In the world there are a huge number of brands of cars, some of them are known all over the world. Machines became an integral part of the needs of mankind, the first modifications were created by enthusiasts and craftsmen, and later the release of vehicles received a wide scope and mass production. All over the world there are at least 500 automobile brands (these are only those that are operated outside the borders of one country). Consider the features of the logos of the most popular of them.
Chinese car brands
Below are the most popular brands from the Middle Kingdom and a brief description of them:
- Chery. The emblem of this brand traces the letter “A” in the form of an ellipse. In addition, the icon symbolizes the outline of the hands, which are characterized by unity and strength.
- FAW. The full version of the abbreviation is First Automobile Works. Also on the nameplate there is a symbolic image of the eagle for the Chinese. In fact, it is a company that spreads its wings and confidently conquers space.
- Geely. The corporation was established in 1986. The Chinese car brand has an emblem with a white wing of a bird on a background of mountains and blue sky. The name itself, in one interpretation, translates as "happiness."
- Great Wall. In Russian, the company name is “The Great Wall”. This patriotic name is embodied in the logo of the brand, resembling the battlement of the Chinese wall. It personifies the style, grace and high technology of the manufactured equipment.
- Lifan At this enterprise of the Chinese automobile industry, an icon depicting three sailboats was chosen. In translation, the name of the company is “running on full sail”.
Japanese car brands
The emblem of the famous Honda Corporation is made in the form of a stylized letter “H” based on a square with rounded corners. The letter symbolizes the name of the founder of the company Honda Soichiro.
The Toyota brand has a multifaceted logo, representing three ellipses. Two of them are intertwined in the form of the letter "T". There are several interpretations of this symbol. In one of them, they notice a thread put on a needle (a mention of the weaving past of the company). In another interpretation - they see combined hearts (driver and vehicle), which are surrounded by a common ellipse.
Mitsubishi In translation, the name of this brand is three diamonds. They are depicted on the emblem of the corporation and the family coat of arms of its creator, Iwasaki. It is noteworthy that the icon has not undergone changes since its inception, it is quite common in the domestic market.
The Nissan car brand has an emblem with the image of the rising sun and the brand name inscribed in the middle. Interpretation of the meaning of the logo is sincerity leading to success. One of the oldest Japanese companies has been holding this brand for over 80 years.
Suzuki. This concern at the beginning of development was engaged in the production of looms and motorcycles. On the nameplate there is a modified letter S.
US cars
Car brands with T-shaped badges, transformed into a sword configuration, belong to Tesla, which produces the most famous electric car. It is named after the physicist from Serbia Nikola Tesla.
The logo of the popular American brand Pontiac posted a red arrow, which is located between a pair of impressive air intakes.
On the Chrysler badge there is an image of peculiar wings, emphasizing the swiftness and strength of the cars produced. The corporation has been operating since 1924 and includes a number of well - known automobile brands.
The Cadillac logo looks stylish. In the center of the nameplate is the family coat of arms of the founders, who were one of the founders of the US industrial capital, Detroit.
There is information that the emblem for the Chevrolet brand was chosen by the owner of the corporation, William Derant, having copied it from the wallpaper pattern in one of the hotels in France.
A little more about American brands
The manufacturers of the Buick car brand have repeatedly changed the style of their logo with intricate shapes. On a modern nameplate in a circle are three diagonal silver coats of arms. They symbolize the three most successful modifications.
The former Hummer military jeep has an uncomplicated badge on which the name of the car is embossed in a simple font. The emblem is located on the radiator eight-way grille.
GMC has been operating for over 100 years. The brand logo is rather restrained, it is a red abbreviation of the company.
The Ford brand icon depicts a familiar ellipse with the name of the founder (Henry Ford) on a blue background in capital font.
German cars
The Mercedes-Benz car brand specializes in the production of cars of various classes, as well as trucks and buses. The logo uses three rays in the form of a star placed in a circle. These elements symbolize excellence on land, in water and air, as the company also produces power units for aviation and water transport.
The Bavarian automobile corporation BMW began its activity with the production of products for the flight industry. In this regard, initially on the nameplate of the enterprise there was a propeller. Then came a circle with a wide black border. The inside of the logo is divided into four sectors in a checkerboard pattern (a pair of blue compartments, and the other two parts - silver color). In the first case, the colors symbolize the flag of Bavaria, and silver shades - steel.
Other car brands from Germany
Since machines made in Germany are a symbol of quality all over the world, you need to pay attention to other well-known manufacturers from this country:
- Audi car brand badges reflect the merger of four firms. This is expressed through four chrome rings. The second decoding of the symbol is the designation of car wheels.
- Designers from Opel settled on a kind of "lightning" indicating the speed and speed of the vehicle. The initial version of the logo also had the word “blitz”, which was then removed from the general concept.
- For Volkswagen, the logo was designed by Xavier Raimspis for a prize of one hundred marks. It is an original layout of the letters W and V.
United Kingdom
The famous Rover brand was created in the 19th century. The general configuration of the emblem is made in the style of the Vikings. Various weapons appeared on the image. In the modern variation on the sign there is a golden boat with a red sail on a black background.
Rolls-Royce Corporation produces premium vehicles. On her badge there are two letters R, placed one above the other with a slight offset. The creators of the company (Charles Rolls and Frederick Royce) immortalized their names in the logo back in 1904. Almost 100 years later, BMW bought the attribute, having spent over 40 million pounds on it.
Aston Martin The first emblem of this brand was the intertwining letters A and M. Later on the nameplate appeared wings identifying speed, as a feature of the car brand of this manufacturer. One of the options for the emblem was supplemented by the name of the owner David Brown.
France
The Renault brand has chosen for itself a stylized diamond on a yellow background. The author of the emblem invested prosperity and optimism in his future development.
The logo of the French brand Peugeot depicts a lion in three dimensions, which is a symbol of dynamics. The manufacturer is known in Russia, its products are characterized by a low content of harmful substances in the exhaust gases.
The Citroen badge contains heraldic meaning. Its creator began his career as a steam engine repairman. As a result, a pair of military chevrons appeared on the logo, talking about significant experience.
Italy
Enzo Ferrari, founder of Ferrari Corporation, has been developing the logo for a long time. Initially, there was a horse on it (or rather, a prancing stallion), then the letter SF was added. Also present in the logo are yellow, in honor of the banner of Milan. In the latter version, the colors of the national flag began to be indicated in the upper part.
The designers of the Turin company Fiat also experimented with their corporate badge, making it in a square and round design. As a result, they combined both elements by placing them in the inner part of the company name. Symbols notifies developers of their offspring pride, taking into account many years of experience.
Alfa Romeo has a logo, which consists of a red cross on a white background and a snake eating a man. The first element is included in the coat of arms of Milan, and the second part is an exact copy of the heraldry of the Visconti dynasty.
Other European manufacturers
Below are the car brands (badges and names) of other popular manufacturers from Europe:
- Bentley On the nameplate, the main element is the letter B, framed by wings. Thus, manufacturers wanted to indicate the speed, strength and independence of their machines. It is noteworthy that for racing models, a green color frame is provided, a black shade characterizes powerful versions, and more sophisticated modifications - in a green color.
- Dacia. That was the name of the territory of modern Romania. The plant itself is located in the city of Pitesti. The first version of the company logo resembled a dragon scale. The modern logo resembles the letter D, and the name is written on its straight horizontal line in full. The silver shade testifies to belonging to the Renault enterprise.
- What brand of car is one of the most status in Europe? Many experts believe that this is Maybach. The brand logo is two letters M of different sizes that intersect with each other. Decoding - “Maybach-Manufactory”.
Korean firms
The icon of the popular Hyundai brand symbolizes the idea of cooperation. Developers position the capital letter H as two partners shaking hands. Company name translation is a new time.
The name of the Kia car brand, like many well-known modern brands, uses an ellipse with letters on the emblem. They are part of a phrase that translates as entry into the Asian world.
SsangYong chose a logo for itself with a stylized display of the wings and claws of a dragon. Brand name translation - two dragons.
Domestic brands
Below we consider the features of the emblems of Russian companies:
- WHA. An updated emblem was selected in 1994. It is a silver ellipse with a rook in the center. Even later, a blue background appeared on the badge, as well as the letters V and B. The boat symbolizes the peculiarity of the region, because in ancient times, cargo and passengers in the region could be delivered only by this transport.
- We will continue to study the characteristics of automobile brands in Russia by the no less well-known GAZ company. The logo of this plant in its original design resembled the Ford counterpart. The modern emblem is a deer on a blue background. The nameplate is used on cars, trucks and other vehicles of this manufacturer.
- UAZ. For this plant, the emblem was developed by engineer A. Rakhmanov. A bird, like the letter U, is inscribed in a circle. Also, a pentagon appeared later in the logo design. The modern analogue resembles the original version, only green and with the Latin abbreviation of the company at the bottom.
Supercars
The following is a list of supercar brands:
- The Maserati logo has a Neptune trident. The company was established in Bologna by six brothers. From the coat of arms of the city to the color of the logo, red and blue turned.
- On the nameplate of a Lotus car, you can see the initials of the founder of the company, Anthony Bruce Colin Champan on a yellow and green background.
- The Lexus brand's main badge is a curved letter L, enclosed in an oval, symbolizing luxury.
- Lamborghini: This brand has an original emblem in black and gold with a bull in the center.
- Lancia. This company has its own logo has undergone several transformations in terms of configuration and color design. Filling in the form of a shield, a rudder and a flag on a spear remained constant.