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smart Automobile history and corporate video smart Automobile Co., Ltd. is a provider of electric vehicles headquartered in Hangzhou Bay, Ningbo, China. It is a 50/50 joint venture between Mercedes-Benz AG and Geely Automobile Group. HISTORY    The origin of the smart brand goes back to 1972 when Daimler came up with a concept for a small city car in response to increasing congestion and intensifying air pollution in urban areas. In 1994, Nicholas Hayek, the inventor of the Swatch watch, approached Mercedes-Benz to realize his vision of an “ultra-urban” car. As a result, Daimler partnered with Nicholas…

Key Stats Founded: December 1, 1914 in Bologna, Italy Headquarters: Viale Ciro Menotti 322, Modena, Italy Parent Company: Stellantis (since 2021) Employees: 1,001–5,000 Global Sales (2024): 11,300 vehicles Maserati S.p.A. is an Italian luxury car manufacturer established on December 1, 1914, in Bologna, Italy. The company is known for producing high-performance sports cars, grand tourers, and luxury sedans. The Maserati brothers founded the company with a passion for racing and automotive engineering. Today, the brand operates under Stellantis and maintains its headquarters in Modena, where it has been located since 1940. The company’s trident logo was designed by Mario Maserati…

Land Rover history, profile and history video Land Rover is a British brand of luxury SUVs and 4×4 vehicles. It is owned by the multinational car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR). Its range of luxury SUVs include Range Rover, Discovery, and Defender models. HISTORY Today’s Land Rover models trace their roots back to the original Series I Land Rover conceived by the Wilks brothers. The first Land Rover was launched in 1948 at the Amsterdam Motor Show by The Rover Company. In 1967, Rover became part of Leyland Motors as Rover Triumph. Leyland Motors later became…

Jeep history, profile and history video  “The iconic Jeep® brand is recognized the world over — forever tied to freedom, capability and adventure. Every Jeep vehicle has a unique story to tell, with a rich heritage that links back to the original Willys MA. Our story is your story. Jeep owners have long known that Go Anywhere, Do Anything® is a way of life — not just a campaign slogan. Explore our legendary lineup, then create your own timeless story in a Jeep 4×4.” “Origin of the name Many explanations of the origin of the word jeep have proven difficult to verify. The most widely…

Key Stats Dodge sold 47,481 vehicles in the first half of 2025, representing a 49% decline from the previous year. The brand is projected to generate $12.59 billion in revenue for 2025 in the United States market. Dodge is currently owned by Stellantis, formed through the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and PSA Group in 2021. The Durango remains the best-selling Dodge model, accounting for the majority of the brand’s sales volume. Dodge introduced its first all-electric vehicle, the Charger Daytona, producing 670 horsepower in the Scat Pack configuration. Dodge represents one of America’s most recognizable automotive brands, established in…

Chrysler Key Stats Founded June 6, 1925 Founder Walter P. Chrysler Parent Company Stellantis N.V. Headquarters Auburn Hills, Michigan Stellantis Market Cap $28 Billion (2025) Chrysler stands as one of the most storied names in American automotive history. Walter P. Chrysler founded the company in 1925 after reorganizing the struggling Maxwell Motor Company. The brand quickly became known for engineering innovation and affordable luxury. Today, Chrysler operates as a subsidiary of Stellantis, the multinational automotive conglomerate formed through the 2021 merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and France’s PSA Group. Chrysler produces vehicles under several nameplates and remains headquartered in Auburn…

Key Stats Founded: May 19, 1903 (Detroit, Michigan) Headquarters: Detroit, Michigan (GM) Founder: David Dunbar Buick Parent Company: General Motors Key Early Executive: William C. “Billy” Durant Current U.S. Models: Enclave, Envision, Encore GX, Envista 2024 U.S. Sales: ~175,000 units (est.) 2024 China Sales: ~400,000 units (est.) Buick is an American automobile brand owned by General Motors (GM), positioned as a premium marque between mainstream Chevrolet and luxury Cadillac. As the oldest surviving American automotive brand still in production, Buick traces its origins to 1899 and was the company on which GM was built. Today, Buick sells approximately 175,000 vehicles…

Key Stats Founded: June 24, 1910, in Milan, Italy Headquarters: Turin, Italy (Centro Stile, Mirafiori) Parent Company: Stellantis (since January 2021) Global Sales Growth (H1 2025): +20% year-over-year Projected Revenue (2025): $3 billion USD Alfa Romeo stands as one of the oldest and most storied automotive brands in the world. The Italian manufacturer has built a reputation for producing sports-oriented vehicles with distinctive design and strong racing heritage since 1910. The company operates as a subsidiary of Stellantis and produces vehicles at plants in Pomigliano d’Arco and Cassino, Italy. Current models include the Giulia sedan, Stelvio SUV, Tonale compact SUV,…

1919 Year Founded Stellantis Parent Company $168B Stellantis Revenue 2024 248,000+ Group Employees Paris Headquarters Citroen stands as one of the oldest automobile manufacturers in the world. Andre Citroen founded the company in 1919 in Paris, France. The brand became famous for innovative engineering, distinctive design, and mass production techniques. Today Citroen operates as part of Stellantis, the global automotive group formed in 2021. The company manufactures passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and electric models sold across Europe, Asia, South America, and Africa. Citroen vehicles have earned recognition for comfort-focused engineering and bold styling. The brand produces popular models including the…

Key Stats Founded: August 22, 1902 in Detroit, Michigan Parent Company: General Motors (since 1909) 2024 U.S. Sales: 160,204 vehicles (8.8% increase from 2023) 2019 Global Sales Record: 390,458 vehicles worldwide Headquarters: New York City (relocated from Detroit in 2014) Cadillac stands as one of America’s oldest automotive brands and a cornerstone of luxury vehicle manufacturing. Named after French explorer Antoine Laumet de La Mothe, sieur de Cadillac, who founded Detroit in 1701, the brand has shaped automotive history for over 120 years. The company operates as the luxury division of General Motors. Cadillac vehicles compete in the premium segment…