Euro 2025: The Most Famous Cars from Europe

The Women's Euros 2025 is underway! 16 European teams are competing for the coveted title, with the tournament having kicked off on Wednesday, 2^nd July and ending with the final in Switzerland on Sunday, 27^th July.

Let’s take a detour and explore the most iconic cars and manufacturers from each of the competing nations, seeing how they shape up off the pitch, taking each group in turn…

Group A

Starting strong with Norway, known for having one of the highest rates of electric cars in the world, with brands like Volkswagen, Audi, and Kia topping the list of the country’s most popular models. Meanwhile, Switzerland has its own automotive claim to fame with Monteverdi, a Swiss automaker that produced luxury sports cars from 1967 to 1982.

Finland might not be a household name for car brands, but Valmet Automotive plays a big role behind the scenes, building cars for brands like Mercedes-Benz. And then there’s Iceland, working on its own car projects, focusing on vehicles designed for its rugged terrain.

Group B

Group B doesn’t just impress in football; it’s a hub of automotive excellence too.

Spain stands out with the SEAT Ibiza and CUPRA Leon, known for their great design and sporty performance and Italy’s got the Ferrari F40, a legendary ride famous worldwide for speed and luxury. Portugal might not be famous for building cars, but it’s catching up fast in the electric vehicle world, with Kia growing its presence there.

And rounding out the group is Belgium, home to a rich automotive history. Audi’s major production facilities are based there, and the country is seeing big growth in both the electric and hybrid car markets.

Group C

Group C sure promises good football and cars!

Germany is known for some amazing cars like the BMW Series 1, Audi R8, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. These models have set high standards for quality and performance, and of course, we can’t forget about the Volkswagen Golf, a true classic, and a favourite across Europe since 1974.

Moving on, Sweden joins the group with its own icons, Volvo and Saab and while Denmark may not have major car brands, like many of its European neighbours, it’s making great progress in adopting electric vehicles and promoting sustainable transport.

Then there’s Poland, a behind-the-scenes player that’s vital to the car world. It’s a major producer of light vehicles and home to key manufacturing hubs for Volkswagen. Austria also made history with the Porsche 356. This car featured a 1.1-litre, air-cooler, four-cylinder engine from the Volkswagen Beetle and a distinctive two-part windscreen which was replaced with a single windscreen in 1952.

Group D

The final group in the tournament is Group D, featuring the Netherlands, France, Wales and our very own, England - home of JCT600.

Kicking things off with the Netherlands, it’s best known in the automotive world for DAF Trucks, a leader in commercial vehicle manufacturing that also produced a passenger car back in 1958. Then there’s France, home to the legendary Citroen 2CV, a quirky, practical car designed to carry four people and 50kg of luggage across rough terrain. There’s even a fun story that it was tested by driving over a ploughed field without breaking a single egg on board!

England takes centre stage with one of the most iconic cars in history: the Aston Martin DB5. It turned 60 in 2023 and still stands as a symbol of British style and engineering. First built in 1963, the DB5 came with design and engine upgrades over the DB4, giving it lasting power and timeless appeal.

And finally, Wales rounds out the group. While it may not produce cars directly, it plays a key role in the UK’s automotive sector, contributing through engineering, innovation, and manufacturing support that helps keep the industry moving.

We've journeyed through each group, highlighting iconic vehicles and milestones that define the automotive landscape of the countries in the Euros. Germany's BMW and Volkswagen, Spain's SEAT, Italy's Ferrari, and many more. Whether you're a football fan, a car enthusiast, or both, Euro 2025 has a blend of Europe's best sporting and automotive talents.

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