Manufacturer Marques & Models - Cars By Brand
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A.C.
The famous A.C. name is well over than a century old and while it’s best remembered for the classic Cobras, the outfit made a wide variety of vehices, including invalid carriages. ‘A.C’ from the three wheeled commercial ‘Auto Carrier’ vehicle, made by the firm established by John Weller (an engineer) and John Portwine, ‘Autocars and Accessories Ltd.’ A passenger… Continue reading »
Alfa Romeo
In 1910 this famous company was named A.L.F.A (Anonima Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili) and produced its first model, the 24 HP. As WW1 broke out, businessman Nicola Romeo who specialised in making pumps and compressors for the Army – took the company over in 1915, so the name ‘Romeo’ was added to the original ‘Alfa’, thus creating one of the most evocative brands of the… Continue reading »
Alvis
Alvis was founded by T. G. John, a skilled and respected engineer who, amongst other projects, was involved in the design of submarines. His first business was T.J. John Ltd (1917-21) starting with motor bikes and scooters before manufacturing his first car. The name Alvis placed in a winged trianlge was found to be the copyright of the Avro Aeroplane Co, so the wings were removed… Continue reading »
Aston Martin
Nine decades ago Lionel Martin produced a car which he campaigned in the famous Aston Clinton hill climb. The names Aston and Martin were combined to provide a name for the marque which ever since has been associated with automotive excellence. And James Bond. Martin was a keen participant in motorsport, and started with a 10hp Singer as the basis for his tuning experiments.… Continue reading »
Audi/NSU
August Horch worked as an engineer with Benz in the 1890s, leaving in 1899 to start his own firm; the first Horch car (with a two cylinder engine) was produced in 1900. A multitude of vehicles and engine types followed, including a six-cylinder, eight-litre motor. After differences of opinion between Horch and his partners, he departed in 1909 and started another new car manufacturing… Continue reading »
