If you have traveled the world, then it is likely that you have come across some cars which have different names than what you are used to in your country. There are many reasons why cars have re-badged very differently in various countries. The basic reason is that nothing is lost during the translation process. Also, various countries have different languages which can be interpreted differently in another country.
1. Chevrolet Spark Or Opel Karl.
These automobiles are not identical in style, Opel Karl shares overall design, and underpinnings with Chevrolet Spark. However, the subcompact is solid under the name Vauxhall Viva in the United Kingdom. The main reason why the name is different is that to sound more appealing to the people in that region.
2. Opel Ampera-e/Chevrolet Bolt.
The opera Ampera-e is the German twin of Chevrolet Bolt. It has only minimal changes to meet its aesthetics to fit the brand name of Opel. The nameplate Ampera is also used to represent the European name of the Chevrolet Volt, and its original model takes Vauxhall brand in the United Kingdom.
3. Holden Commodore/Chevrolet SS.
Unlike most models of Chevrolet, SS is imported from Australia and is originally produced by Holden. In its home market, the automobile sports sedan is referred to as Holden Commodore. The future of Holden Commodore is not bright because Holden will stop manufacturing these automobiles in Australia.
4. Fiat Viaggio/Dodge Dart.
Unlike most models of Chevrolet, SS is imported from Australia and is originally produced by Holden. In its home market, the automobile sports sedan is referred to as Holden Commodore. The future of Holden Commodore is not bright because Holden will stop manufacturing these automobiles in Australia.
strong>5. Nissan Skyline/Infiniti Q50 & Q60.
Infiniti Q70 takes a different nameplate in Japan as Nissan Fuga. This car was known as Infiniti M which is known as the flagship of Infiniti since 2006.