World History of the Automobile
Download or Read eBook World History of the Automobile PDF written by Erik Eckermann and published by SAE International. This book was released on 2001-09-01 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
Author | : Erik Eckermann |
Publisher | : SAE International |
Total Pages | : 384 |
Release | : 2001-09-01 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780768048667 |
ISBN-13 | : 0768048664 |
Rating | : 4/5 (67 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis World History of the Automobile by : Erik Eckermann
Book excerpt: This book details the development of the automobile from its early beginnings to the present day. With emphasis on the European historical perspective, particularly the pioneering developments which occurred in Germany, World History of the Automobile chronicles the early vehicles by Daimler, Maybach and Benz, the "Mercedes Era," the role of motor vehicles in World Wars I and II, and the numerous technological and business revolutions of the second half of the 20th century.