Henry Royce was an engineer and businessman who was passionate about crafting high-quality automobiles. He started his own company, Royce Ltd., in 1904, and began producing cars under his own name.
Charles Stewart Rolls was a successful car salesman and racing enthusiast. In 1904, he met Henry Royce and was immediately impressed by the quality of his cars. Rolls saw the potential for a partnership, and he convinced Royce to join forces with him to produce luxury automobiles.
The two men formed a partnership in 1906 and named their new company Rolls-Royce Ltd. Their first car, the Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, was introduced in 1907 and quickly became renowned for its exceptional performance and reliability.
Rolls-Royce cars have continued to be synonymous with luxury and quality, and they remain some of the most prestigious automobiles in the world.
