David Napier (automotive Engineer)

David Napier (automotive Engineer)

This article is about the automotive and aero-engine manufacturer. For other people of the same name see David Napier (disambiguation)

David Napier (1785–1873) was a Scottish engineer, notable for founding Napier & Son, an early automotive and aero-engine company.

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