Roy Abernethy

Roy Abernethy (September 29, 1906, Pennsylvania – February 28, 1977, Jupiter, Florida) was an executive in the American automobile industry, serving as CEO of American Motors Corporation (AMC) from February 1962 to January 1967. Before his tenure at AMC, Abernethy had been with Packard Motors and Willys-Overland. Abernethy replaced George W. Romney, who resigned from AMC to become Governor of Michigan.

Not to be confused with LeRoy Abernethy.

Roy Abernethy
Born(1906-11-29)November 29, 1906
Pennsylvania
DiedFebruary 28, 1977(1977-02-28) (aged 70)
Jupiter, Florida
NationalityAmerican
AwardsAutomotive Hall of Fame
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