Which country does Ducati belong to?
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Ducati (Ducati Motor Holding S.p.A., NYSE: DMH) is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer, currently a brand under the German Audi Group. Main models include Ducati Monster 900, DUCATI 996, Ducati Monster 600, DUCATI 748S, Ducati DUCATI 999, Ducati 848, 1199 Panigale, road racing Desmosodici RR, DUCATI 696, etc. The Ducati logo features a new red shield graphic, symbolizing Ducati's classic track, making the motorcycle emblem more striking and unique, conveying passion, competition, and performance. The word 'Ducati' in the logo is positioned above the track, indicating that the logo is owned by Ducati. Key milestones in Ducati's development are as follows: In 1946, DUCATI introduced its first single-cylinder engine, the Cucciolo, in the company's history. In 1952, DUCATI launched its first motorcycle, the Cruiser, with an electric starter motor and automatic transmission system, with a displacement of 175cc, officially becoming a motorcycle manufacturer. In 1996, DUCATI was taken over by the PACIFIC Group from Texas, USA. In 2006, an Italian company acquired Ducati, bringing the Ducati trademark back to Italy. In April 2012, Audi officially acquired Ducati.