Charles Town-About (United States) - AllCarIndex

Charles Town was an automotive brand active between 1958 and 1959, associated with Stinson Aircraft Tool & Engineering Corporation based in San Diego, California. The brand was named after its sponsor, Dr. Charles Graves, who played a significant role in its development.

The company focused on creating prototypes of an electric coupe, which showcased innovative design elements. The definitive version of the vehicle bore a resemblance to the Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia coupe, featuring distinctive rear fins and lights inspired by the 1957 De Soto model. The car's body was constructed from fiberglass and mounted on a tubular aluminum frame, reflecting the engineering capabilities of its aircraft manufacturing background.

Powering the Charles Town coupe were two electric motors, each delivering 3.2 horsepower, with one motor dedicated to each rear wheel. This configuration allowed the vehicle to achieve a reported range of up to 80 miles (128 kilometers) and speeds of up to 58 miles per hour (93 kilometers per hour), marking a notable attempt at electric vehicle technology during its brief production period.