Stupid designs
Article Abstract:
The 1970s marked a low point in the art of automobile manufacturing. Part of the problem was emissions standards, the other part was the attitude of automobile workers who seemed to care little about their workmanship. It was during this era that the Japanese made significant gains.
Publication Name: Road & Track
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0035-7189
Year: 1992
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The right tool for the job
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Any good automobile mechanic knows it is important to use the right tool for the job. A personal guide to tool use includes mechanics knives, which are used to cut through the objects inside cardboard boxes, and pliers, which are perfect for rounding off bolt heads.
Publication Name: Road & Track
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0035-7189
Year: 1996
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The old gear bag
Article Abstract:
A vintage sports car race car driver describes purchasing new racing shoes, a helmet and gloves. He reminisces about his old equipment and discusses how the equipment needed has changed over the years.
Publication Name: Road & Track
Subject: Automobiles
ISSN: 0035-7189
Year: 1999
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