Light Loads Limit Medium and Small Trucks’ Adoption
Historical industry analysis shows freight moved by horse and wagon, with motor trucks displacing only a small share. Government figures indicate 15 percent of U.S. transportation by motor vehicles, leaving vast room for growth. Average heavy hauls show transfer loads around 4500 pounds, while delivery loads range 7 to 8 percent of total volume, favoring large delivery fleets over smaller trucks.
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Commercial Car Journal
Parcel Post
Interstate Commerce Commission
United States
Small delivery vehicles handle most goods in trade
The piece notes that 7 to 80 percent of merchandise transport could be done by smaller vehicles with 20 to 45 percent by large trucks. It cites interstate figures showing 95 percent of parcel weights under 50 pounds and average loads around 650 pounds for retail, with Philadelphia store data revealing payloads often under 25 percent of vehicle weight.
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New York
Philadelphia
Week of record Overland shipments tops history
Willys-Overland reports the six work days ending October 17 set company records with 1400 Overland cars shipped totaling over 1300000 dollars. Since July 11 shipments reach 11400 cars, up 40 percent from last year and 60 percent above two years ago. President John N Willys calls figures tangible proof of strong auto demand despite war.
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Wilys-Overland Company
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Three Passenger Studebaker Roadster Promises Front Seat Comfort
The article discusses car seating designs, praising a new Studebaker four roadster that fits three abreast on a single wide seat. By offsetting the driver slightly ahead, it grants freer steering and arm movement while improving foot room for all occupants.
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