Red Bug Runabout, 1928-1930, Used by Ford Family
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This electrically powered Red Bug runabout was used by Edsel and Eleanor Ford's children: Henry, Benson, Josephine, and William. The motor at the rear was fed by two six-volt batteries stored in the box behind the seats. Top speed was about 10 miles per hour, and range was between 20 and 30 miles on a single charge.
This electrically powered Red Bug runabout was used by Edsel and Eleanor Ford's children: Henry, Benson, Josephine, and William. The motor at the rear was fed by two six-volt batteries stored in the box behind the seats. Top speed was about 10 miles per hour, and range was between 20 and 30 miles on a single charge.
Artifact
Automobile
Date Made
1928-1930
Creators
Place of Creation
United States, New Jersey, North Bergen
Creator Notes
Made by Automotive Standards, Inc. in North Bergen, New Jersey.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
48.17.3
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Ray C. Dahlinger.
Material
Metal
Wood (Plant material)
Leather
Rubber (Material)
Color
Red
Dimensions
Height: 33 in
Width: 37 in
Length: 83 in
Inscriptions
Plate on floorboard in front of seats: AUTO-RED-BUG / MFD. BY / AUTOMOTIVE STANDARDS, INC. / NORTH BERGEN, N.J.
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