1908 - Founded by Henry Pearson and Percy Cox. Located in Shortlands, Kent.

Henry Pearson and Percy Cox were apprentices at the General Engine and Boiler Company. They experimented with a steam motor cycle.

1912 - steam motorcycle offered for sale to the public. These were produced for about two years when, in 1914, Cox disposed of his manufacturing rights to the Steam Cycle and Motor Company of St Michael’s Road, Croydon.

1908-1916 - the company was primarily involved in the design and production of steam cars and the motorcycle was only a sideline.