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AM General is the heavy industry specialist that put the American military on wheels. Spun off from AMC in 1971, it created the iconic HMMWV (Humvee). When Arnold Schwarzenegger demanded a civilian version, AM General obliged with the Hummer H1, creating the ultimate symbol of street-legal military excess.
American Motors Corporation (AMC) was the scrappy underdog that dared to fight Detroit's Big Three. Formed by the desperate merger of Nash and Hudson, it survived by being different. From the quirky Gremlin to the revolutionary Jeep Cherokee, AMC invented segments the giants were too slow to see.
Ford isn't just a car company; it's the architect of the American middle class. Founded by Henry Ford in 1903, it revolutionized the world with the assembly line. From the Model T to the F-150, Ford defines American automotive culture, blending blue-collar grit with cutting-edge innovation in Dearborn, Michigan.
General Motors is the colossus of the American road. Founded in 1908 by William C. Durant, it didn't just build cars; under Alfred Sloan, it invented the modern corporation. With the philosophy of "a car for every purse and purpose," GM became the world's largest automaker for 77 years, housing icons from Chevrolet to Cadillac.
Stellantis is the constellation of 14 iconic automotive brands formed by the 2021 merger of FCA (Fiat Chrysler) and PSA Group. While legally headquartered in the Netherlands, it remains the powerhouse behind America's beloved Jeep, Ram, and Dodge, combining Detroit muscle with European engineering efficiency.
Trousdale Ventures is the investment firm where automotive heritage meets future mobility. Founded by car collector Phillip Sarofim, it is best known for acquiring and reviving the legendary Meyers Manx brand. Unlike typical VCs, Trousdale invests with an enthusiast's heart, backing emotional mobility like Vanderhall.
Volkswagen AG is the colossus of European industry. Founded in 1937 to build a single "People's Car" (the Beetle), it has evolved into a global empire controlling 10 distinct brands. From the affordable Škoda to the ultra-luxury Bentley and sporty Porsche, the Wolfsburg giant builds a vehicle for every driver on Earth.
Wanxiang America is the powerful US arm of the Chinese conglomerate Wanxiang Group. Based in Illinois, it built a reputation for saving distressed American companies, most notably rescuing Fisker Automotive (reborn as Karma) and battery maker A123 Systems. It supplies parts for one in every two cars made in the US.