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What car is represented by a plus sign and a snake?

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AndersonMarie
07/30/25 1:25am

A plus sign and a snake represent the Alfa Romeo car brand. Alfa Romeo is an Italian automobile manufacturer and a brand under the Fiat Group. Alfa Romeo's models include: Alfa Romeo Giulia, Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Alfa Romeo Tonale, Alfa Romeo 4C, Mito, and others. Taking the Alfa Romeo Stelvio as an example, it is a mid-size SUV with exterior dimensions of 4686mm in length, 1903mm in width, and 1693mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2818mm. The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 206kW and a maximum torque of 400Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

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AndresDella
08/15/25 7:05am

A friend asked me the same question the other day. That logo with the plus sign and the snake is Alfa Romeo, an Italian brand. When I was traveling in Milan, I made a special trip to their museum. The red cross on the left is the emblem of Milan, and the snake on the right comes from the coat of arms of the local noble Visconti family. The brand was founded in 1910 and has produced many classic sports cars. Nowadays, the Giulia sedan and Stelvio SUV are commonly seen in China. Although it's a niche brand, it has a very distinctive look—you can't help but take a second glance when you spot one on the street. The handling is quite sporty, with a firm chassis setup that provides excellent stability in corners, though the rear seat space is indeed a bit tight. The interior uses high-quality materials and has a somewhat artistic design. If you're considering buying a used one, make sure to check the maintenance records, as imported parts can take a while to arrive.

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BrooklynFitz
10/20/25 7:01am

You must be referring to Alfa Romeo. I was initially drawn to this car because of its emblem—the cross with a serpent design is truly unique. The brand has a glorious history in motorsports, having won multiple F1 championships last century. Driving it feels incredibly agile, with the steering wheel being particularly light and responsive. The car remains exceptionally stable during high-speed cornering, and the chassis gives a solid, road-hugging feel. However, there are obvious drawbacks: the electronic systems occasionally act up—once, the dashboard suddenly displayed a bunch of error codes. Maintenance costs are about 30% higher than average brands, and the mechanic mentioned some parts are shared with Maserati. The interior space isn’t particularly spacious, but the leather seats offer excellent support, making long drives comfortable without back pain. The air conditioning, on the other hand, is impressively powerful.

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DeBeau
12/03/25 7:33am

The Alfa Romeo logo features a cross representing Milan and a serpent, the emblem of the Visconti family. This brand has an illustrious racing history, winning the inaugural F1 championship in 1950. The current designer stated the serpent motif symbolizes power and rebirth. Though Alfa Romeo has limited 4S dealerships in China, the used car market offers many 2017 Giulia models. The engine sound is exhilarating - a beast-like growl during cold starts. Downsides include high fuel consumption (11L/100km urban driving for the 2.0T) and road noise on coarse asphalt due to selective tire performance. Recently while inspecting a used car for a friend, I noticed sunroof tracks are prone to jamming - a key area to check when purchasing pre-owned models.

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