Top Car Companies in the World and Their Rankings
Over the years, many major companies have competed for the top spot in the global automotive ranking. While some of us may prefer specific car brands over others, there are certain companies whose prominence in the industry cannot be denied. Let's take a look at the best car manufacturers and their rankings in ascending order.
5th Place: Hyundai Motors
Hyundai Motors is a South Korean automotive company founded in 1967 by Chung Ju-yung, and it includes Kia Motors. Currently, it ranks fifth in the world, although it is facing some challenges due to the strength of the Korean won.
- Country of Origin: South Korea
- Units Sold Last Year: 7.71 million
- Number of Employees: 249,366
4th Place: Renault-Nissan Alliance
The Renault-Nissan Alliance was established in 1999 by Carlos Ghosn. This partnership has increased sales over the years, leading to its current fourth-place ranking.
- Country of Origin: France, Japan
- Units Sold Last Year: 8.47 million
- Number of Employees: 450,000
3rd Place: General Motors
General Motors is an American automotive company founded in 1908 by William Durant. Currently managed by Mary Barra, this year has been one of the best for the company, despite producing only four models.
- Country of Origin: United States
- Units Sold Last Year: 9.92 million
- Number of Employees: 216,000
2nd Place: Volkswagen Group
Volkswagen, a German automotive company established in 1937, translates to "people's car." The company was able to seize second place from General Motors and is expected to take the lead in the coming year.
- Country of Origin: Germany
- Units Sold Last Year: 10.1 million
- Number of Employees: 592,586
1st Place: Toyota Motor
Toyota Motor is a Japanese automotive company founded in 1937 by Kiichiro Toyoda and is currently led by Akio Toyoda. Toyota remains the world's largest automotive manufacturer, despite the yen's depreciation in the market, though it is expected to drop to second place in this year's statistics.
- Country of Origin: Japan
- Units Sold Last Year: 10.2 million
- Number of Employees: 330,000
