"Mechanix Illustrated Drives and Tests the New Tucker," 1948
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Artifact Overview
Automotive journalist Tom McCahill wrote glowingly of the Tucker 48 in the August 1948 issue of Mechanix Illustrated. McCahill praised the car's smooth ride, quick acceleration, and roomy interior. It was a welcome bit of good news for the Tucker Corporation, which was facing increasing financial and legal troubles. Tucker closed in 1950 after building just 51 cars.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Reprint
Date Made
1948
Subject Date
August 1948
Creators
Creator Notes
Reprinted from the August 1948 issue of Mechanix Illustrated.
Collection Title
Location
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
91.106.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 9.5 in
Width: 6.625 in
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