Arad's Marta Automobile Factory: A Pioneering History

This document, recorded by Puskel Peter and translated by Gabriel Roman, chronicles the pioneering era of the automobile industry in Arad, focusing on the MARTA (Magyar Automobil Részvény Társaság Arad) Automobile Factory. The narrative details the factory's founding in 1908, its connection to Westinghouse, and its early production of various vehicles, including cars and buses. It also highlights Arad's broader industrial context, including its tramway history and collaboration with other companies. Despite facing financial difficulties and wartime requisition, MARTA played a significant role in Hungary's automotive history until its merger with Astra in 1925. The author suggests commemorating this legacy with a plaque and the restoration of the factory's administrative building.​The article on