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Rover is a British automotive brand with a long history, dating back to 1877 when it initially operated as a bicycle manufacturer and distributor. In 1904, Rover released the world's first car with a central chassis, an 8-horsepower vehicle. Rover cars introduced several classic models in the mid-20th century, including the P5 luxury sedan, which was favored by the British royal family, the prime minister, and the Vatican in Rome. The P5 luxury sedan launched in 1958 established the prestige and brand status for Rover. However, after entering the 1990s, the Rover brand experienced multiple business difficulties and changes in ownership. In 2000, BMW split Rover, selling the Land Rover brand to Ford Motor Company while retaining the Mini brand. In 2005, the MG Rover Group went bankrupt, and subsequently, China's Nanjing Automobile Group acquired some of Rover's assets, including the rights to use the MG brand. Later, SAIC Motor (Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation) obtained the MG brand through the acquisition of Nanjing Automobile Group and launched the Roewe brand in the Chinese market. Despite the many changes the Rover brand has undergone, its position in the British automotive industry and its contributions to automotive history are still remembered.