Caldwell-Vale MotorTractor Co. Ltd. was established in Auburn, New South Wales, in 1913. The company was founded by Felix Caldwell, who had a keen interest in four-wheel drive technology, particularly for agricultural applications. His brother, Norman Caldwell, emphasized the necessity of this technology for farm tractors, which led to the design of a motor-plough that demonstrated potential for commercial viability.
Initially proposed in 1909,…