Church-Field (United States) - AllCarIndex

Church-Field Motor Company was established in Sibley, Michigan, by Austin Church and H. George Field in 1912. The company focused on the production of electric vehicles, which were notable for their innovative design features. Among these was an underslung frame and a unique two-speed epicyclic transmission that offered a total of 20 speeds.

The company introduced two models at the Detroit Automobile Show in January 1912: a coupe and a roadster. The roadster was capable of reaching a top speed of approximately 30 miles per hour (50 km/h). Despite the initial enthusiasm, Church-Field Motor Company faced challenges and ceased operations by September 1913. Although there may have been a few additional vehicles assembled from leftover parts, the company’s remaining assets were sold in 1915 for $600, which was significantly less than the cost of a single coupe.