Frisbie (United States) - AllCarIndex

Frisbie Motor Company was an American automobile manufacturer based in Cromwell and Middletown, Connecticut, active from 1901 to 1909. Founded by Russell Abner Frisbie, who was primarily engaged in providing engines for marine applications, the company produced a limited number of automobiles during its operation.

The first vehicle created by Frisbie in 1901 was a light two-seater runabout, powered by a two-cylinder engine, which he originally intended for personal use. This vehicle has survived to the present day. In 1902, Frisbie built another car, and by 1905, he had developed two six-cylinder engines, one of which was installed in a large touring car, while the other was used in a high-speed launch.

Throughout its brief existence, Frisbie Motor Company manufactured several additional cars, some of which may have been offered for sale. The company eventually shifted its focus to producing aircraft components. Although Frisbie retired in the 1920s, he continued to service the marine engines that powered many local fishing boats.

In a notable twist of fate, a branch of the Frisbie family established the Frisbie Pie Company in Bridgeport, Connecticut. The pie plates produced by this company were discovered to have aerodynamic properties, leading to the popular pastime of throwing them, which contributed a new term to the English language.