Franklin Airman Limited joins luxury era with updated interior
New Franklin Airman Limited debuts with refined exterior and interior upgrades. Upholstery uses broadcloth, five and seven passenger layouts add rear arm rests, tufted cushions removed, Wilton carpeting, cloth covered door frames, and mahogany style dash. Interior fittings include a shop ping list, beveled mirror, white gold cigarette case, ash receivers, and electric lighter. Exterior gains taller grille, raised headlights, higher license bracket, nickel silver running boards, and exclusive paint finishes. New York July 13 UP report notes enhanced prestige and design alignment with modern luxury trends.
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2 000 000th Willys Overland car leaves plant
Toledo July 14 The 2 000 000th car built by Willys Overland rolled off the line on July 2 a Willys Knight Standard Six sedan priced under 1000 dollars The milestone caps a six month production peak exceeding any prior year except 1926 214460 produced then The firm projects continued strength with Whippet and Willys Knight models driving demand and a 12 million cash reserve supports resumed dividends August 1 from the company directors Chevrolet adds capacity above 1 25 million vehicles annually with plants nationwide and an export plant at Bloomfield New Jersey
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Chevrolet Posts 1928 Production Run With 750000 Milestone
Chevrolet reports 1928 first six months output of 751,536 cars and trucks, up from 607,749 a year earlier, with June 132,794 units the best sixth month yet. Daily average 5,315 units, and May 28 set a daily record of 7,075. Total to July 1 reaches 784,255 including 32,719 of the Bigger and Better models. production expected to exceed one million before October. New Atlas plant opened to boost capacity by 350 units daily, with another large facility planned for fall.
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European market opens to American cars, Grant says
R. L. Grant vice president of Chevrolet returns from a six week overseas tour. He credits American volume production and precision for lower prices and stronger export prospects. Grant notes Europe’s bicycle culture signals potential auto demand and cites meetings with Chevrolet dealers in London Paris Antwerp Berlin Copenhagen.
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Studebaker Reports Large June Sales Gain Worldwide
Studebaker Erskine announces June sales up 51 percent from a year ago with 13 000 units sold world wide. First half 1928 totals reach 75 000 units, up 20 percent from 1927, aided by foreign demand and Canada gains. A new President Eight model priced at 1685 is showcased as volume remains strong.
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