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The history of Jaguar is not just about high-performance cars; it has humble beginnings as a sidecar manufacturer. Founded by William Lyons and William Walmsley, the company initially went by the name Swallow Sidecar Company. They excelled in creating high-quality sidecars for motorcycles, garnering a respectable reputation and customer base.
However, motivated by their ambition, the two friends shifted their focus to automobiles, using the chassis of the Austin 7 to create beautiful custom bodies. Their innovation was a success, leading to their first sports car, the SS Jaguar, which significantly impacted the luxury automotive market.