Daley (United States) - AllCarIndex

Daley was an early American automobile manufacturer based in Charles City, Iowa, active from 1895 to 1898. Founded by M.H. Daley, the company initially focused on producing agricultural equipment, specifically disc and lever harrows, before venturing into automobile production.

In 1895, Daley developed a lightweight two-seater automobile that weighed only 195 pounds (88 kg). The vehicle was initially powered by a rotary engine, which was later replaced by a more conventional two-cylinder engine. The design featured front wheels mounted on bicycle-type forks, allowing for a vertical travel of up to 12 inches (305 mm) to accommodate uneven terrain.

Daley announced the commencement of production in December 1895, with plans to sell the cars at a price of $500 each. However, the company produced no more than six vehicles during its brief existence. By 1898, Daley communicated to The Horseless Age that he was still engaged in automobile manufacturing, having possibly created one or two additional cars, although his primary focus remained on his farm equipment business.