Vauxhall

The Vauxhall badge is based on a heraldic griffin associated with Falkes de Breauté (Fulk le Breant), the medieval figure whose crest became linked to the Vauxhall area of London; the griffin has been Vauxhall’s emblem since the early 20th century. Early badges were detailed heraldic devices; across the 20th century the griffin motif was refined into a motor‑car badge with increasingly stylized and chromed treatments. In the 21st century Vauxhall moved to cleaner, simpler renditions of the griffin and surrounding shield to suit digital and vehicle badging applications, while retaining the historic griffin figure as the core element of its identity. The griffin symbol ties the brand to its geographic and historical roots while being adapted for contemporary automotive branding.