GrahamPaige

Graham-Paige was an American automobile manufacturer that existed from 1927 to 1947. It was formed by the merger of Graham Brothers, Inc. and the Paige-Detroit Motor Car Company. The Graham brothers, Robert, Joseph, and Ray, had previously been involved in the truck manufacturing business before venturing into automobiles. Paige-Detroit, founded by Harry M. Jewett, had a reputation for building well-engineered and stylish cars. The combined entity, Graham-Paige, aimed to leverage their strengths to compete in the increasingly competitive automotive market.

Graham-Paige produced a range of vehicles, from more affordable models to luxury cars. They were known for their distinctive styling, often featuring a prominent grille and streamlined bodies. During the Great Depression, like many automakers, Graham-Paige faced financial challenges. Despite these difficulties, they continued to innovate and introduce new models. The company's design department was particularly noted for its stylish and often avant-garde creations.

World War II significantly impacted Graham-Paige's automotive production. Like other manufacturers, they shifted to war production, manufacturing military vehicles and other equipment. After the war, the company attempted to re-enter the automotive market with a new line of cars, but faced stiff competition from established players and struggled to regain market share. In 1947, the company sold its automotive assets to Henry J. Kaiser, who then formed the Kaiser-Frazer Corporation. Graham-Paige continued as a real estate and holding company until its dissolution.