Since we have entered the age of automobiles, we have hardly ever looked back. And since the invention of the automobile, we have made great progress in the field of auto technology. Some manufacturers have fared better in comparison to others in regards to innovation and design, and it is by these two factors that these car manufacturers have created a reputation as the best and have made more revenues than others in recent years.
Every year these leading car brands launch new models with the intention of making transportation faster and easier. Many of these manufacturers deliver more exceptional style and luxury. All of these factors create a higher market enthusiasm for these brands and the greater the features and the sales, the easier it is to separate the best from the rest. In this article, we present to you the top ten car manufacturers that are all set to make a mark. Read further to know more.
10 Kia
Partly owned by the Hyundai group, Kia is a South Korean car manufacturer that has occupied the second spot amongst car makers in its home country and is making much progress in Europe and North America. The growth trajectory of this carmaker qualifies it to be the brand to look out for. Kia vehicles such as Sportage and Rio facilitated a 9.6% hike in sales for the company. Kia excels at compact and budget-friendly cars that provide surprisingly great performance.
9 Toyota
Toyota which is a Japanese carmaker and the world’s largest manufacturer of automobiles will continue to rake in the profits.
Toyota has a known presence almost all over the world. Toyota has a whole lineup of new models which are new and improved versions of its earlier models. The Toyota price range starts at $15,635 and goes up to $33,500. These may seem like great amounts, but these are a fair price to pay for some of the world’s best cars.
8 Nissan
With the launch of multiple hatchbacks and compact cars under the banner of the Infiniti luxury brand in the upcoming year, Nissan is sure to make waves. This Japanese company is quickly expanding into growing markets with the Datsun model and is sure to rake in greater revenues this year. Nissan is known for the perfect balance of style and performance which is the driving force behind its popularity. The Nissan Versa S Sedan is currently the most cost-friendly hatchback car; priced at $12,780.
7 Fiat Chrysler (FCA)
Founded in 2014 by Walter P. Chrysler, Fiat Chrysler is an MNC and the 7
th largest manufacturer of automobiles in the world. While the brand is relatively new, it has managed to achieve much in regards to
innovation and automobile technology in a few short years. With total assets of 49.02 billion as of 2017, it’s easy to understand how Fiat Chrysler is one of the world’s leading car brands. As of 2017, Fiat Chrysler has established itself among the
top ten car manufacturers in the world.
6 BMW
If you are planning to purchase a new car and brand name reliability along with performance and design excellence are the qualities you look for; look no further than BMW. The BMW brand has been around since 1917 and has only grown from strength to strength. Today BMW has assets worth 188.535 billion Euros and has revenue of 94.163 billion. It is easy to see how this car manufacturer has the means to put out the best cars on the market and effectively does so.
5 Volkswagen
This German automotive company has been around since before the 2
nd World War, and it has effectively survived Germany’s darkest years to come out stronger and better. Volkswagen is a widely-favored car among the middle class in North America and is a known name almost everywhere else in the world. Volkswagen manufactures buses, trucks, and vans in addition to a wide range of cars.
4 Ford
Ford is an American brand that gets credit for being the pioneer in the field of large-scale auto manufacture, and with the advantage of a head start such as this, Ford has dominated the car market for 80 years since its establishment in 1903. Today the Ford brand is a beloved name in North America and is making its presence known all over the world. Ford launched multiple models in 2017 which are sure to gain even greater traction.
3 Honda Motor Company
This Japanese car brand has assets worth 18.22 trillion Yen and revenues worth 14.60 trillion yen. The Honda Motor Company has an overwhelming presence in Asia, and its market share in western countries is no laughing matter. Honda is known for innovation and technology that is ahead of its time and is definitely a brand name that you can rely on.
2 Hyundai
Hyundai is another South Korean entry on this list with a reputation and sales figures that exceed Kia, our earlier entry. Founded in 1967, Hyundai is a known name in almost all of Asia and has made great strides into the western markets in a few short years. Hyundai started selling cars in the United States in 1986, and since then there has been no looking back for this automotive manufacturing giant. Hyundai boasts of total assets of 125.6 billion USD as of 2017 and revenues of 76 billion USD. Hyundai launches new and updated car models almost every year, so you can look forward to buying a Hyundai car.
1 Daimler
Daimler owns different automotive companies like Mercedes AMG, Mercedes Benz, Mercedes Bharat, Mitsubishi Fuso, and Setra. Hence, it’s easy to see how Daimler finds a place on our list of the
world’s best car manufacturers to look out for. Daimler possesses assets worth 235.118 billion Euros and has impressive revenue of 153.261 billion Euros. The numbers of popular cars that fall under the Daimler banner are too many to name; however, the luxurious Mercedes Benz is sure to ring a bell.
