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Why do some cars have different names in different countries?
The most common reasons are language and cultural sensitivity issues. Nobody wants to sell a car that might cause offence in a local market, with the Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero being perhaps the best example of this. Legal concern is another reason why a car might be sold under a different name in a different country.
What are 3 different vehicle types?
Vehicle Types, Car Body Styles Explained
- SEDAN. A sedan has four doors and a traditional trunk.
- COUPE. Mercedes-Benz.
- SPORTS CAR. These are the sportiest, hottest, coolest-looking coupes and convertibles—low to the ground, sleek, and often expensive.
- STATION WAGON.
- HATCHBACK.
- CONVERTIBLE.
- SPORT-UTILITY VEHICLE (SUV)
- MINIVAN.
What is the difference between the make of a car and the model of a car?
Simply put, the make is the brand of the car and the model is the specific product. Think of Oreos. Nabisco is the brand; Oreos are the specific product.
What cars are made in what countries?
Car Brands – Country of Origin
Car Brand | Country of Origin |
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Abarth | Italy |
Alfa Romeo | Italy |
Aston Martin | England |
Audi | Germany |
What is Mondeo called in USA?
Ford Mondeo | |
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Manufacturer | Ford |
Also called | Ford Contour (North America, 1994–2000) Mercury Mystique (North America, 1994–2000) Ford Fusion (Americas, 2012–2020) |
Production | 1992–present |
Body and chassis |
What is type of vehicle means?
Vehicle type means a category of power-driven vehicles which do not differ in essential engine/vehicle and OBD system characteristics. This applies to both the towing vehicle and trailer.
What type of vehicle is a car?
Vehicles include wagons, bicycles, motor vehicles (motorcycles, cars, trucks, buses), railed vehicles (trains, trams), watercraft (ships, boats), amphibious vehicles (screw-propelled vehicle, hovercraft), aircraft (airplanes, helicopters, aerostat) and spacecraft.
What does it mean by vehicle make?
A car’s make is the company that manufactured the car, such as Ford, Nissan, Honda, GMC or Tesla.
Why do car models have different names in different countries?
If you have done some traveling around the world, it’s likely you’ve seen the same cars abroad except with different names than what you’re used to in North America. There are numerous reasons why car models are rebadged for different countries, one of which is to make sure nothing gets lost in translation.
Can the make and model of a car be used separately?
The make and model are used to describe a specific car and are frequently used together, but can sometimes be used separately. Search Subscribe
Is the model year the same as the year the car?
The model year of a vehicle can be tricky because it’s usually not the same year the car was manufactured. Model years are important, as the design of a vehicle can undergo a huge change from one year to the next. Also, model years are grouped into generations.
Why do car manufacturers use the same platform for multiple models?
If a manufacturer can sell many different models of cars using the same platform, it’s going to make a profit easier than it would if every model had different bones underneath. This is especially true when the same platform is shared between pricey luxury models and more mainstream models that must strictly adhere to a specific price point.