Mechanics

The First Car

Jan 1, 1807

In 1807, François Isaac de Rivaz designed the first car powered by an internal combustion engine fueled by hydrogen.

First School

Jan 1, 1882

The School of Mechanical Engineering was founded in 1882, the first of the schools of engineering to begin a continuous existence.

The First Gasoline Powered Car

Jan 1, 1886

In 1886 the first petrol or gasoline powered automobile the Benz Patent-Motorwagen was invented by Karl Benz.

First Four Wheel Car With An Engine Inside

Mar 8, 1886

In March 8, 1886 Gottlieb Daimler patented the first four wheeled automobile with an internal combustion engine

First Auto Mechanic School

Jan 1, 1917

Auto mechanics formed a union in Seattle, Washington in 1917