Predicted Rise in Auto Prices Cited by Cadillac Executive
Lyman McNaughton, vice president of Cadillac, forecasts higher motor car prices as production tightens and quality standards rise. He notes 1923 price levels set value peaks, ongoing conservative schedules, and improvements in metallurgy, engine, and body design leading to longer vehicle life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyman McNaughton
Cadillac Motor Car Company
Mr. McNaughton
National Automobile Chamber of Commerce
Auto Building Leads in American Industry
The article notes that automobile output will top all other American industries in value for the current calendar year. It estimates 1923 production may reach over 3 billion dollars and cites more than 15 million roadable cars in existence per the Bureau of Public Roads.
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United States
Bureau of Public Roads
Protect the Springs and Motors for Longevity
Practical guidance on keeping a motor car springs and chassis in good condition to extend tire mileage. Mentions United States leading in telephone conversations per year and notes about bent globe pumps and gas furnaced annealing. Describes an electrically exploded wire as a substitute for flashlights in instant photography.
Pierce Arrow Unveils Moderately Priced Series 80 Car
Pierce-Arrow introduces the Series 80 seven passenger touring car priced at 2895 with a 140 inch wheelbase and six cylinder engine. The new model mirrors the larger Dual-Valve Six in quality but offers lower price and higher production.
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Pierce-Arrow
United
Evanston Motor Sales
Davis Street
America
William D. Reagan
Pierce- Arrow
Buffalo
Rainy Weather Affects Ignition Systems In Chicago
A Chicago Motor Club bulletin warns rain damages ignition systems causing delays and higher repair costs. It notes July and August now bring about 200 calls daily, triple the normal 75. A fix is to wrap a rubber tube over coil distributor and wires to keep water out. Slow driving through water one to two feet deep is advised to avoid carburetor immersion.
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Mechanical First Aid Department
Chicago Motor Club
Club Service Department
Auto Dollars Worth More Now Than a Decade Ago
The National Automobile Chamber of Commerce reports that a 1913 dollar buys more in autos gas tires today than ten years ago. With 111 cents for autos 101 cents for gas and 123 cents for tires the era’s prices favor car buying. Prewar dollar buys 61 cents for living costs and 50 percent higher production fuels optimism as output hits about 4 million vehicles.
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National Automobile Chamber of Commerce
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