Cole Wiedeman was a British automobile manufacturer active during the early 20th century, specifically from 1905 to 1906. The company was based in Hammersmith, London, and operated under the name William Cole & Co. Ltd.
The primary model produced by Cole Wiedeman was a tourer, which featured a 14-horsepower, four-cylinder engine sourced from White & Poppe. This vehicle utilized a shaft final drive system. In addition to the tourer, the company also listed plans for a larger four-cylinder model and a six-cylinder variant with a power output of 20 to 24 horsepower. However, it remains unclear whether these additional models were ever manufactured.
Cole Wiedeman's brief existence in the automotive industry reflects the challenges faced by early car manufacturers during a period of rapid technological advancement and competition.
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