When I lived in Tamworth on that crescent of British car manufacturers, it did make me sad how many of them are no longer around (and some have gone since then too). I've always loved cars, especially old ones, so knew who all the names were when I moved there anyway but so many people haven't a clue.
Back in the day each manufacturer had their own style too, so you could spot a car at a distance & know what make it was by the shape before it got close enough for you to see badges etc. Today, many cars are so similar that it's hard to distinguish between makes even close up.