Founder Profile
Elias Fife
Last reviewed: October 2026 · By Swet Parvadiya
Who is Elias Fife?
Elias Fife is a founder of Standard Motor Products, Inc., which was founded in 1919 with Ralph Van Allen.
- Company founded
- Standard Motor Products, Inc.
- Founded
- 1919
- Co-founders
- Ralph Van Allen
Background
Elias Fife co-founded Standard Motor Products in New York City in 1919 to supply ignition parts to the growing car market.
Founding Story
Elias Fife co-founded Standard Motor Products with Ralph Van Allen in 1919. The company began with ignition parts for the replacement market and grew into one of the longest-running independent US aftermarket suppliers.