Coventry Premier Ltd. was a British automobile manufacturer based in Coventry, with origins tracing back to 1876 when it was established as a bicycle maker under the name Hillman & Herbert. One of the partners, William Hillman, later became known for producing the Hillman car. The company evolved over the years, becoming Hillman, Herbert & Cooper Ltd., and in 1892, it established the Premier Cycle Co. Ltd. The company ventured into…