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The World's Finest Small Car The New Lanchester “Ten "

A RIDE IN THE NEW "LANCHESTER" TEN WILL CONVINCE YOU OF THE SUPERIOR QUALITIES OF THIS CAR.

TWO SPECIAL DAIMLER FEATURES ARE STANDARD FLUID TRANSMISSION FOR ABSOLUTE FOOL PROOF GEAR-CHANG.. ING, AND SMOOTHNESS AT ALL SPEEDS FROM 5 M.P.H, TO

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AND PATENTED INDEPENDENT GEAR, 65 M.P.H. ON PRONT WHEEL

RIDING SUSPENSION FOR UNEXCELLED COMFORT, FINE ROAD-HOLDING AND CORNERING. SUCH PERFECTION HAS NOT BEEN POSSIBLE BEFORE IN A CAH AT SUCH A MODERATE PRICE.

HK$11,360.00 NET1

FIRST TWO SHIPMENTS SOLD OUT. NEXT SHIPMENT ARRIVING

S.S. "DENBIGHSHIRE" END MARCH SOLE AGENTS:

CHINA MOTOR AGENCIES & SALES CO.

Stock Exchange Building.

Telephone: 25247.

Cadillac

1949

PRESENTS ITS GREATEST ENGINEERING ACHIEVEMENT IN 45 YEARS

In keeping with its 45-year tradition of archism always for the 'ultimate- Cadilise presents, this year, a new moler car engine, totally new in drslan and Performance--the highest development yet attained in automotive power planta... This new engine is designed to xire exceptionally high power output, strik inly better road performaner; smoother, quieler operation; Enger lifes and int epenned furl remoms... The W 160 horsepower Cadillac power plant i compuef, V-type, B-cylinder engine of valve-in-head drain, with relatively larga bere and short strok Basically, this new, almpler, lighter engine is designed to take full advantage of the higher arlane fuels which are experted in the prera on the immediately head...........After years at renenech in the laboratory and

helter motoring - worthy road, Cadiller present this basic achievement in

A few pal aucernor to the nest performing motor car engine in the world. #tea--will your own fout on the acceleratur--w[]] prare to you that Codilise hau gives the world a new vlanderd for automotive engines,

For Further Particulars Phone

FAR EAST MOTORS LIMITED.

26, Nathan Road.

KOWLOON.

Dodge

MEANS POWER!

When you want plenty of power, you want an all-new Dodge Truck.

You got power you need when you need it... because your Dodge is built to fit your job. It gives you the right one of 7 Improved engines," the right ̧

THE CHINA MAIL, SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 1049,

MOTORING NEWS AND VIEWS

CURRENT YEAR'S NEW MODELS WHEELS TOTALLY ENCLOSED

Freshly styled models which have been announc- od for the 1949 season by Nash Motors, of Detroit, represent the first produc- tion cors to adopt the mo- dern Italian toshion of totally enclosing the wheels.

Produced by a Nash

division of the

Kelvinator Corporation, Cycle Exports

these now models intro-

duce some daringly un- usual ideas to a wide public.

Two nindels comprise the range, beth based on designs which in

Increase Noted

and

Exports of

London, March 1.

British-bullt cyclos

motor cycles last month achieved the unprecedented value

above the 1948 monthly average, itself a record.

AMERICAN INDIVIDUALIST-First American automobilo

to adopt the enclosed front wheels which have recently been featured by Italian speciallet coachbuilders,

the 1949 Nash

may be a portent of the shape of things to come.

IMPROVED BICYCLES MADE IN BRITAIN

and exhibited in London recently were lighter, brighter and better than ovar.

mechanical details are backed by of more than $2,000,000 £500,000 Bicycles manufactured in the factories of Britain considerable experience. The "800" is well established in favour as one of the smaller U.S. automo- biles, with its 2.8-litre side-value six-cylinder engine. Higher per formance tastes orc catered for by the Ambassador, which

by A powered

14

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The overall figure, which gives Britain a world lend in this field,

Most of the thousand ex for their use. Bilaminated erome

staml,

was thcluding components) 2-hibited had lost several pounds building and, a new steel chain- 3.0-litre 700,000 compared with £2,200,000, in weight since similar machines wheel set were specialities on this having pushrod-operated the 1948 average.

were shown at the last ex- valves, Both types

1938. hibition in London in

Used in 102 countries, the Her- The increase in eyele exports These changes have been gch-cules bicycle is world-renowned, was absorbed mainly by India, ieved by the use of modern and a very complete range, includ- Malaya, Burma, the Dutch East processes, improved steels and Ing many special export models, was shown. One of the features Indies and Latin Americo. The designs, and the adaptation o

of this sland WOR

the colour two biggest customers for motor special light alloys to practically cycles were Australla, just under every part, fitting and acces 2,000, and Argentina with 1,500. sary. The total number of bleycles and motor cycles sent abroad last month was 180,16K and 7,561 respectively.

of power unit are distinguish-

the Use a ed externally by cast-in induction systems, which muke for extreme under-bonnet Both engines also now neatness, Incorporate many new detail im- new provements, among them design of water pump and counter- balanced crankshafts of increased stiffness,

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Integral with the power unit on each model in a single dry plate clutch, of Borg and Beck design, with the return spring linkage in- ing a variables leverage to constant effort through the range of pedal travel. Also used in a Warner three-spoed gearbox, with synchromesh engage- ment for the two upper ratios an interesting detail is the use

use of die-cast fight alloy rear extensions to the gearbox on enrs equipped with an overdrive,

AI

by

when an overdive unit fa fitted these ration Bre lowered approximately 10 per cent. to give extra direct-drive acceleration.

only

single universal joint, which is fully protected from road grit, and the new modela differ from their predecessors in having rubber-mounted ball bearings installed halfway along the torque tube to steady the propeller shaft, The rear axle is a hypold geared unit, permitting a low transmits sion line, and the pinion shaft is firmly held in taper roller bear- jaks.

the

mishing. Many quite new And fascinating shades were used

and schemes

Three highlights on the B.S.A. Fittings shown in light alloy for

attracted large crowds. the first time in England included stand derailleur variable gears lamps First, the Gold series of sporting and lamp reflectors, variable-gear lightweights has re-appeared, hub-shells, chain-wheel acts, headed by an entirely new model, pedals, dynamos and many smaller the Gold Column, of which prac

Lically every part is "special." It parts.

retails at 38 10s. Od, inclusive. These machines also had a new A new 4-speed derailleur, colour finishes. The demand in also had some novel features, brightness due to new brilliant Four-Stor, a light sporting type, Britain for more colourful bicycles

the

three

is a symptom of the desire to Refinements on the Sunbeam escape from drabnese und qus- bicycles included twist-grip terity. The overseas markets operation of the B.S.A. have always called for colours, speed gear, and handle bars with but the present-day finishes have concealed brake levers, special lustre and durability as well.

The firm of Reynolds were able to point to the best bicycles on every stand as exhibitions of their product-the well-known 531 tub- ing. A range of no fewer than 25

on

This overdrivo unit ia an entional fitment, and incorporates an epicyclic step-up gear of 0.7/1

The rigid torque tube, to which

Visitors to the show all agreed ratio with automatic changing the axle in braced by diagonal that the new models are easier to gears. It is possible to lock the stays, is used to provide rear axle ride, more comfortable and safer. unit in direct drive, but in

location, in conjunction with a This is due the carefully lightweight models appeared Borial use an upward change into

tranaverae Panhard rod. The thought-out frame ungles, increas- the Sun stand. The well-known overdrive is made. whenever the

racers stood rear springs are thus freed fromed life through resilience in the Wasp and Vitesse. throttle is closed momentarily at all duties save those of supporting right places, better braking and alongside a new short wheelbase speeds above a set minimum, while the cur and are of coll type, giving steering,

model called the Manx and pri- direct gear may be regained

minimum weight and eliminating|

Imarily intended for races such as any time by the driver's pressing uncontrolled friction.

It was noticed that Armstrong the Manx bicycle T.T. Prices are the accelerator pedal right down to

Cycles Ltd., have paid close atten- from £12 to £32 10s. Od. for the the floor. Non-overdrive ears of

Front suspension la niso by coll tion to the special needs of the home market, but some special the twe sizes use rear axle ration springs, the wheels being indepen- modern club cyclist. In their export models were also shown. of 4.4/1 ad 4.1/1 respectively; dently loented by an orthodox range Continental type light-

and weights they have aimed at com- Norman cycles, which do a big linkage of unequal length

exhibited an sightly swept-back wishbones. At bining super quality of workman export trade, olso

of machines. both front and rear, telescopic-ship with moderate prices. The extensive range type hydraulle shock absorbers are top price (inclusive) is £28 10s. Great developments have been neatly mounted within

made by the Enfield Cycle Co, Ltd., coll ed. Unusual Design

In the use of alloys and light springs, and on the Ambussader

Brown Bros, Ltd, put on what steels for their sporting and club an anti-roll torsion bar is was virtually a show model

11 itself, models, of which three. of those Enclosure of the propeller shaft added to the front Ruspension.

which included practically every nxhibited are entirely now. This within a torque tube is a compara- Enclosure of the front. wheels thing in the cycle and kindred company's well-known range of tively unusual feature of the de- within fairings, which do not ex-trades. Their speciai Vindec

With this layout there is tend outwards beyond the line 01 Safety Roadster gives a low riding touring and utility machines at-i

the body sides, has not interfered position very safe in traffic. You with the obtaining of an accept can put your foot to the ground ably compact turning circle: the at any time. Some of the first track is smaller at the front than products of the new supermodern at the rear, by 5 ins, but this is Triumph factory at Coventry improvements in sporting, models not on amount of "crab-tracking" were on show. They included 2 greatly exceeding that used on very special racing model which two and threewheelers, many other modern cars.

had been kept secret before the of them equipped with new ire- show. The Three Spires ma- finemerits. Tricycles for young No separate chassis is used on chines were only for Buyers from and old riders were a speciality. the new cars, although an under-overseas, frame may be distinguished as

A new method of electric fusing, part of the structure; it is welded High lights of the JA. Phillips called the Amalgam, was used for into one unit with this full-width & Co. Ltd., exhibition were their building some of the frames for body frame to form an extremely range of high-grade complete plete range for home and export Dayton cycles, of which a com- rigid whole.,

machines, the first they had been was shown, Racing machines able to show publicly since they The styling of the four-door six began making them in 1945, and were one of the features of this

stand. light saloon bodies is best seen the lengthy range of ultra modern from the photographs, and takes pedals, hubs and brakes. Alloys considerable advantage from the and special steels are widely used, elimination of any visible wheel and weights are remarkably low. covers. Flexible springs and the

Tels. 50840 & 57250 | sign.

clutch, axle and transmission. And the now Dodge Truck's many Improvements give you Tower moaintenance costs, longer truck fe, more eco- nomical operation.

Come in and see for yourself.

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use of bumper-fitting jacks have eliminated all need for removable

Thiof-Proof Lock

.

tracted much attention.

Sport Models....

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BRITISH CITROËN

Light Fifteen

(FRONT WHEEL DRIVE)

- NOW ON VIEW AT

Pioneers of many of the modern OLYMPIC MOTORS LTD.,

in lightweight construction. They Hobbs of Barbican are specialists' showed many models of frames, also bicycles and tandems, and their Lytaloy special alloy' head Attings, brakes, pedals, and chain- panels, each wheel dropping for The Raleigh Industries group, wheel sets. The last-named have enough to allow it to be taken off comprising Raleigh, Humber, features claimed to be unique in the studs and slid out of its en- Robin Hood, Rudge-Whitworth British alloy acts. closure.

and Sturmez-Archer, exhibited 112

Internally, a long-standing Nash number of gears. The Dynohub, try Eagle models were entirely complete machines and a large. No fewer than 8 of the Coven- feature has been retained in im- which generates light from the new, There were two groups-the proved form; the back-rests of the front or rear hub, has been im- Classic De Luxe, with detachable bench-type ecate fold down to con- proved and lightened. Stainless gearcases and 3-speed huba; and vert the interior of the car into steel spokes and, a thief-proof lock the sports and racing models com- a luxurious double-berth caravan. in the fork-crown are features of priming the Flying Ace and the Also retained and improved in the machines in this group.

Golden Eagle The last-named, Weather Eyo," A thermostat

equipped with all the latest im- which regulates the car' heater; The range of Sturmoy-Archer 3 | provements, costa 220 18. 20. this unit is located behind the and 4-speed hubs now have alloy Inclusive. facia panel, where it can draw air shells, one-third ¡the weight of through a filter element, from a steel. A 3-speed fixed hüb was All the special racing models on large external ventilator.;

shown for the first time in cyeling the stand of Parkes Light-weight history. Another new hub is a Cycles Ltd., were also new. There Public reactions to these stylish four-speed with close-ratio gears, was an Internation, a Many Start, How Ame can models will, doubt-ftaleigh Industries export to 100 a Track racer, a Century, an Auto- less, bo watched closely by other countries...

graph and an Oppy. These all manufacturers in all parts of the

appealed tó : "the *corinoisseur, world. It is worthy "of, mention Sportsmen crowded round the Bicycles, priced from C11 19#, 1d. that despite their low and rakish Cloud Butler, stand, where there to. £33 Os. Dd. figured, on the ilnos, the two now earn both have were a large number of specialist Dawes stand, and comprised; -o over: 7 Ins ground clearance, the lightweight bicycles and tandems truly representative range of critical lawent point being a cross- There was good nows for Ittle lightweights, for racing and general member holow the gearbox, men; the Drevit model is designed | purposes.

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