Geering (United Kingdom) - AllCarIndex

T. Geering & Son was a British company based in Rolvenden, Kent, that operated in the late 19th century. Founded in 1899, the company initially specialized in the production of stationary engines that utilized heavy oil as fuel.

In its pursuit of automotive innovation, T. Geering & Son developed a prototype car featuring a rear-mounted 3-horsepower, 2-cylinder engine. This engine was powered by Tes Row lamp oil, which was notable for its use in the vehicle's design. The car employed tube ignition technology, which the company promoted with the slogan "no electricity, no explosions," highlighting its safety features.

The vehicle was equipped with a 3-speed gearbox, allowing for speeds of 4, 6, and 12 miles per hour (approximately 6, 10, and 19 kilometers per hour). The company claimed that the car was easy to drive, even stating that it could be operated by a 15-year-old boy, as demonstrated in their promotional materials. T. Geering & Son's contributions to early automotive engineering reflected the experimental spirit of the era, although the company did not achieve lasting prominence in the automotive industry.