The fledgling business struggled for several years, and Cox was destined for bankruptcy when a bicycle salesman from New York named John North Willys intervened. Here we go, the end of World War II to the turn of the 21st century. StellantisTumultuous TimesThe Willys brand was eventually acquired by a long succession of parent companies ranging from Kaiser to Fiat. 1982 Jeep Jamboree USA Mark Smith’s vision to create an international Jeep culture prompted him to launch Jeep Jamboree USA. As for John North Willys’ bold decision to move the company to Ohio in 1908?

Source: The North Africa Journal December 30, 2021 16:01 UTC