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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jun 25, 1968

Page

2

Motoring With Leonard Ward on a compact Honda inspired car

A reader-friendly note surveys a small engine car with a 34cc air cooled four cylinder layout. It resembles the Morris Min in exterior shape yet differs in underpinnings with a tiny high revving unit and front wheel drive. Features include MacPherson strut suspension, ample rear space, bucket seats, and a practical interior. The piece notes its potential at a modest price and its suitability for urban use.

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Ford Ford Scamp and early skid control system discussion

A long consideration of automotive safety devices discusses Ford Motor Company approaches to wheel locking, hydraulic valve systems, and four wheel skid control. It notes Honda Scamp and public safety concerns raised by Ralph Nader, with references to General Motors, Chrysler, and Continentals.

Mamta Ajihat Kelsey Tyes Tienda Iedge Ford Company Calls & Heeluich Xmall Concentolime Crantyn Ang America Honda Ralph Nader Nader Astor Car Sales Castle Street Fyshwick Ford Duca General Motors Coat and Corm Fleniic Corporation Intexity Anc America Syntemre

Salient Features and Specs of the New Motorcycle Model

Price listed as $29 percent, engine a parallel twin air cooled with overhead cam. bore 62.5 mm stroke 74 mm, 21 7 ls feet at $ Six 0 rpm. Transmission four speed constant mesh with engine. Front independent MacPherson struts rear semi independent with dead axle. Rack and pinion steering 15 2 to ratio. Four wheel hydraulic brakes. Wheels steel disc with 320 by 10 nylon tires. Overall length 211 inches, wheelbase 78710. Fuel tank 52 imperial gallons, claimed range about 300 miles.

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Matra Triumph in Dutch Grand Prix Shocks Formula One Field

French Matra car secures victory at Zandvoort in a race marked by multiple retirements and dramatic crashes. British teams Brabham Cooper BRM and McLaren were among key entrants as Jean Behra of Matra contended for the title amid a season highlighted by French car engineering and upcoming international contenders.

Drickworth Jean BRM Brabham Pierre Belvnise McLaren Cooper Matea Briain Ferrari Neby Ean Jesinke Van Igutey Matra Pedro Rodriguez Overham Hill McLarens Laren Denny Hulme Brabhame Iack Dan Gurney Graham Hill Stewart Fison Hulme Rochil Belloise Jim Maira Tealy Derek Bell Dino Ferrari France Mames Pierre Jassaud

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