Hanover (automobile)

At this first location, roughly 158 cyclecars[1] were built between 1921 and 1922, after which time production of the cars themselves moved to Buffalo and the Hanover plant continued to produce components and replacement parts.

All versions had a pressed-steel frame, and were powered by an air-cooled, 76.5 cubic-inch V-Twin motor capable of producing 12.5 horsepower.

Final drive was achieved through a two speed manual transmission (with reverse) coupled to a solid rear axle.

Lacking a proper differential, which saved costs, the cars were somewhat notorious for "hopping" around corners.

For slightly more money, one could purchase a Ford Model T. Sales slumped in 1927 and the Hanover Motor Company went out of business at the end of that year.