Mitsubishi Motor Vehicle

Mitsubishi is a historic Japanese brand that evolved from a shipping firm founded by Iwasaki Yataro in 1870. The automotive division, Mitsubishi Motors, was established as a separate entity from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in 1970. Since then, it has become a global player in the automotive industry, known for its SUVs and off-road engineering.

In terms of ownership, Mitsubishi Motors is a member of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance. As of the current trajectory moving into 2026, the company operates with Nissan as a significant shareholder. Manufacturing is decentralized, with major production hubs located in Japan, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines to serve various international markets.