• TWeaK@lemm.ee
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    1 year ago

    They are a thing. Many manufacturers outsource some of their production to poorer countries, these factories end up starting up their own brand and produce their own vehicles alongside those of the main manufacturer (who supplies components from engines to dashboard switchgear). For example, Dacia is a knock off Renault.

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        1 year ago

        Yes it is. It’s still a knock off Renault, though, in contrast with relationships like VW/Seat/Audi/Skoda which is more of a conglomerate where they all have the same base models, even if some brands are seen as more premium than the others.

        For the life of me I can’t think of any other examples of budget brands right now. I remember one for Suzuki motorbikes that I’m pretty sure is a separate company that also manufactures Suzuki under license, but can’t remember the name. I’m sure there are loads out there.