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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1927
Page
13
An article notes price cuts on the China or Chyna model and other reductions at Cars of England Sydney. It describes new 24 Clyno cars now offered with features such as feather brakes balloon tyres leather upholstery and a strong engine and claims savings over £200 to attract buyers.
A Tamworth Whippet advert shows brakes saving a van from a dangerous corner on a hilly route. It argues four wheel brakes prevent accidents and boost resale value, noting 87 percent of 1927 models are equipped and nearly all next year will be.
After factory assembly a new car needs careful running in to achieve peak performance. Engines settle with miles of use and require gentle operation for about the first hundred miles. Avoid high speeds, use light throttle, and limit top speed until components seat properly. A washer in the induction pipe can limit intake until the engine loosens, then remove it for normal power.
A detailed warning on petrol dangers in garages, stressing engine off during pumping, keeping petrol away from ignition sources, and ensuring proper wiring and fuel system maintenance to prevent explosions and fires. It highlights common faults at garages and the need for cautious handling of tanks, vapour, and electrical components.
A report from the American Auto Makers Association notes that over 3,700,000 families now own two or more cars. Ownership varies by region and urbanization, with garage rental and personal transport per adult influencing access. The data show different car ownership patterns across the country, including high dual car households and varying use of personal transportation.
Article surveys 1926 motor theft statistics in the United States with 16 296 stolen vehicles and high recovery rates, discusses deterrents like impounding stolen cars, notes Berkeley findings on vehicle responsibility, and briefly covers road hazards, vehicle construction trends, medical hypotheses, and traffic measures in Calcutta restricting bullock-drawn vehicles.
An American firm unveils a steam driven omnibus inspired by steam carriages. A four cylinder rotary engine powers a steam generator at 40 to 600 psi with distillate kerosene burners and electric ignition. The design promises smoother start and flexible drive compared with petrol engines.
Artificial pearls sell for up to £60 each as manufacturers shift to barred materials. Only experts can tell the genuine from the imitation by careful inspection.
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