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Free Wheeling and the Car a History and Outlook
A compact history of free wheel cars from 1924 to the 1920s noting early French makers Chenard and Walcker and Lea-Francis, the rise of free-wheels in America led by Studebaker, and current models on Auburn Essex Graham Hudson Hupmobile Lincoln Mormon Pierce Arrow and Studebaker. It outlines benefits and objections, chiefly engine braking on descents and coast feel, and foresees broad adoption with emphasis on quiet engines and strong brakes. It also reflects on British engineers and a global diffusion back to the US and Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chenard and Walcker
Lea Francis
America
Studbaker
Australia
Auburn
Essex
Graham
Hudson
Hupmobile
Lincoln
Mormon
Pierce Arrow
Studebaker