The Gasoline Automobile

Name: The Gasoline Automobile
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ISBN: 9781025679655

George W B Hobbs, Ben G B Elliott

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English

Tradd Street Press
14 February 2026

History of engineering & technology; Automotive technology & trades; Road & motor vehicles: general interest; Vehicle maintenance & manuals

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""The Gasoline Automobile"" serves as a comprehensive and authoritative guide to the mechanical principles and operational intricacies of the early 20th-century motor vehicle. Written by George W. B. Hobbs and Ben G. B. Elliott, this work was designed to provide a thorough understanding of the internal combustion engine and the various systems that powered the rapid expansion of automotive travel during the 1920s.

The text delves into the fundamental mechanics of the gasoline engine, covering essential components such as cylinders, pistons, valves, and ignition systems. Beyond the engine itself, ""The Gasoline Automobile"" explores the complexities of transmissions, differentials, braking systems, and electrical equipment. It offers practical insights into the maintenance and repair of vehicles from a formative era in transport history, making it an invaluable resource for understanding how early automobiles were constructed and operated.

Whether viewed as a technical manual or a historical record of engineering progress, this work captures a pivotal moment when the automobile transitioned from a luxury novelty to a cornerstone of modern life. It remains a significant reference for automotive enthusiasts, historians of technology, and those interested in the evolution of the modern car.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: George W B Hobbs, Ben G B Elliott
Imprint: Tradd Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 27mm
Weight: 744g
ISBN: 9781025679655
ISBN 10: 1025679652
Pages: 536
Publication Date: 14 February 2026
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active