Karl Benz History

History

First Car Built in 1886? Karl Benz's Patent-Motorwagen & the Origins of Automobiles

Discover when the first car was built in 1886 by Karl Benz. Explore the Benz Patent-Motorwagen specs, early rivals like steam and electric cars, and how this innovation transformed society.
History

First Car in the World: Benz Patent-Motorwagen vs Steam Contenders | History & Analysis

Discover the true story of the first car in the world: Benz's 1886 gasoline-powered Patent-Motorwagen vs steam pioneers like Cugnot and Bollée. Explore specs, museums, historical controversies, and why Benz is credited.