Willys Overland Posts Historic April Sales Record
Toledo Ohio May 18 Willys Overland reports the greatest April sales in history with 40 248 Whip pets and Willys Knight units. Higher priced models dominated 60 percent of sales led by Willys Knight 79 B and Whippet Six. March to April shows strong gains with Whippet Six up 30 percent and Willys Knight up 11 percent. Projected May orders keep production at capacity.
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Toledo
Willys- Overland
Willys-Knights
Willys-Knight
Willys- Knight
Willys-Overland
Auto shipment led to delivery of Chevrolet truck in Acheen
A Chevrolet dealer in Acheen northern Sumatra dismantled a car after sale to hand the vehicle to its buyer. The event occurred amid Dutch colonial road-building plans toward Meulaboh on the west coast and a north coast link to Sigh.
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Chevrolet Motor Igomineey
Acheen
Sumatra
Eaaezaiat
Dutch East Indies
Laugsa
Department of Public Works
Meulaboh
Sigh
Buick to Build New Marquette Six at Flint Plant
Buick announces the new Marquette Six will be designed and built in its Flint Michigan plant. The motor and most mechanical parts will be produced in mile and a half long units, with 72,720 square feet dedicated to Marquette motor production. Expanded facilities enable production at a medium price point using existing equipment and advanced factory management.
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Buick Motor Company
Buick
Flint
Michigan
De Soto Body Styles Meet Owners in Detroit Interview
Karl H. Bronson, director of advertising for DeSoto, discusses design aims to deliver more car for less money. He notes De Soto Six bodies reflect Chrysler goals and industry pressures as automakers seek value in new models.
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Karl H. Bronson
DeSoto Division
Chrysler Motors
Detroit
de Soto
Mr. Bronson
Chrysler
Woman Driver Needs Met by New Vehicle Design
A new vehicle design aims to address the specific needs of women drivers, focusing on comfort, safety, and practicality. The developer notes improvements in seating, visibility, and control layout to accommodate diverse driving preferences and ergonomics.
De Soto Interiors Emphasize Luxury and Comfort in 6 Cylinder Cars
Engineers sought greater luxury and comfort for moderate priced six cylinder cars, driving De Soto body style popularity. Interiors feature saddle spring cushions, ample head and leg room, and careful design for restful posture, beauty, and easy riding.
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de Soto
Oldsmobile Viking sales set record in early 1929
Lansing reports that for January through April 1929 Oldsmobiles and Vikings shattered prior records with total shipments of 45 194, up more than 67 percent from 1928 and over 2 000 above all of 1925. About 14 900 Oldsmobiles and Vikings were sent in March, and May production is planned at over 17 000 cars with roughly 3 000 Vikings.
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Lansing
Mich
Oldsmobile
Hudson Essex offers wide color range in postwar market
Courtney Johnson of Hudson Motor Car Company says the modern buyer demands precise colors and color combinations for automobiles. He notes a shift from prewar limits to today’s diversified palette, reflecting the public’s clear preference for customization.
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Courtney Johnson
Hudson Motor Car Company
Germany
England
Trade by Peaceful Penetration in Colonial Markets
The piece compares British and German trade tactics in India, noting Britain's limited colored cotton samples and German use of white cotton with a paints box to invite merchants to mix colors. The Germans supplied any color the merchant chose, capturing the market. The author likens this to modern efforts with Hudson and Essex cars offering a wide range of color variations to satisfy public demand.
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England
India
New Buicks Popular With British Public
Buick cars win praise in British press for 1929 coachwork speed reliability and gadget filled design. The New Statesman lauds its practical owner friendly features and says British makers imitate its layout, though not always as well.
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America
New Statesman
London Review
Buick
England
the New Statesman
Erskine Sets New Performance Record
The Erskine Six Sedan covered 326 miles from Las Cruces to Santa Fe New Mexico in eight hours forty two minutes, beating the previous record by an hour. Driver Daniel Vaughan, Studebaker dealer in Las Cruces, reported 20 miles per gallon with no water or oil added, and the run included Labajada Hill at 30 mph.
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Las Cruces
Santa Fe
New Mexico
Studebaker
Labajada
Erskine
Daniel Vaughan
Rapid Assembly in Dodge Brothers Plant
The Dodge Brothers New Six final assembly line completes a car in 1 hour 59 minutes after starting down the 1451 foot lines with a capacity of one car every 36 seconds. Hundreds of inspections ensure parts fit like puzzle pieces as the dynometer tests precede engine installation into the chassis.
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Dodge Brothers
New Cars Reflect Women Influence In Design
A historical note observes rising female influence on new car designs and fittings. It cites seasonally coordinated colors and luxury interior trim as marking a broader trend across both budget and high priced models, signaling Milady’s tastes shaping automotive styling.
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Milady
Value-giving through volume production in early sedans
The landaulet sedan gains a new body this year, appearing in the medium low priced Oakland All American Six. A soft fabric top over the rear quarter gives a swagger air appealing to women drivers. After its debut, Pontiac Big Six and others adopt this style with adjustable driver seats on both Oakland and Pontiac models.
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Oakland
Pontiac
Goodyear Announces Pathfinder Tire Goodyear Pathfinder Tire Debuts
Goodyear announces the Pathfinder tire with G M Marsh and Son noting the product comes from the world’s largest tire maker and suits a broad motorist audience in the city. The service station at 119 West avenue highlights its significance and expected popularity among drivers.
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G. M. Marsh & Son
Goodyear
West Avenue
Goodyear Tire Deemed Superior Among Small Makers
A Goodyear executive extols the tire as equal or superior to rivals in its price class, noting it stands out for quality among smaller manufacturers. He cites enduring reputation, autumn demand, and the tire’s value for auto owners amid price pressures.
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Goodyear Company
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