What are examples of Greek myths?

STYX- a band popular in the 1970s and 1980s - a reference to the Styx, the River of Oaths, that was crossed by souls on their journey to the underworld.

Nike - a shoe company - Nike, winged goddess of victory, who can run and fly at great speeds.

Midas - a famous muffler and brake company - named after Midas, the King with the golden touch.

Apollo - a space mission - named for Apollo, god of light

Mercury and Saturn - both automobile manufacturers - in reference to Hermes (roman name Mercury) known for his speed, and Cronus (roman name Saturn)

Medusa - Medusa Cement Comany, sells cement products world wide

• Medusa turned people to stone with her gaze

Prometheus - an entertainment company - his name meaning "forethought" he and his brother, Epimetheus ("afterthought") , were the creators of all animals and beings on Earth.

Trident - a brand of gum advertized to clean and whiten teeth - the name of the three-pronged spear of Poseidon's.**NOTE: 'tria' is greek for three, and 'donta' is greek for tooth, so 'Trident' literally means "three teeth" or "triple toothed"

Ajax - a drain cleaner known for 'getting the job done' - named for one of the best fighters in the Trojan war