Walter Chrysler

Walter Chrysler (1875–1940) was an American industrialist who founded the Chrysler Corporation in 1925 after a career in railroad and automobile manufacturing.

Union Pacific Railroad: An American railroad company formed in 1862 to build and operate a transcontinental railway. Chrysler began his career as a railroad machinist and rose through the company’s mechanical ranks.
Chrysler Six: A six-cylinder automobile introduced by Chrysler in 1924, known for engineering features including hydraulic brakes. Its technical design and strong reception established the new Chrysler marque before the corporation’s founding.
James J. Storrow: An American financier and business executive who helped reorganize the Maxwell Motor Company in the 1920s. Storrow recruited Chrysler to lead Maxwell’s turnaround.
Walter P. Chrysler Building: A 1930 Art Deco skyscraper in New York City, commissioned by automobile executive Walter P. Chrysler. The building became a prominent architectural symbol of Chrysler’s wealth and industrial ambition.
American Locomotive Company: A major American locomotive manufacturer formed in 1901 through the merger of several locomotive companies. Chrysler moved from railroad work into manufacturing management at this locomotive builder.
Hydraulic brake: A braking system that transmits pedal force through pressurized fluid to the brakes at each wheel. Chrysler adopted four-wheel hydraulic brakes in early models, making braking a visible engineering distinction.
Charles W. Nash: An American automobile executive who led General Motors and founded Nash Motors. Nash and Chrysler were prominent executives in the same rapidly consolidating industry.
Automotive industry: The global network of businesses that design, manufacture, sell, and service motor vehicles. Chrysler’s career unfolded during the industry’s rapid growth and corporate consolidation.
General Motors: An American automobile manufacturer founded in 1908 that became one of the world’s largest automakers. Chrysler became a leading executive there, managing Buick before leaving in 1920.
High-compression engine: An internal-combustion engine that compresses its fuel-air mixture to a relatively high pressure before ignition. Chrysler’s engineering program pursued efficient, powerful engines as a competitive advantage.

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