1. Britain
   Italy
2. France
   Mexico

While Bugatti is most definitely a French automaker, it was founded in Molsheim, which in 1909 was German. Ettore Bugatti, its​ founder, was born in Italy. Of course, Bugattis have always been known for amazing designs and breathtaking performance, a tradition still alive today.

1. Canada
   United States
2. England
   China

Henry Ford didn't invent the automobile, despite many people thinking he did, but the American did create a company that brought cars to the masses. Ford is based out of Dearborn, Michigan, despite having offices and factories all over the world.

1. Australia
   Germany
2. United States
   Italy

Adam Opel founded his namesake company in 1862, but, at first, it made sewing machines. From there, it moved into bicycles and then cars. The company is still based out of Russelsheim am Main, Germany.

1. India
   Brazil
2. England
   Mexico

Jaguar traces its roots as a brand to 1935. The automaker has its headquarters in Whitley, which is in the Selby district of North Yorkshire, England. Tata Motors of India currently owns Jaguar Land Rover.

1. Scotland
   Ireland
2. South Africa
   United States

Officially called Carroll Shelby International, after its founder, the company operates out of Nevada. The Shelby brand and Ford have a long-standing and mutually-beneficial relationship.

1. Italy
   Portugal
2. Germany
   Denmark

Ferdinand Porsche was the founder of Porsche, which he started in Stuttgart, Germany. In the aftermath of World War II, he was forced to move operations elsewhere, but the company did relocate to the same city where it's based today.

1. Spain
   Denmark
2. Brazil
   Portugal

SEAT stands for Sociedad Esspanola de Automoviles de Turismo. The company's head offices are in Martorell, Catalonia, Spain. The national government founded the company in 1950 and still owns and operates it.

1. Portugal
   Italy
2. Romania
   France

Alfieri Maserati founded his car company in Bologna, Italy, in 1914. Today, Modena, Italy, is home of the Maserati brand. It is owned by Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, which is an American-Italian company.

1. Australia
   Belgium
2. Canada
   Chile

In 1856, Holden started out as a saddlery in Adelaide, South Australia. It progressed from that to making vehicle upholstery, then body shells, and finally, entire cars. Today, the brand is based out of Port Melbourne and is owned by General Motors.

1. Mongolia
   South Korea
2. North Korea
   China

Kia Motor Corporation has its headquarters is Seoul and is the second-largest automaker out of South Korea. In 1944, the company started out making steel tubing for bicycles. It worked with a number of foreign automakers, including Honda and Mazda, before making its own cars.

1. Japan
   Sweden
2. Germany
   Norway

Saab was founded in Sweden in 1945, at the close of World War II. Parent company, Saab AB, was in the business of making airplanes but wanted to design a small car, prompting a design that was unique in the market.

1. Japan
   China
2. Canada
   Portugal

With its headquarters in Minami-ku, Hamamatsu, Japan, Suzuki makes not only cars, but also motorcycles, ATVs, and more. Despite no longer selling cars in the United States, the automaker is still a force to be reckoned with in many markets.

1. Canada
   Thailand
2. England
   Russia

Land Rover launched in 1948 with the goal of bringing four-wheel-drive vehicles to discerning buyers. It has been owned by a variety of companies throughout the years, including Ford, but currently is run by Tata Motors.

1. Belgium
   France
2. Romania
   Czech Republic

In 1899, Renault emerged as an automaker. It is currently based out of Boulugne-Billancourt. It makes a whole range of cars and vans, but in the past, has manufactured buses, trucks, tractors, and other types of vehicles.

1. China
   United States
2. Japan
   Germany

Faraday Future is an interesting automaker, considering it has yet to put a single vehicle into production. Still, the Los Angeles-based company talks big about making highly advanced electric cars that will become an industry standard.

1. China
   India
2. Malaysia
   The Philippines

Formerly called TELCO, Tata Motors has been around since 1945. The company's headquarters are in bustling Mumbai, while the cars, buses, construction equipment, and other commercial vehicles it builds are used in countries around the globe.

1. United States
   Canada
2. Mexico
   Argentina

Fisker Inc., and the old defunct Fisker Automotive, both hail from California. The current brand to use the Fisker name was started in 2016 and is run out of Los Angeles. So far, it boasts one production vehicle, the EMotion, with the Orbit autonomous shuttle bus due to release soon.

1. Japan
   Finland
2. China
   South Africa

​Geely has only been around since 1986. That's surprising, considering it's a powerhouse in the Chinese automotive market, which is the largest in the world, and that Geely owns both Volvo and Lotus. Company headquarters are located in Binjiang District, Hanngzhou, Zhejiang.

1. Canada
   New Zealand
2. Ireland
   England

Formerly called the Morgan Motor Company, this automaker is actually family-owned, something that's truly unique in the auto industry. It was founded in 1910 and is based out of Malvern, Worcestershire.

1. South Korea
   Japan
2. Thailand
   Hong Kong

Most people would never suspect that Nissan's roots stretch all the way to 1933, predating World War II. Of course, the Datsun brand goes back even further to 1914, making it the first car from Japan. Corporate headquarters are in Nishi-ku, Yokohama.

1. Denmark
   Sweden
2. Holland
   Finland

Based in Angelholm, Koenigsegg has gained worldwide notoriety for making some of the most powerful and fastest production cars in modern times. That's amazing, considering the company got its start in 1994 and has only a handful of employees.

1. The Netherlands
   South Africa
2. Poland
   Russia

This boutique automaker, which crafts cars fashioned after old airplanes, is based in Zeewolde. It's been through some financially difficult times, especially after trying to save Saab, and actually stopped operating for a time before making a dramatic return to the market.

1. Switzerland
   Latvia
2. Germany
   Russia

Alpina Burkard Bovensiepen GmbH & Co. KG, the official name of the company, operates out of Buchloe, Germany. It was founded in 1965 and has gained notoriety for modifying certain BMW models, making them more luxurious and performance-oriented.

1. Canada
   Australia
2. United States
   South Africa

Most people don't realize Tesla Motors was founded in Delaware, not California, and that Elon Musk didn't start the company. That was in 2003, but today, the electric automaker operates out of Palo Alto, California, and has captivated the media and public attention for its innovative designs.

1. France
   Germany
2. England
   Scotland

Smart Automobile is pretty new to the automotive market, having been founded in 1994. Based in Boblingen, Germany, the brand is owned by Daimler, which also manages Mercedes-Benz, Sprinter, and others.

1. Norway
   Finland
2. Sweden
   Russia

Volvo has a rich and interesting history, which began in 1927. Today, the brand has undergone a transformation, moving away from boxy designs, and enjoying funding from new owner, Geely. It's still based in Gothenburg, Sweden.

1. Canada
   United States
2. New Zealand
   Ireland

In 1985, General Motors launched a different kind of car company, one that had plenty of promise to transform the market. The independent nature of the brand, which was based out of Spring Hill, Tennessee, eroded as headquarters were moved to Detroit. ​It finally went under in 2010.

1. Russia
   Georgia
2. Czech Republic
   Ukraine

Most people have no idea that Skoda has been around since 1895. Under Volkswagen Group ownership, the brand has evolved from producing strictly entry-level vehicles to more upmarket cars and crossovers. The company is based in Mlada Boleslav.

1. Spain
   Italy
2. Japan
   Mexico

Even though Lamborghini is owned by the Volkswagen Group, the automaker has retained much of its Italian flair, especially when it comes to bold designs. It was founded in 1963 by Ferrucio Lamborghini and is still based out of Sant'Agata, Bolognese.

1. Japan
   China
2. Iceland
   Turkey

Great Wall Motors Company Limited started operating in 1984, and today is the largest SUV and pickup truck manufacturer in China. Corporate headquarters are located in Baoding, Hebei, and its vehicles are sold in markets around the globe.

1. South Korea
   North Korea
2. Cuba
   Nicaragua

Founded in 1997, Proto Motors concentrated on coachbuilding as well as making sports cars. At one point, it made a custom convertible limousine for the South Korean president. The brand went under in 2017.

1. New Zealand
   Canada
2. England
   United States

In 1899, Packard Motor Car Company started operating in Detroit, a city synonymous with the auto industry in America. It was revered for creating highly luxurious models. In 1953, Packard bought struggling Studebaker, but the company failed in 1958.

1. France
   Turkey
2. Portugal
   Hungary

Citroen operates out of Saint-Ouen, France and sells cars globally. The company started up in 1919 after World War I, but today is owned by Groupe PSA, which also owns Peugeot, Opel, and Vauxhall, among other brands.

1. Canada
   England
2. Ireland
   Germany

With roots stretching all the way to 1857, few automakers are older than Vauxhall. It started out making marine engines and pumps. Today, it has its corporate headquarters in Luton, Bedfordshire, and only sells vehicles in the United Kingdom.

1. Germany
   Sweden
2. Switzerland
   Denmark

BMW was founded in 1916 and has grown to be one of the most respected automakers in the world. The company has its headquarters in Munich.