Automakers Report Record Shipments and Export Boom in 1928
Willis Overland Company announces January February shipments of 22 Willys Knight and Whippet cars up 49 percent from last year on strong demand. Factory unfilled orders at 31,900 point to continued growth as exports surge, with production up six percent to 1,950 cars daily and total February output surpassing 78,000 units. Domestic sales reach about 80,000 cars with exports rising 464 percent in February, signaling momentum for Pontiac Six and Chevrolet models alongside broader industry expansion.
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Willis Overland Company
Glade
Mypany
Detroit
Entomahve
Falcon Motors Corporation
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Automoatte
Alwood
Wlinder
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Pial
Leo Lonrions
Chevrolet Sets A New High Production Record In February
Chevrolet Motor Company reports a February production of 116,945 cars, surpassing the previous high of 115,623 set in March last year. Domestic deliveries exceed 100,000, reflecting unprecedented demand and peak factory operation.
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February exports set record in global trade
February marked a historic surge as exports hit new highs driven by a mix of six models and competitive factory pricing. Key players like the Tiger and Camry brands featured in the market, signaling strong demand and price leadership worldwide.
Hudson introduces optional wire wheels for new cars
Hudson announces optional wire wheels on the 1930s Super-Six line with multiple accessory combinations. The feature aims at personalized appearance despite higher costs, including deluxe body styles and new chromium trim, as Hudson expands custom options for owner preference.
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Pontiag Announces New Sport Phaeton
Pontiag Motor Company unveils a five passenger sport phaeton with a novel design. The model, advertised as a smart performance car, aims to blend luxury with practical daily usability.
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Pontiag
Phaeton
Studebaker Expands Engineering Corps Facilities
The article notes Studebaker employing a large corps of experts with extensive engineering offices and laboratories. It highlights the Bureau of Remorth Standards influence and mentions the presence of maritime and nautical engineering roles within the company’s technical divisions.
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T Bureau of Remorth Standards
South Ind
Sindebaker Corpsion
Inc
Studesphere Bureau
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Sind
Tesserch Engineering
Churse Laboratories Amder Miullion Cellar Pro
Ia Bureanautic Bureau
Rohnert
Gineer Thorne
Matheson Career Highlights and Industry Shifts
The text outlines Mr. Matheson’s rise from assistant to the president of General Motors to vice president of sales at Oakland Motor Car Co, noting his role in launching the Pontiac Six merchandising program. It mentions reorganizing Kelvinator’s sales structure and discusses broader manufacturing quality, a deer fly fever warning, London’s early subway and a note on a newspaper cancer campaign reaching thirty thousand.
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Goniment
Matheson
Directuc
Marek Telurn
Dodge
General Motors Corporation
Oakland Motor Car Company
Mathesouss
Kelvinator
Falcon Knight car surge at Detroit auto shows
Reports from Detroit headline strong reception for the Falcon Knight Six as demand grows. Dealers note rising orders, steady production, and new body combinations while price ranges linger near the thousand-dollar mark.
Tire makers wary of reclaimed rubber shifts
Industrial figure Mr. Flynn warns against overuse of reclaimed rubber in tires and other products. He notes that right tires and golf balls require high grade fresh rubber, resisting cheap substitutes amid moves to cut costs and conserve rubber supplies.
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Tire & Supmy Co
Elyria
Flyop
Flynn
Shopping News Local Concern Changes Hands
Announcement of the sale of the Children's Apparel Shop at 248 Second Street to Gen Lerieve K Lugask 353 Easters Heights Boulevard. The new owner takes possession and keeps the store as a qualta store with large stocks of new spring merchandise. Previous managers Mrs Huftssau Mrs Wilson and Mrs direxory were connected with the store.
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Genlerieve K. Lugask
Easters
Heights Boulevard
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Wilson
Direxory
Transfer Details Highlight New Ownership Shift
The passage notes a change in ownership with the new owner remaining with the organization while another party deviated. The transfer was executed by O. J. Bau von.
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O. J. Bauvon
Chrysler Red-Head Engine Promises Greater Torque and Hill Climb
Chrysler introduces a redesigned Red Head engine built for high compression gas. The engine reportedly delivers about 2 percent more torque with faster speed and improved hill climbing. Detroit dealers offer extended time payments subject to federal excise tax.
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