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Measurements:
overall: 63 in x 81 in x 221 in; 160.02 cm x 205.74 cm x 561.34 cm
Object Name:
Automobile
Date made:
1948
Description:
Preston Tucker's automobile was promoted as "the first completely new car in fifty years" because of its novel engineering and safety features and its unique styling. The rear-mounted engine and rubber suspension were designed to improve performance and reduce noise, fumes, and vibration. Safety features included a center headlight that turned with the front wheels and collision protection provided by a pop-out windshield, padded dashboard, and "safety chamber" for the front passenger. Tucker's styling gave the car a futuristic appearance and an impression of power and speed. Fifty-one cars were built before production was halted due to financial problems.
Subject:
Automobiles  Search this
Credit Line:
U.S. Department of Justice. U.S. Marshals Service
ID Number:
1993.0484.01
Accession number:
1993.0484
Catalog number:
1993.0484.01
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Work and Industry: Transportation, Road
Sports & Leisure
Automobiles
America on the Move
Transportation
Road Transportation
Exhibition:
America On The Move
Exhibition Location:
National Museum of American History
Data Source:
National Museum of American History
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EDAN-URL:
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