Most important trend is toward greater horsepower in order to achieve better performance; limits to increase in horsepower pointed out; multispeed arrangements for drive; scientific use of light metals leads to good results in weight saving; problem of brakes; economic value of driver comfort; advantages offered by weight redistribution; legislation and regulations are important factors influencing truck design.


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    Title :

    Economics shape truck trends


    Additional title:

    Soc Automotive Engrs -- J


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1949


    Size :

    5 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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