Crane-Simplex was an American luxury automobile manufacturer that operated from 1915 to 1924. The company originated from the Simplex Automobile Company, which was established in New Brunswick, New Jersey. In 1915, Simplex acquired the assets of the Crane Motor Car Company, leading to the formation of Crane-Simplex. The company later relocated to Long Island City, New York, in 1920. The flagship model of Crane-Simplex was the Model 5, also known…