Studebaker begins in 1852 as a horse-drawn wagon shop. The company becomes the world's single biggest manufacturer of horse-drawn carriages and carts.

In 1897, two years before the New York Times makes the first known reference to the world, automobile, Studebaker begins experimenting with newfangled horseless carriages. By 1902, the company has produced several electric automobiles; by 1904, gasoline-powered motor cars are rolling out of Studebaker factories.

Through the early 20^th century, Studebaker remains one of the biggest names in the automotive industry. In 1921, it quits the farm wagon business for good.

In 1954, Studebaker merges with the Packard Motor Car Company.

Production of Studebaker automobiles ends in 1963 in the U.S., and in 1966 in Canada.