Ac

AC is one of the oldest car brands in the U.K., with roots going all the way back to 1901 in West Norwood, London. Over the years, the company went through a rollercoaster of name changes, financial struggles, and reinventions.

It all started with the Weller brothers, who ran a small car and motorcycle repair shop. Since they often had to make parts themselves, they figured—why not build an entire car? In 1902, businessman John Portwine saw potential in their work and became an inve...