Mitsubishi Car History

The origins of the Mitsubishi car can be traced back to 1917, when Mitsubishi Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. produced the Mitsubishi Model A car. The car was completely hand-built and only 22 were made.

In 1934, The Mitsubishi Heavy Industries was created after a series of mergers. But at the end of world war two, the company was split in three with a focus on motor vehicle development. During the 1960`s Mitsubishi moved into family car production. In 1964, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries was formed.

In 1970, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) was formed. In 1971, Chrysler took a 15% share in the company, but this later lead to some friction. By 1980, production had exceeded one million cars a year.

In 1988, Mitsubishi Motors went public. Expansion into other countries quikly followed. Chrysler eventually sold its interest in Mitsubishi Motors.



Car History

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