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WHIPPET

FOURS & SIXES

INCREASED POWER

LONGER WHEEL BASE

OHROMIUM PLATED RADIATORS

LONGER SPRINGS

GREATER BEAUTY

And LOWEST PRICES in their respective classes

SHOWROOM

“DURO" MOTOR CO., LTD. SERVICE STATION NATHAN ROAD, KOWLOON.

DISTRIBUTORS -GILMAN & CO., LTD.”

NEW BRITISH CAR FOR OVERSEAS.

THE MORRIS ISIS SIX.

Any new motor production from Cowley in naturally of widespread interest. The latest model, known as the Morris Isis Six, has been designed for work in the Domi alons, Colonies, and Protectorates, In fact the lactory's output, at any rate for the present, is entirely for export.

Porris Motors have not attempt ed to cheapen the quality in order

JOHN N. WILLYS. SEES GROWTH IN EXPORTS.

WIDE ACCEPTANCE OF

AMERICAN MADE PRODUCTS.

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John N. Willys, president of the Willys-Overland Company, returned on the Leviathan with Sir William

THE HONG KONG DAILY PRESS, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 21, 1929.

MOTOR NOTES

A CONVINCING PERFORM- |-·FAMOUS POET'S CRANDSON

ANCE.

BECOMES SECRETARY OF DUNLOP ORGANISATION,

A test of a 4-ton rigid six-wheeler Albion was recently organised in Nairobi by the local concessionaires for Kenya (anys Motor Transport). In one test the lorry, with a 21-ton load, was driven down a steep slope into a stream-bed and up the other side. The lorry dimbed out with put hesitation, and with no wheel spin or slip, although no chains were employed. The vehicle thea proceeded to cross the same stream-tries, bed at an angle.

In the next test the vehicle was driven along the side of a steep hill covered by bush and pitted with holes, and later a short, steep

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A grandson of Lord Tennyson, the poet laureate, is now secretary. of the Dunlap organisation at its headquarters in London. He is Mr. C. B. L. Tennyson, C.M.G. who, until taking up his present appointment, was deputy director

ROYALTY SELECT CARS WITH SLEEVE-VALVE ENGINES.

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PREFERENCE DATES, BACK TO KING EDWARD VII.

The question of what type of motor-cars the royal family · of Great Britain will drive during the

of the Federation of British Indus-next few years was answered a few days ago when their Majesties re-

Mr. Tesayeon is the second son I placed their personal and household of the poet's younger son and a

cars with three new model of the cousin of the famook English sports- man, the present Lord Tennyson.ame type that have been in the He himself has played, for Camoval household since the days of bank and Ealf a mile of 1 in 3hridge University against Oxford King Edward VII, father of King gradient over scrub and story University at golf.

George, the present ruler. ground were negotiated. After- wards an inspection of the vehicle was carried out, and it was found that, in spite of the hot sun and the amount of low-gear work, prae- tically no water had been used ex cept through the overflow tube owing to the rough ground.

To demonstrate braking powers the vehicle was stopped on, a 1 in slope, first on the hand brake and

the

-MOTOR-CYCLING.

WILLYS

KNIGHT

CARS & TRUCKS.

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4.

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COSTING FORMS FOR THE

SMALL OWNER..

SPORTSMAN'S COUPE

FOR £175.

ALINT

to obtain a very "eut price." No that 1929 automotive exporta from loaded up to 3 tans, and was put International Six Days' Motor shooting on the moors while a gray have done well in the first instance, back and crimson fabric and the

It is no exaggeration to state Fashion changes in cars as in that many small and, at least, a clothes, and the latest "cut" in few large operators have gone un-motor cars is the Sportsman's der," says Bus and Coach, for no Coupé. Hitherto cars of this de- other reason than that they failed sign have been relatively high to keep adequate records of the priced, and the announcement by costs and performances of their the Singer Co, that they are mar- fleets. Some bave been doomed keting a "Junior" Sportsman's from the very first because they Coupé is therefore very interesting- have more or less assumed that re-

The home price of this Acertain inadequate deductions had £175 only, but the mar qualifies for teen made which could not, in fact, its title in all respects. The body cover operating costs. Others who in back or, alternatively, in have assumed that an enlargement wife wheels are finished in crimson. of the fleet would mean necessarily Crimson trimming employed for an enlargement of profits, and have the interior, which has two bucket only discovered their mistake to seats in front, independently ad- make proper provision for deprecia-

in the rear. There is a wide door tion or instalments."

on each side of the To all regular subscribers to the access to the rear compartment. car giving journal Bus and Coach is offering The spare wheel is carried at the on the looseleaf principle, and con- mediately in front of it is a suit- a complete record book, built up extreme rear of the car, and im taining all the sheets that will be ease holder. Access to this enn he necessary in connection with obtained either through the lid at months' operation of the number the top or from the interior of the of vehicles stated by the applicant ear. to be in use.

popular" model of British manu- the United States were shattering at a long hill of 1 in 4. This was facture, however good, will be able all past records and expressed the accomplished in second gear, to compete with American produc opinion that more than $700,000,000 | tions if there is too much diver- | worth of American automotive pro- gence in the relative prices for ma- ducts would be shipped abroad dur. chines of a similar class. At the ing. the present year as compared new Willys-Knight Great Six, ad right, gained by last year's win, type of engine dates back many late. Others again hava omitted to stable, and two occasional seats: same time, all over the world with ittle more than $500,000,000 ace models of which received a

high standard of excellence is ex; | pected of British engineering, and Marris Motors have clearly tried to strike the happy mean in this new model by preserving quality yet making the price to some ex- tent competitive. The natural pre ference of oversen purchasers is undoubtedly in the main for British

The latest motor purchases of their Majesties show a continued preference for automobiles that use the Knight sleave-valve type of engine. These cars replace models that also were powered by aleave THIS YEAR'S INTERNATION.

valve enginca and which were med AL TRIAL.

by, the royal family for five year before they were replaced. The Great Britain will have a hard new limousing for Royalty's town Letta, managing director of Willys secondly on the foot brake along." task to retain the International use is a Daimler, powered by s ceipts represented profits, after Singer Junior has been fixed at..

12-cylinder sleeve-valve engine. Overland Crossley, Ltd., of Lfan- A restart was easily made on the Trophy which they have won threecond car equipped with the same

five years in succession, when the chester, England. Mr. Willys and gradient. The vehicle was

type of engine will be used for Cycle reliability trial is decided next August, Since 1995 the con-

sedan completes the personal cars test has been held in England, but of the British rulers, the Auto-Cycle Union the English. King George'e preference for ears equipped with the sleeve-valve governing body, has waived its to hold the trial in this country. years to the time when his late

the again, and International father, King Edward VIL, pur. Federation will organise the event chased a one-cylinder sleeve valve on the Continent.

engined car. The King and Queen has been received, and nearly half preference among the members of Very strong support from Britain are not alone in this decided engine the 183 entries to date core from the family for Edward of Wales, this country. Among England's the popular heir to the throne, also

Vises 籍 car with

a leave-valve sixty representatives are six ladies, these being the famous trio Mrs. cagine. (better known as Miss Marjorie winners of the International Vase, Cottle), and Mias Edyth Foley, past together with Miss Betty Lermitte. Margaret Newton.

worth during' 1028.

"It would be no surprise to me if American automotive experte for this year would reach the unprece. dented Agure of three quarters of a "I came home from Europe last billion dollara," said Mr. Willys. year with optimistic views as to the

200,000 cars for the half year. The

gratifying reception at the national automobile showe, will be placed on the market in July and should be an important factor in Willys- Knight business during the last half of the year.

machines, and there is no doubt growing demand abroad for Ameri- sales of our entire line of six-cylin- | G. McLean, Mrs. Watson Bourne

that, provided they get quality, &

The engines in the Royal cars are the same type as those employed ducts of the Willys-Overland Com in the Willye-Knight sixes, pro- pany, Toledo, the largest builders cars in the

world.

Seasonal Blackening. "This coupled with increased Those der models, may be expected to can automotive products. views have been justified by recens bring about a substantial develop small additional outlay in first

Now as the result ment in profits during the last hall expert figures. ast is now recognized as a good of this trip, I feel more than over of 1929. It is not improbable that investment. There is no price quat- ed for the Morris Isis fix for this that the export market is in a the Willys-Knight Ene will contri Miss Elizabeth 8turt, and Miss of Knight engined country, but the cost of the saloon most favourable condition for the bute as much as 50 per cent. to the complete in South Africa and Aus-makere of American passenger cara, last half profits. tralia, is about £500. It has been trucks, parts and equipment. realized that appearance is one of the greatest assets in selling a car, and great attention has been paid in this case to the provision of low, appearance without sacrifice of ground clearance. Moreover, con siderable care has been given to obtaining a really satisfactory calour scheme.

The body is an all-metal-full 5 seated saloon. The coachwork docs not just rest on the chassis frame, but the body sides are curved over the sills and thus depth is saved, while strength and a low line are afforded. The body is stated to be practically indestructible and cli- mate-proof, and the makers have realized the importance of adequate ventilation in a car for oversea service. Attention has also been paid to preventing fumes entering the body. The Morris Isis Six has a six-cylinder overhead valve en gine of nearly 3 litres capacity, and is of about 30 h.p. The firin 40 wise in not denominating the car by horse-power rated on the R.Ç.A. Zormula, because such rating. givea an entirely false impression of the power of the British engine, especi ally, a significance whatever, ex- where such a figure has no cept in so far as it creates the be- lief that British care are under- powered. The cubic capacity and the brake horse-power are the real guides, and they should always be considered when comparison is be ing made with American engines. The water circulation is helped by a pump, and there a fan. The old idea, spread by rivals, that the British engine was insufficient. ly cooled for hot climates has for some time now been proved, false, In fact, the danger to-day is that' the average. British car for home uke may be over-cooled. The new Morris has three foward speeds, which is, of course, preferred by all these accustomed to "American cars. and these are changed by a central lever. The suspension is half-elli- ptical, and there are five brakes. The band brake works on the trans- mission, and the four-wheel brakes operate on the Lockheed hydraulic principle, which is simple and gives automatic compensation all. round so far as the application system is concerned. Clearance is just under in., while the wheelbase and track measure Dft. 4in., and 4ft. Sin."

66 MILES ·ON 1 GALLON

OF GASA

Walter Critchlow, 1800 B St.. Wheaton, Ill., USA., has patented Vapor Moisture Gas Saver and Carbon Eliminator för all Autos and Engines that beats any ever got. cut.

Old Fords report as high as 06 miles on 1 gallon, New Fords 55.

Other makes report amazing in. cresses of 1⁄2 to § more...

Mr. Critchlow offers to send 1 to introduce. He also wants County and State Agencies everywhere to make: $250 to $1,000 per month

Write him in English to-day, W. Critchlow, 1809 B St., Wheaton, D, U.S.A.

In Europe.

"Wherever one goes in Europe, it is evident that the products of the American motor industry are in high repute. Furthermore, general business conditions are improving so rapidly in many sections that the people have money to buy cars and trucks far more than previous ly. In view of the fact that the automotive export trade has shown a steady increase each year for five years, I think that by 1931, and possibly in 1930, the motor industry will be shipping a hillion dollars of American products to foreign coun- tres.

"As for the Willys-Overland company's position in the industry, I am thoroughly satisfied with pre- sent conditions and future outlook.

"The industry's seasonal slacken- ing will this summer, more than ever, be offset by increasing volume due to growing prosperity in many other parts of the world. Willys Overland was among the året of American automobile companies to enter the export market before the we have plants in World War England and Germany; and have plans for further plant invest- ment in Antwerp. Naturally our long experience in foreign market is counting heavily in our favour new that foreign prosperity is in pressing the demand for American automobiles to large proportions.

We

"The company's situation, both domestic and foreign, is such that 1828 from a proft viewpoint shows every indication of being one of

our beet veurs."

Mr. Willys has been away since The company is completing one of tended the marriage of his daugh May 15. While in London he at- the best six month periods in its ter, Miss Virginia Willys, to Luis history. Sale wilt approximate Marceline" de Aguirre of Buenos

(Continued on next Column.) Aires.

The Germans also have a strong contingent, with thirty-aire en- tries: Austria bave seven, Ireland and Switzerland six each, Den- Holland, and mark, France. Sweden three each, while Hungary, Italy, and Czechoslovakia each have one rider.

"About a thousand miles will be traversed during the six days, and Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France, and Italy will be included in the itinerary. The start will take place at Munich, on Monday, Aug. 26, and an hour's speed test at Geneva will gonclude the con- test on the following Saturday.

The mountains of Central Europe will provide some of the roughest going, yet included in the series of International Trials, which was started in 1913, and the difficulties will be enhanced by the fact that the average speed which must be maintained is set at 25 m.p.h in comparison with the 20 m.p.h. ache. dule used in British owing to the speed limit.

It goes on and on... and on

The Austin 16 h.p. 6 cylinder Touring car is now in Hong Kong and costs $3,050

Austin 7 h.p. Metal

Saloon at $1,690 and Touring car

at $1,425

are arriving very shortly.

Have you ever watched water gliding smoothly and effortlessly beneath a bridge, never checking, never stopping but going on and on? That is how an Austin travels. There is no hesitation, no faltering, as it eats up mile after mile of the road. You can find no better companion for long, strenuous journeys. For its reliability and lasting quali- ties have helped to make the reputation of British motor engineering throughout the world. The Austin is built to give satisfaction not for a year, or two years, but for as long as you demand its services. For the man of moderate. means the Austin 7 and 16 h.p. models are an investment which cannot be beaten. It will be worth your while to see one before deciding on your next car.

Austin

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Hond Koud

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So useful bas this free offer to record books have already been sup readers proved that cost sheets and plied to concerns running over 1,000 vehicles in the aggregate, chiefly to owners of small feets.

The engine, like that of the Sports Two-Seater, is specially capable of surprising acceleration taned, and the, new Coupé is thus and speed. Altogether it is a vary attractive little car, and should find an appreciative public.

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