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Major Automotive Parent Companies and Their Brand Portfolios
Explore the corporate structure behind America's most popular car brands
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Cord Corporation
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Ford Motor Company
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General Motors
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Stellantis
Understanding Automotive Corporate Structure
The modern automotive industry is dominated by several major parent companies that own multiple car brands. This corporate structure allows companies to target different market segments while sharing resources, technology, and manufacturing capabilities.
Major Automotive Conglomerates:
- Ford Motor Company: Owns Ford and Lincoln luxury brand
- General Motors: Parent to Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick
- Stellantis: Formed from merger, owns Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram
- Tesla: Independent electric vehicle manufacturer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Car Brand Ownership
Who owns Ford and Lincoln?
Ford Motor Company owns both the Ford brand and the Lincoln luxury brand. Ford is one of the few major automakers that has remained independent.
What brands does General Motors own?
General Motors owns Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, and Buick in the U.S. market. GM is one of the "Big Three" American automakers.