Have you ever heard about the automotive industry in Finland? Sweden is famous for Saab and Volvo. Other Nordic countries have not become so famous. Despite this, it exists. So, we will talk about Finland. 
The story should start with Sisu. It is the largest automobile plant in Finland. Known even internationally. Year of foundation – 1931. To date, it remains independent, which is due to successful development and large-scale activities. Engaged in the production of trucks and military equipment for the Finnish army. One of the civilian trucks is Sisu Polar. 
Previously, the large manufacturer Sisu had a competitor, namely the Vanaja company. Years of existence: 1943-1968. Was engaged in the production of buses and trucks. One of the cars is Vanaja AEC 135hv. 
There is a company called ELCAT Electric Vehicles. It was founded in Järvenpää in 1990. Engaged in the production of minibuses with electric engines (belonging to the Cityvan series), golf carts. The clients are various city services. For example, buses are used by Finland Post.
In 1913, Frans Lindström created the Korvensuu microcar. He owned a small mechanical factory. France did not plan production, but wanted to show the potential of the existing enterprise. Only one microcar was produced. Now it is an exhibit of the Uusikaupunki Museum. 
The Solifer company produced mopeds in 1958-1984 and was one of the largest in all of Europe. Subsequently, production activities were curtailed. Now the organization produces caravan trailers and motorhomes on the chassis of other brands. One of the most famous models of mopeds is Turist.
Solifer had a competitor, namely the Tunturi company. The Super Sport model was produced in 1977-1987. The company was founded in 1922 and has developed successfully. However, now it is no longer producing mopeds. Now the organization produces sports training equipment.
The company Uusi Autokoriteollisuus A.B was founded in Helsinki. She planned to start producing the Wiima 296cc microcar in 1956. A prototype was presented. However, later the production of the microcar had to be abandoned. 
The electric supercar ERA was created by enthusiasts at the Helsinki University of Applied Sciences. The event occurred in 2010. The supercar participated in various competitions and even set records. However, now the supercar looks more like a racing car, and there are also sponsor stickers on the body.
The Sisu company has won the greatest fame in the world. Previously, manufactured cars were supplied even to the USSR. However, Finland is also represented by other well-known manufacturers.
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