Founded in 1852, The Studebaker Brothers Manufacturing Company started as a wagon builder and later achieved a remarkable transition to automobile production at the turn of the century. Despite continuing to sell their wagons and coaches, they formed an initial partnership with E-M-F to distribute automobiles through Studebaker dealerships. However, due to quality problems with E-M-F, Studebaker eventually took over the automobile line of that company. This move marked a significant turning point in their history, leading Studebaker to establish itself as a prominent player in the automotive industry.
