Arrow was an American automobile brand established in 1914 by the M.C. Whitmore Company, based in Dayton, Ohio. The brand was known for producing cyclecars, a type of lightweight automobile that was popular in the early 20th century. In its inaugural year, Arrow offered two models, which were available in both single-seater and two-seater configurations, either in tandem or side-by-side arrangements. Additionally, a light delivery van variant was also part of their lineup.
The Arrow cyclecar was powered by a 12-horsepower Spacke V-twin engine and featured a two-speed planetary transmission along with a shaft final drive. Notably, the vehicle utilized an ash frame and replaced the traditional front axle with triple transverse springs, which was a distinctive design choice for its time. Marketing efforts for the Arrow were conducted through the National United Service Company of Detroit, which also produced its own cyclecar under the same name, leading to some confusion in the marketplace.
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