Maserati is an Italian luxury car manufacturer that was founded in Bologna in 1914 by five brothers: Carlo, Bindo, Alfieri, Ettore, and Ernesto Maserati. The company started out as a car repair workshop, but soon began producing its own vehicles.
The first Maserati car, the Tipo 26, was designed by Alfieri Maserati and debuted in 1926. It was a racing car that was successful in competitions throughout Europe. Over the next few decades, Maserati continued to produce high-performance sports cars and race cars.
In 1937, the company was purchased by the Orsi family and moved to Modena, where it remains headquartered to this day. During World War II, Maserati focused on producing components for the Italian war effort, but resumed car production after the war.
In the 1950s, Maserati became known for its successful racing cars, including the 250F Formula One car, which won the championship in 1957 with driver Juan Manuel Fangio. The company also produced high-end sports cars for the road, such as the iconic Maserati 3500 GT.
In the 1960s and 1970s, Maserati experienced financial difficulties and was sold to a number of different owners. During this time, the company produced a range of sports cars and luxury sedans, including the Ghibli, Quattroporte, and Bora.
In 1993, Maserati was purchased by Fiat, which invested heavily in the brand and launched a series of new models, including the 3200 GT and the Quattroporte IV. In 2005, Maserati was sold to the luxury brand group, Ferrari, which is also owned by Fiat.
Today, Maserati continues to produce high-performance sports cars and luxury sedans, including the GranTurismo, GranCabrio, Levante, and Ghibli. The brand has a reputation for producing stylish and powerful vehicles, and remains one of the most recognizable luxury car brands in the world.
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