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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1927
Page
13
Mir Walter Trent of the Teont Prepar Co New York outlines a process to convert pulverised coal into a liquid like fuel for engines. He claims controlled heating and distillation can allow coal to flow as a liquid improving ignition and combustion efficiency.
A fragmented timeline traces petrol engines from early trials to key milestones. Mentions include De Pion and Thong triegelen experiments, experimental Ford, wind powered cycles, the November 4 1903 London to Brighton car feat, Napier six cylinder, four wheel brakes at Olympia, and Continental supercharging adoption in 1923.
A Morris six wheeler commercial vehicle faced severe snow and a six hour plus trek to Trysol in Elverum Norway. Flour laden, observers rode atop the load as the crew battled 7 foot snow drifts and edge breaks. The truck broke through snow many times yet reached the destination after 14 hours of hard driving. The vehicle's performance surprised observers who foresee this thin truck type transforming transport.
The March list of British car registrations shows Morris Cowley at the top with 304 registrations, well ahead of its nearest competitor. Other models and brands appear in the table, reflecting rising popularity across the sector.
A Cleveland Street reader writes to Cars of England Ltd praising the 11/38 Standard. He claims 1000 miles on 1.8 gallons with a 6 seat car, including a Robertson trip of 290 miles, averaging 28.3 mpg and noting no engine overheating or extra fuel use.
General Motors latest Pontiac Pentac demonstrates mechanical refinement and strong performance with a smooth engine and low vibration. The car features new color options and attractive lines, with high demand in the United States and promising prospects in Australia.
The article warns drivers to avoid overcharging batteries when generators run for extended hours. Continuous operation at high speed can overcharge, causing overheating and damage as active material settles, shortening battery life. Proper charging reduces wastage and prolongs battery life during long drives.
The article notes rapid gains in Oldsmobile sales in 1927 with a strong showing at the New York Automobile Show where Aldemahite led, aided by four wheel brakes and low prices. Factory output is rising due to new building and machinery added early 1937 to meet demand.
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