Veteran Motor Cars
Veteran Motor Cars by Michael E. Ware, published by Bloomsbury USA on March 4, 2008, is a detailed exploration of the evolution of motor vehicles made before 1918. This 32-page book examines the transition from early models, which were essentially horse-drawn carriages equipped with petrol engines, to more sophisticated and comfortable vehicles leading up to the First World War. The narrative highlights the changing perception of motoring from a pastime for the affluent to a legitimate mode of transportation.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of how these early motor cars developed, reflecting on their historical significance within the broader context of transportation. The book delves into the technological advancements that contributed to the improvement of these vehicles, providing insights into the era’s automotive innovations. With a focus on the veteran and Edwardian periods, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history of motoring and its impact on society.
Official synopsis Publisher
Veteran cars are those made not later than 1918 and were thus the earliest motor cars to appear on the roads of Britain. The first models basically comprised the frame and bodywork of a horse-drawn carriage fitted with a petrol engine, but during the period up to the First World War they became much more comfortable and efficient vehicles. This book describes how the motor car developed from its unpromising origins in the 1880s and 1890s, when motoring was mainly a hobby for wealthy eccentrics, until it came to be seen as a serious means of transport.
About the author
Michael Ware is the retired Director of the National Motor Museum at Beaulieu. In 1959 he formed his own photographic business specialising in motor-racing photography. The veteran and Edwardian periods of motoring are his favourites and he greatly enjoys driving cars of this era.
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