You can learn more about our selection of companies, including how they started and where they are today.
Audi’s story began with August Horch, a name dispute, and a fresh start in 1909–1910. It grew through the four-brand Auto Union merger that created the famous rings, then moved into the modern era under Volkswagen Group ownership. This overview covers Audi’s key milestones, defining ideas like quattro and TDI, major challenges, and where the brand stands today as it expands its electric lineup and prepares for Formula One.
BMW began in Bavaria during the aviation-engine era and evolved into one of the world’s best-known premium mobility groups. This article covers BMW’s verified origins, key people, defining moments, major growth milestones, setbacks, acquisitions, and the company’s shift toward electrification and new technology—bringing the story from 1916 to where BMW stands today.
Ace Hardware began in 1924 when Chicago hardware owners teamed up to buy in bulk. Discover key milestones, major acquisitions, and how the co-op grew over time.
Shelby American began in the early 1960s with Carroll Shelby’s race-first vision: a lightweight car with American V8 power. This overview covers key milestones like the Cobra, the Daytona Coupe era, the Shelby Mustang GT350, and the modern Shelby lineup, plus the registry, parts business, and licensing that keep the legacy moving forward.
John Deere is the brand name most people know, but the company name is Deere & Company. It began with a simple tool that solved a real farm problem. Over time, it grew into one of the best known names in farm equipment.
Massey Ferguson’s story runs from 1847 roots in Canada to global growth through major mergers and breakthrough ideas like the Ferguson system. This overview covers the brand’s defining moments, times of trouble, AGCO ownership, and modern product lines—plus a detailed timeline and verified facts.
Canadian Tire started in 1922 as a tire-focused retailer and grew into a multi-banner Canadian retail and financial services company. This overview covers key milestones like Canadian Tire Money, Triangle Rewards, major acquisitions, and what the company is focused on today.
A quick, story-style look at Menards, from its Wisconsin roots to a major home improvement retailer, with key milestones and defining moments.
A clear, timeline-driven look at Lowe’s—from a small 1921 hardware store to a nationwide home improvement retailer, plus major turning points and rivals.
A clear, timeline-led overview of The Home Depot’s founders, growth, key acquisitions, major challenges, and what may come next.