Car Industry Faces Prolonged Downturn Amid Material Limits
DETROIT Aug 1 The car industry sees a prolonged downturn as civilian output wanes under material restrictions. July production fell to about 383,000 from a 400,000 target, with full-year 1951-52 quarters shaping up to struggle against limited steel and other metals. Defense needs loom as the auto sector pivots to arms work, making 1953 the industry’s biggest postwar task while civilian output may not reach 1951 levels.
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Gosperi to Visit U.S. in September
Premier Alcide De Gasperi will travel to Washington on September 10 to discuss Italian American relations and the role of the United States in the Atlantic Pact, according to Giornale d Italia.
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Beach Road Trip to Orange County Beaches Delights
A Long Beach auto feature tours Newport Beach Balboa Laguna Beach Dana Point and San Juan Capistrano Beach in a 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. The writer notes scenic coastal views recalls Tournament of Lights, boats and history at Dana Point, Laguna’s artists colony charm, and mission history at San Juan Capistrano. The trip, covering 57 miles round trip on U.S. routes 1 and 101A, sustains 18.2 mpg.
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Higher car prices forecast to dampen fall sales
Automotive News reports that higher new car prices and a raised excise tax could slow fall sales, offsetting eased credit restrictions. Time payment limits rose to 18 months under the Defense Production Act, with experts predicting a possible 10 percent price rise and about $50 extra per new car. Industry notes August 1950 sales fell well below the prior year’s peak.
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Nash San Diego derby opens with 141 boys racing
The 14th annual Soap Box Derby at Derby Downs Huntington Park features 141 competitors from the United States Canada Alaska and U S Occupied Germany racing gravity powered home built cars in elimination heats toward the all American championship to be awarded by W E Fish Chevrolet GM. Approximately 60 000 fans are expected for an exciting afternoon of racing and related events.
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Chrysler Saratoga Adds New Model in Chrysler Line
DETROIT August 11 A new Chrysler Saratoga model with the 180 horsepower V 8 engine joins the line. Shorter wheelbase 125 1/2 inches. Standard equipment includes power brakes using intake manifold vacuum to boost hydraulic braking. Previewed for dealers in select regions. prices not announced. Production will expand with shipments to more areas.
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