BMW

Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW AG, Bavarian Motor Works in English) was founded on March 7th, 1916, by Josef Franz Popp and originally made engines for aircraft. The company then started to make motorcycles in 1923, followed by cars in 1928. BMW today is known for their bikes and luxury cars. BMW owns the Mini brand and is also the parent company of Rolls-Royce.