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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1914
Page
4
Automobile engineers report 1915 models continue a seven year trend toward lighter, streamlined cars with redesigned bodies and higher production. Prices are generally $100 to $200 lower than last year as manufacturers aim to reduce weight and improve efficiency while maintaining performance.
A vintage warning on auto safety urges constant caution. It lists rules about yielding to pedestrians, passing children, stopping at railroad crossings, and slow driving in doubt. The piece laments carelessness and calls for stronger, memorable reminders to protect all road users.
Local Studebaker reps received formal notification of new output gains and a lower price scale. The launch includes lighter weight, more room, and stronger engines with 15 percent more power across four and six cylinder lines, plus two new body types a five passenger six and a three passenger four roadster.
Washington observers note feverish interest in the 1915 auto models as dealers show updated cars with standard equipment like electrical starting and weatherproof seating. Manufacturers claim gains over 1914, though no records were broken last year. dealers face pressure to unveil early to beat rivals.
A vintage safety guidance warns motorists about starting, handling, and maintaining cars. It emphasizes not speeding on wrong sides of streets, ensuring the emergency brake is released, retarding spark, gentle gear shifts, avoiding sudden braking on wet pavement, using proper oil and grease, checking electrical, fuel, and oil lines, and performing regular adjustments and inspections to prevent roadside breakdowns.
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