A Brief History of Volkswagen Vehicles Origins and Early Innovations Volkswagen, a name synonymous with reliable and accessible vehicles, was established in 1937 by the German government to create a “people’s car” (Volkswagen in German). The company’s first model, designed by Ferdinand Porsche, was the Volkswagen Beetle. Officially called the Type 1, the Beetle became…
A Brief History of Audi Vehicles Origins and Early Innovations Audi’s roots date back to 1909 when August Horch founded the company after leaving his previous venture, Horch Automobil-Werke. The name “Audi” is a Latin translation of “Horch,” meaning “listen” in German. Audi quickly established itself as a pioneer in automotive engineering, with early successes…
A Brief History of BMW Vehicles Origins and Early Innovations BMW, or Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, was founded in 1916, originally producing aircraft engines. The company shifted its focus after World War I due to the Treaty of Versailles, which prohibited German companies from manufacturing aircraft engines. By 1923, BMW had transitioned to motorcycle production…
A Brief History of Mercedes-Benz Vehicles Origins and Early Innovations Mercedes-Benz, a name synonymous with luxury, innovation, and performance, traces its origins back to the late 19th century. The brand’s history began with Karl Benz, who in 1886 invented the Benz Patent Motorwagen, the world’s first gasoline-powered automobile. Simultaneously, Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach developed…