13. Magneti Marelli (Estimated Value: $7.6 billion)
If we dissected the Formula 1 car, we would see that it is nothing like any ordinary road cars. This car is not just about running the engine. There are a lot more to it, including its electronic system. And since the hybrid era, electronic system has been a crucial part to the car. Thus, choosing the right supplier for electrical components is also crucial.
Magneti Marelli is the main supplier for engine related electronic components for F1 teams which do not develop their own. It is the subsidiary of FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles). According to Forbes, FCA has $10.4 billion of market cap. And Magneti Marelli contributes to more than half of it: $7.6 billion.
The Italian company is one of the biggest in the world. More than forty thousand employees work at its headquarter in Corbetta, Italy, and worldwide 85 manufacturing plants, 12 research and development centers, and 26 application centers.
Founded in 1919, Magneti Marelli has also been developing electronic systems for World Rally Championship and all MotoGP classes.
