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Quick History About Automobiles

Quick History About Automobiles

It is hard to say who the first person was that invented the automobile. The first known designer Leonardo de Vinci can date back to the 15th century when he designed transport vehicles. There have been thousands of patents and historians can not agree on what qualifies as the first automobile. What most do not realize, there were several inventors with their own styles and types of automobiles- steam, electric, and gasoline.  
The first steamed-powered road vehicle can be credited to French military engineer Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot in 1769. He built a steamed-powered tricycle meant for hauling artillery but need to recuperate enough time to move after traveling with passengers. He later came up with a second model that weighed almost 10,000 pounds, but this model had a habit of tipping when not hauling artillery.
Karl Friedrich Benz and Gottlieb Daimler are two inventors of the gasoline-powered vehicle. They have been recognized as the true inventors of the type even after not ever meeting. Both men filed their patents on the same day, January 29, 1886, in two different German cities, believe it or not!
It was not soon after that American inventors followed and dominated the industry. Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler emerged by the 1920’s and was known as the “Big Three.” Charles Duryea and his brother Frank designed the first American gasoline automobile in 1893 and won the first American car race two years later. They ended up making their first sale of an American-made gasoline car soon after that win.
Over the years, the auto industry has made it possible for Americans to enjoy outdoor recreation and boosted the growth of tourism also ending rural isolation. This also allowed to development and access to service/gas stations, restaurants, and motels along the roadside. Let's not forget the construction of roads and street as being the largest items of government expenditure.

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Few inventions have had a profound impact on the world. The automobile has affected several aspects of society including business and the environment. There are many thanks to be given to these inventors with their success that has played throughout history. Williams Group Auto is proud to take part by providing certified pre-owned vehicles to the people of Abilene and the surrounding area. Contact us today and schedule a test drive with one of our professional staff members. You can call 325-793-2500, or you can visit our virtual showroom at www.williamsgroupauto.com to view our entire available inventory.

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