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Today in History: Winton Motor Carriage Company sells first automobile

3/24/2026

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On March 24, 1897, the Winton Motor Carriage Company, a pioneering automobile manufacturer based in Cleveland, Ohio, sold its first motor car. This marked a significant milestone in American automotive history, as Winton was among the first companies to enter the burgeoning market, later becoming a notable producer of diesel engines in 1912.

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On March 24, 1897, the Winton Motor Carriage Company, a pioneering automobile manufacturer based in Cleveland, Ohio, sold its first motor car. This marked a significant milestone in American automotive history, as Winton was among the first companies to enter the burgeoning market, later becoming a notable producer of diesel engines in 1912.