Tag: Isotta Fraschini

Founded in 1900 in Milan, Italy, Isotta Fraschini became one of the world’s premier luxury car manufacturers during the 1910s–1930s. The company was renowned for opulent, chauffeur‑driven automobiles that competed with Rolls‑Royce and Hispano‑Suiza. Financial difficulties after WWII ended passenger‑car manufacturing, though the name continued in industrial and marine engine production.
Most recognizable models: Isotta Fraschini Tipo 8 (1919–1924), Tipo 8A (1924–1931), Tipo 8B (1931–1934).
Years in business: 1900–1949 (automobiles), later active in industrial sectors.