Empire (USA) Badge - History
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Dubbed The Little Aristocrat, Empire was established in 1910 and based in Indianapolis. The men behind Empire were Arthur Newby (President of National), Carl Fisher (Prest-O-Lite Starters), James Allison (shock absorber manufacture) and Robert Hassler who built the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Their first car was designed by Harry C. Stutz. the Empire 20 was a four-cylinder shaft-driven runabout. The model "A" was a conventional runabout for three passengers with a rumble seat. The model "B" had two bucket seats, a longer hood and was geared higher to attain faster speeds. More conventional bodywork was later offered; in April 1915 the marque announced production of a 35hp for 1916. The company's final products were a four of 3865 cc and a six of 3670 cc. in 1919.
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Shot at the Haynes International Motor Museum Sparkford, Somerset 23rd June 2015 Ref 107-082
