Warner Auto-Meter Speedometer, Prototype, 1904
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Brothers Arthur and Charles Warner developed their "auto-meter," or speedometer, in the early years of the 1900s. Speedometers in these first automotive days were optional equipment. Many motorists, however, found them useful as vehicle speeds increased. During the 1910s, speedometers became standard on many cars, and the brothers' creation was a leading type.
Brothers Arthur and Charles Warner developed their "auto-meter," or speedometer, in the early years of the 1900s. Speedometers in these first automotive days were optional equipment. Many motorists, however, found them useful as vehicle speeds increased. During the 1910s, speedometers became standard on many cars, and the brothers' creation was a leading type.
Artifact
Speedometer
Date Made
1904
Creators
Warner, Arthur Pratt, 1870-1957
Place of Creation
United States, Wisconsin, Beloit
Creator Notes
Made by Arthur Pratt Warner and his brother Charles in Beloit, Wisconsin.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
57.47.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Laurence P. Warner.
Material
Brass (Alloy)
Metal
Glass (Material)
Color
Gold (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 5.5 in
Width: 3 in
Length: 3 in
Inscriptions
Odometer readings: 24 / 1072
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