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Newspaper
Long Beach Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1950
Page
19
Ethyl Corp tests show 1950 gasoline with premium fuel delivers higher octane and better mileage than 1925 fuel. Higher compression engines improve efficiency. a 1950 car with 7.5 to 1 compression and modern fuel reached 24.13 mpg versus 13.8 mpg for a 1921 model.
A Rost on taxicab crew known as Firamen and Baware defeated the police detective club with a decisive 29 to 2 score. The match showcased careful driving and strong offense from the taxi firm team.
Police in Tonta offer a reduced overparking rate, charging a dime instead of the usual dollar if paid within forty eight hours. The notice urges motorists to settle fines quickly to take advantage of the discount.
Detroit reports rising prices spread across the auto industry as wages and pension costs drive raises. Nash Kaiser-Frazer Packard and Hudson announce bumps from tens to over a hundred dollars. Big three likely follow after 1950 models end production, with new pricing plans under review for the Henry J Frazer unit.
In St Louis two officers flagged an eight speed motorist, arrested the driver, and checked the license to find it registered to James S Adsit Ti Adsit who, reached by phone, claimed his car was parked at his house yet admitted a quick window check confirmed it was gone.
Public display reveals 1951 Nash Ambassador and Statesman with revised front end and longer rear fenders creating a longer look. Improvements include waterproof ignition, easier steering, faster cold starts, new carburetor and fuel pump, hydraulic transmission optional on Statesman, and maintained twin headlights with chrome belt. Engine specs: Ambassador six-cylinder 7.3 to 1 compression, Statesman 85 HP. both offer generous interior space and dimensions.
Colorado Leads Colorado describes two of the nation’s highest automobile routes climbing to 14,260-foot Mt Evans and 14,410-foot Pike’s Peak. The piece highlights the achievement of deep mountain access for drivers and the scenic allure of these two routes.
Ward's Automotive Reports estimated the nation would produce 177,346 vehicles this past week. The figure reflects 151,064 cars and 26,282 trucks in one estimate, with prior week totals at 149,685 cars and 26,611 trucks, while shortages and plant shut downs mute output.
Marlette Wis GP Vinnon Johnson was sentenced to 30 days for drunken driving after the judge warned him of license loss. Johnson admitted driving a year without a license and received five additional days in jail.
In Los Angeles on September 23, researchers from UC Los Angeles, California Highway Patrol, and California Research Laboratories joined the Motor Truck Association of Southern California to test mufflers. The aim is to measure sound as humans hear it and develop a muffler meeting safety and public opinion standards, with officials from LAPD and Ontario Police observing.
Detroit reports straight eight engines are disappearing from new cars as V eight engines become standard. By 1952 models more V-8s will appear and by 1955 straight eights will be rare. Oldsmobile halted Rocket V-8s though many firms test and refine V-8 and V-4 power for forthcoming 1951 models.
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