis.

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KiaAutomotive

Kia

Owned by Hyundai Motor Group

South Korean automobile manufacturer known for sporty design and value positioning, part of Hyundai Motor Group.

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Kirkland Signature Motor OilAutomotive

Kirkland Signature Motor Oil

Owned by Costco Wholesale Corporation

Costco's private label motor oil under Kirkland Signature, manufactured by Warren Distribution and sold exclusively to Costco members in full synthetic and conventional formulations.

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Kumho TiresAutomotive

Kumho Tires

Owned by Kumho Tire

South Korean tire manufacturer founded in 1960, with Qingdao Doublestar as largest shareholder at 45%. Produces tires for passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, and motorsport applications globally.

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LamborghiniAutomotive

Lamborghini

Owned by Volkswagen Group

Italian ultra-luxury supercar and SUV manufacturer, owned by Volkswagen Group through Audi AG since 1998, headquartered in Sant'Agata Bolognese, Italy.

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LanciaAutomotive

Lancia

Owned by Stellantis

Italian premium automobile manufacturer owned by Stellantis, undergoing a brand revival with the Ypsilon and Gamma models.

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Land RoverAutomotive

Land Rover

Owned by Tata Group

British premium SUV and off-road vehicle brand founded in 1948, owned by Tata Motors of India since 2008 through its Jaguar Land Rover subsidiary.

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Leapmotor CarsAutomotive

Leapmotor Cars

Owned by Leapmotor

Chinese electric vehicle brand founded in 2015 by Zhu Jiangming in Hangzhou. Leapmotor posted its first annual profit in 2025 with revenue of CNY 64.7 billion and deliveries of 596,555 vehicles. Stellantis holds a 20% stake.

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Lexani TiresAutomotive

Lexani Tires

Owned by Nexen Tire

Aftermarket tire brand managed by Lexani Wheel Corporation of Corona, California, with manufacturing by Nexen Tire (South Korea) and Sentury Tire (China, Thailand, USA). Offers budget-friendly performance, all-season, all-weather, and UHP tires for passenger cars, SUVs, light trucks, and EVs at prices 40-60% below premium brands.

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