Use of motor truck in local and long-distance general hauling, retail delivery service of drygoods, and chain-store supplies, oil industry, and transportation of express matter is discussed; use of containers by railroads for less-than-carload and for bulk freight; motor truck in conjunction with airplane transportation; biggest problem is application to present-day requirements, comprehensive use of motor truck in short-haul areas of large cities, and its coordination with railroads.


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    Title :

    Application of motor transport to the movement of freight


    Additional title:

    Soc. Automotive Engrs. Jl


    Contributors:


    Publication date :

    1929


    Remarks:

    30 Figs.


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English




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