Why are car models different in other 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.

Does Ford sell the same models across countries or do they customize models for specific countries?

Chevy and Ford, like many other car manufacturers, have different models for sale that vary from country to country. However, while they may have different given names, you can see a lot of similarities between these various models.

Are cars built differently for different climates?

4 Answers. There will be some differences in the car trim levels; for example, cars in hot countries probably wouldn’t come with block heaters, while cars destined for cold countries wouldn’t come with air conditioning (don’t fact-check this, it’s just an example!).

Why do European cars look different?

The style and construction of vehicles differs between North America and the Continent differs because of values between aesthetics and function. Due to cultural aspects, a manufacturer of a European car will take pride in its appearance.

Why do auto manufacturers recommend using different viscosities of engine oil in cold and hot climate?

At low temperatures, it is better to choose an oil with a low viscosity grade in order to facilitate circulation of the lubricant in your vehicle during a cold engine start; Engine oil with a higher grade will be more resistant in the sensitive parts (hot areas) of the engine.

What car is Japanese?

The automotive industry in Japan is one of the most prominent and largest industries in the world. Japanese automotive manufacturers include Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Suzuki, Isuzu, Daihatsu, and Mitsuoka.

Why do some car manufacturers have different names for the same model?

There’s another common reason for why some manufacturers have different names for the same models: words mean different things depending on the language. The tough, all conquering Mitsubishi Pajero is called the Montero in Spain. That’s because Pajero in Spanish means…well, translate it yourself. Mazda also made the same mistake in Spain.

Why did Toyota change the name of their cars?

Toyota felt this name change was important to establish the car as modern and high-class, in order to grow their brand and gain new customers. And they were right, as sales increased. A name change can happen for other reasons, too. Renault, for example, doesn’t own the ‘Clio’ name in Japan—Honda does.

Should you change the look of your car?

As a general rule of thumb, car buyers don’t like change. Changing the look of a car too drastically can scare or confuse buyers away. However, sometimes a change is needed in order to appeal to different consumers worldwide. For example, the Toyota Corolla was, for a long time, one of the most popular small cars.