Glide, also known as Glidemobile, was an American automobile brand founded in 1903 by J.B. Bartholomew in Peoria, Illinois. The company originated from Bartholomew's previous ventures in manufacturing peanut and coffee roasters. The brand's slogan, "Ride in a Glide, Then Decide," reflected its focus on customer experience. Glide produced vehicles until 1920, maintaining a relatively small production scale throughout its existence, with annual…