Daimler & Lanchester: A Century of Motoring History

In this, the definitive history of Daimler and Lanchester, the author not only chronicles the many events that shaped these two great marques, but also sheds a new light on the development of the motor industry in Britain.

The many famous characters and manufacturers connected with this fascinating story are all covered in detail, as well as the lesser-known but nonetheless important people and companies.

Daimler, founded in 1896, thanks to its links with Royalty and its reputation for quality, is assured a unique place in the annals of motoring history. Without doubt, the Company held the premier position in the industry, although it was not without its share of problems, and merged with BSA in 1910.

1995 sees the 100th anniversary of Lanchester's first car. The Lanchester marque was always associated with technical excellence, but had a chequered history following the Daimler takeover in 1931, finally being killed off in 1956.

Four years later, Daimler were bought by their Coventry cousins – Jaguar. Fortunately, the prestige attached to the Daimler name enabled it to survive. To this day, Jaguar use the Daimler badge for their top-of-the-range saloons, and included in this book are pictures and details of the cars that will take Daimler into its centenary year.