BMW
BMW is a well-known German luxury car manufacturer and is also the parent company of Mini and Rolls-Royce Motor Cars. Originally it was established as an engine producer under the name Rapp Motorenwerke, the company rebranded iytself to Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) in 1917. This changewas the beginning of its journey towards becoming a global automotive powerhouse. In 1922, BMW merged with Bayerische Flugzeug-Werke, an aircraft company, to expand its capabilities and reach.
Today, BMW Group is a renowned player in the automotive industry, owning not only the BMW brand but also the the high-end Rolls-Royce and the iconic Mini. Additionally, BMW Motorrad which stands at the company's motorcycle division, is part of this impressive portfolio.
The Volkswagen Group
The Volkswagen Group, a prominent German automotive giant, owns a diverse array of well-known vehicle brands. It's headquarters stand in Wolfsburg, Germany. Surprisingly,it holds a majority share in Audi, Scania, and Porsche, it has a significant influence in both the luxury and commercial vehicle markets. In addition to that, the group wholly owns Skoda Auto, Lamborghini, and Ducati, further expanding its arms across various segments of the automotive industry. the various range of subsidies include- Bugatti, Traton, MAN, IAV, Renk, WirelessCar, Lamborghini, Porsche, Ducati, Scania, Skoda, Audi, Seat, and MOIA. Volkswagen is headquatered in in Wolfsburg, Lower Saxony, German.
Toyota Motor Corporation
Toyota Motor Corporation is a a global automotive leader, It was founded in 1937 by Kiichiro Toyoda, over the years, Toyota has grown into a vast conglomerate with a diverse portfolio. As a parent company, Toyota owns several prominent brands, including Lexus, its luxury vehicle division, and Daihatsu, known for its small cars. Additionally, Toyota owns Hino Motors, which specialises in commercial vehicles and trucks.
Toyota’s influence extends beyond these wholly owned subsidiaries. The company holds significant stakes in other automakers, such as a 20% share in Subaru Corporation and smaller stakes in Mazda, Suzuki, and Isuzu
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