Great American Business Leaders of the 20th Century
Harvey H. Lamm
Subaru of America
1971–1990
1971–1990
Subaru of America
1971–1990
1971–1990
- Industry: Automotive & Aerospace
- Era: 1970
Lamm created the only publicly traded car importer in the United States through the founding of Subaru of America. He introduced the United States to “four wheel drive” and “all wheel drive” with the import of the Subaru wagon in 1975, a move that would spawn a new revolution in car design. During his tenure, Subaru was rated as one of the best financially managed automobile companies in the United States, regularly achieving 55%+ return on equity ratios.
Personal
- Born-Died: 1936
- Birthplace: Pennsylvania
- Race: White
- Gender: Male
- Father: Owner, Small Business