Bendix [1] (United States) - AllCarIndex

The Bendix Company was an American automobile manufacturer based in Chicago, Illinois, and later Logansport, Indiana. Founded by Vincent Bendix in 1908, the company produced vehicles primarily during the years 1908 to 1909. Vincent Bendix, who previously served as the sales manager for the Holsman Company, ventured into automobile production with a focus on high-wheel vehicles.

Bendix's automobiles were notable for their four-cylinder engines, initially rated at 20 to 24 horsepower, which were later upgraded to 30 horsepower. The vehicles featured a double-disc friction transmission that could also function as a braking system, and they utilized chain final drive. The company manufactured two main models: the Bendix and the Duplex, with approximately 7,000 units produced before the company ceased operations in 1909.

In 1910, Vincent Bendix partnered with F.A. Ames in Owensboro, Kentucky, where he later gained significant recognition for his contributions to the automotive industry, particularly in the development of magnetos, generators, braking systems, and washing machines.