Motors and Motoring by Acvar and restless car lore
A survey of early car makers and brand origins notes Harsh on names from Henry Kor to Cadillac and Ford, tracing motor firms, origins, and the impact of vibrating steering wheels like the Rene Thomas design on driver comfort and safety. It covers European and American firms, technology claims, and notable personalities shaping the industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nans
Henry Kor
A. F. Erskine
WH. M. Jewett
Hollin Whites J. N
Willys
EE. S. Jordan
Chrysler
COW
Nash
Chandler
Wy Fhuirant
H.C. Stutz
Wyo
Morris
Sit H. Austin
Diodise Brothers
Ors
Rolls
Lowes
Yalson
Ritey
Ramon
Er Citrocn
Ainer
Contimental Firme
Mit
Fabrica Tala Mitomobili
Torino
Ant Saaalm
Societe
Lyonnatae Industrie Mechanique
G.w.uk
Grieve, Wood, and Keller
AUIS
F.N
Fabrique Nationale Des Armes de Guerre
Waverley
Tong
Mitty
Alvis
Lagenda
Auta Rers
Yuuxtadll
Orien
Tim
London
Whippet
Trojan
Wats Ajax
Nash Company
A. Hercules
Lows
Content Motors
Chisland
Flint
Pontiac
Ouktamid
William Trulek
Meinl
France
Rene Thomas
Racing and Research in Touring Car Design
The article explores how racing informs touring car design focusing on chassis and engine development. It notes that steering wheels and evolving engine rev ranges have driven unexpected advances, underscoring racing’s influence on practical component improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bearcely
Pune
Anaodate
Novel British Motor Bodies Push Open Saloons to Open Air
The article previews two British car designs the Bunloon and the Observation featuring adaptable roofs and mechanical packing. The Sunsaloon converts from closed saloon to open touring form with side windows acting as shields, roof folds to rear, and automated packing. An electrical button enables quick conversion. The Observation body offers open and closed types with cruiser styling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wether Cde
Inside a rear-facing cab with twin doors and rearview comfort
The article details a hansom-style carriage with rear-facing seating for three, twin doors that open together, and a rear locker holding six suitcases. It notes a front and back seat layout, a rear screen to protect riders from drafts, and a table on the back door forming a platform. The design aims to keep dust and exhaust away from passengers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iiterest
Theody
Au Fast-Steors
£1000 for Gray's Elegy at a recent party claim
At a recent Tendon party, Augustine Birrell recalled buying a first edition of Gray's Elegy for 2 shillings 6 pence centuries ago and that the book later fetched £100 in America. Reverend James Barr notes the event held at Acton Hall on October 10.
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Tendon
Augustine Birrell
Gray
Una
America
Choo
Wail Lnter
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