Coats [2] (United States) - AllCarIndex

Coats was an American automobile manufacturer that operated briefly in the early 1920s. Founded in 1921 by George A. Coats, the company was based in Columbus, Ohio. It specialized in steam-powered vehicles, introducing a three-cylinder steam car that was intended to be available in several body styles, including a touring car, roadster, and sedan. The initial pricing for these models was set at $1,085.

Despite the ambitious plans and the announcement of Columbus as the center of its manufacturing activities, the company struggled to produce more than a prototype. In 1922, Coats relocated its operations to the Y.F. Stewart Motor Manufacturing Company in Bowling Green, Ohio. However, by the time the vehicle was ready for market, the company faced financial difficulties that hindered actual production. Ultimately, only a few touring cars were completed, and the brand was often mistakenly referred to as ComStewart or Stewart-Coats, reflecting the confusion surrounding its manufacturing history.

Coats ceased operations in 1923, marking the end of its brief existence in the automotive industry. The company remains a footnote in the history of early American automobile manufacturing, illustrating the challenges faced by many small manufacturers during that era.