Petrel Motor Car Company
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The Petrel Motor Car Company was formed by Samuel Watkins of the Beaver Manufacturing Company, an engine builder, and John and Harry Waite, who had built a few cars of their own. It was formed in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in November of 1908. They chose the name 'Petrel' after a tube-nosed seabird who had the 'ability to make good speed over very rough roads.'
Subject ID: 64178
MoreThe Petrel Motor Car Company was formed by Samuel Watkins of the Beaver Manufacturing Company, an engine builder, and John and Harry Waite, who had built a few cars of their own. It was formed in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in November of 1908. They chose the name 'Petrel' after a tube-nosed seabird who had the 'ability to make good speed over very rough roads.'
Subject ID: 64178
Subject ID: 64178
