David Dunbar Buick
Automobile manufacturer, founded Buick
Born
September 17th, 1854
170 years ago
Died
March 5th, 1929
96 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
United States
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A Scottish-American businessman founded Buick Motor Company in 1899. Focused on developing internal combustion engines, he introduced the first successful overhead valve engine. Buick's innovative designs and engineering helped establish the brand as a leader in the automobile industry. After selling his interest in the company, automotive ventures continued with varying degrees of success. The brand became known for luxury vehicles and was one of the first of its kind in the United States. The significance of Buick's contributions to the automotive world is evident in the continued popularity of the brand.
Founded Buick Motor Company
Introduced overhead valve engine
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