Duquesne [1] (United States) - AllCarIndex

Duquesne was an American automobile manufacturer that operated from 1904 to 1906, based in Jamestown, New York. The company was established as the Duquesne Construction Company, which later transitioned into automobile production.

The Duquesne Model C was one of the notable vehicles produced by the company. This model was a five-seater tourer, equipped with a 16/21 horsepower air-cooled four-cylinder engine. It featured several innovative characteristics for its time, including a starter mechanism that could be operated from the driver's seat using a ratchet on the flywheel. Additionally, the Model C had rear doors that opened when the front seats were tilted forward, and its headlights were designed to turn with the steering, enhancing visibility during turns.

Despite its innovative designs, Duquesne's production was short-lived, and the company ceased operations after just a few years in the automotive industry.