Name the biggest turning points in auto evolution. Like the Model T assembly line, the rubber tire, windshiel wiper etc.
2007-01-14 08:54:21 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
You stated the Best 3....
I look at it just a bit different.
1st car to break the 100 MPH mark.
2nd Breaking the sound barrier with a car.
3rd Turbo Charger, 4-71 6-71 blowers, And SuperChargers All tied.
4th Having Options for different models.(( I miss being able to Order the car Like back in the 60's and 70's))
Good Question....
2007-01-14 09:01:17 · answer #1 · answered by Spinner...428 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here's my picks:
1. Development of the internal combustion engine - it has so far worked better than steam or battery power.
2. The electric starter, which definitely beats having to turn a crank to make it go.
3. Electronic controls such as fuel injection, transistorized ignition, and the like.
2007-01-14 18:29:41 · answer #2 · answered by Mad Scientist Matt 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The assembly line,
CAD Design
Dynometer
2007-01-14 22:58:48 · answer #3 · answered by sideshow 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Big block engines.Diesel engines and ethonal power cars.
2007-01-14 17:02:25 · answer #4 · answered by coolcat70444 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Invention of gasoline, and the gasoline engine.
2007-01-14 17:03:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. fuel injection
2. computerization
3. lock-up automatic transmission
2007-01-14 16:58:42 · answer #6 · answered by Tinman_2_54 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋