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Fiat is one of the oldest car manufacturers which has witnessed a long history of car industry from 19th century industrialization to 21st century globalization. It’s a known fact that in the 19th century when the car industry was actually taking its frame, Fiat was among very few manufacturers which made a smashing start and revolutionized the industry.

The history of Fiat dates back to 1899 when the company was founded on July 11 at Palazzo Bricherasio. The name of the company came from the term FIAT that stands for Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino, Italian Car Factory of Turin. This was a time of Italian industrialization and from then the car manufacturer extensively spread its wings in different countries.

The first Fiat factory was inaugurated in 1900 in Corso Dante in Italy where at that time about 150 workers were employed who were involved in manufacturing of 24 cars. The original Fiat logo with an oval shape on a blue background was designed by Biscaretti and was adopted by the company in 1904. Later on, the Fiat logo was restructured with new styling and designing of the car.

Fiat then gradually expanded its network worldwide. Fiat ventured the U.S. market with the name Fiat Automobile Co. in 1908. Later in 1916, the company started establishment of its new factory at Lingotto under the direction of Giacomo Matte Trucco. This stylish and innovative factory with futuristic test track became the emblem of the Italian automotive industry. The factory completely got established in the year 1922.

Later in 1916 the company started establishment of its new factory at Lingotto under the direction of Giacomo Matte Trucco. This stylish and innovative factory with futuristic test track became the emblem of the Italian automotive industry. The factory completely got established in the year 1922.

In the meantime, Fiat also entered new sectors including steel industry, railway sector, electricity sector, and public transportation sector. During the war the company had supplied many types of equipment to the army. After the war there was crisis in the country and the entire economy was transforming. In 1923, Fiat somehow managed to resume its growth because of the cost-curbing policies that was introduced later. Thereafter, many new car models were introduced and among the whole list about 509 cars were the first cars with four seats.

As and when the company started growing, it gradually introduced new policies and schemes for development of both the company as well as the employees. The company joined hands with numerous organizations for the welfare of its employees and provides them services like health care, free education, and sports club.