Courier [3] (United States) - AllCarIndex

Courier Car Company was an American automobile manufacturer based in Dayton, Ohio, that operated from 1910 to 1912. It was established as a subsidiary of Stoddard-Dayton, with the intention of producing a more affordable vehicle that would not compromise the reputation of its parent company's offerings. This strategy was similar to that of other automotive brands, such as Buick's Marquette and Stutz's Blackhawk.

The inaugural model from Courier featured a 20-horsepower four-cylinder engine and was available in both roadster and tourer configurations, priced at $1,050 and $1,200, respectively. In contrast, Stoddard-Dayton vehicles were sold at significantly higher prices, ranging from $1,600 to $2,800 during the same period. In 1911, the company upgraded its engine to a 25-horsepower variant and extended the wheelbase of its vehicles. By 1912, the models were rebranded as Courier Clermonts, with an increased output of 30 horsepower. Notably, the Courier range did not include any closed body styles.

In 1912, Stoddard-Dayton became part of the United States Motor Company, which also encompassed the Courier brand. However, the eventual collapse of U.S. Motors led to the discontinuation of both Courier and Stoddard-Dayton vehicles.