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Died. 3 February 1951. (1951-02-03) (aged 82) Münchberg, Bavaria. Known for. Founder of Audi and Horch. August Horch (12 October 1868 – 3 February 1951) was a German engineer and automobile pioneer, the founder of the manufacturing giant that eventually became Audi .
In 1899, August Horch founded A. Horch & Cie Motorwagenwerke, later changed to Horch-Werke AG, and now called Audi. August Horch’s cars became worldwide for fine engineering and stylish craftsmanship. Horch became a pioneer in the use of light alloy metals and was also an early advocate for mounting engines in a vehicle’s front rather than ...
In 1899 August Horch wrote the first chapter in Audi’s history when he established the motor vehicle company known as Horch & Cie.. Ten years later, he founded a second car manufacturing company: Audi Automobilwerke in Zwickau.
August Horch was one of the pioneering figures in automobile engineering. Before setting up in business on his own, his professional experience had included three years in charge of automobile production at Carl Benz in Mannheim. In 1904, August Horch moved his business to Zwickau and transformed it into a joint-stock company.
January 27, 2016. Back to Stories. August Horch was a genius of mechanical engineering and one of the earliest contributors to the development of the automobile. His first job in the industry came courtesy of Karl Benz, who hired him to manage his factory in Mannheim.
