Automotive history, the vintage era

Front

What year were hydraulic brakes invented?

Back

1919

Front

Lead was first added to gasoline to help control the burn rate: It was known as _____

Back

ethyl

Front

Which manufacturer built one of the most successful racing cars in 1924 with over 1,000 victories in five years?

Back

Bugatti

Front

In 1925, the first national car ______ company was established by Joe Saunders.

Back

rental

Front

Who once held the land speed record and was later the first driver to be killed in pursuit of the land speed record?

Back

John Godfrey Parry-Thomas

Front

In 1927, the Ford model _ started production, making it the bestselling model of the era.

Back

A

Front

Pontoon styling bodywork enclosed the full width and uninterrupted length of a car body, which eliminated previously distinct _______ boards and articulated fenders.

Back

running

Front

Around 1924, straight _ cylinder engines became popular.

Back

8