Franklin Air-Cooled Engine Powers 1980 Franklin Cars
Franklin Automobile Company of Syracuse unveils an air cooled aviation type engine in its 1980 line, delivering 95 horsepower at 3100 rpm. The vehicle features new bodies, four or three speed transmissions, and records on road tests including a New York to Los Angeles cross country run. The design emphasizes aviation heritage, enhanced cooling, and refined ride with longer springs and improved shock absorbers.