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- "Commuter Vehicles Inc. Specifications & Answers to Questions," 1982 - This brochure from 1982 provided specifications and answers to questions about the electric Comuta-Car. Sharp increases in gasoline prices in the 1970s persuaded some buyers to purchase small vehicles from Commuter Vehicles, Inc. But every time the price of fuel spiked, it always fell again, and demand for electrics-- designed for limited use in cities--always fell along with it.
- 1982
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"Commuter Vehicles Inc. Specifications & Answers to Questions," 1982
This brochure from 1982 provided specifications and answers to questions about the electric Comuta-Car. Sharp increases in gasoline prices in the 1970s persuaded some buyers to purchase small vehicles from Commuter Vehicles, Inc. But every time the price of fuel spiked, it always fell again, and demand for electrics-- designed for limited use in cities--always fell along with it.
- I-PASS Electronic Toll Pass Transponder, circa 2006 - This electronic collection device reduced collection time on Illinois toll roads. Drivers mounted the device on the interior of an automobile windshield. The device sent out an electronic signal to the toll plaza and the toll was deducted from the driver's prepaid account as they cruised through the gates. Devices like this were introduced in the 1990s.
- circa 2006
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I-PASS Electronic Toll Pass Transponder, circa 2006
This electronic collection device reduced collection time on Illinois toll roads. Drivers mounted the device on the interior of an automobile windshield. The device sent out an electronic signal to the toll plaza and the toll was deducted from the driver's prepaid account as they cruised through the gates. Devices like this were introduced in the 1990s.
- Comuta-Car Warranty, 1982 - As its name implies, the electric Comuta-Car was designed for short urban trips between home and work -- commuting. The vehicle's warranty included many of the same points you'd find in the warranty for a gasoline-powered car. But it also included specialized statements on batteries and battery service adjustments.
- 1980-1982
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Comuta-Car Warranty, 1982
As its name implies, the electric Comuta-Car was designed for short urban trips between home and work -- commuting. The vehicle's warranty included many of the same points you'd find in the warranty for a gasoline-powered car. But it also included specialized statements on batteries and battery service adjustments.
- Handbill Advertising the Comuta-Car, circa 1980 - This advertisement for the Comuta-Car promoted its energy savings and pollutions control. These factors however could not convince enough people to purchase the vehicle.
- circa 1980
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Handbill Advertising the Comuta-Car, circa 1980
This advertisement for the Comuta-Car promoted its energy savings and pollutions control. These factors however could not convince enough people to purchase the vehicle.
- 2008 Brompton M3L Folding Bicycle - The New York City cyclist who owned this bike appreciated its versatility -- he could fold it up to take on the subway, or to store under his desk after riding to work. Folding bicycles had been produced for niche markets throughout the 20th century, but new materials and manufacturing processes have made contemporary folding bikes lighter and more comfortable.
- 2008
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2008 Brompton M3L Folding Bicycle
The New York City cyclist who owned this bike appreciated its versatility -- he could fold it up to take on the subway, or to store under his desk after riding to work. Folding bicycles had been produced for niche markets throughout the 20th century, but new materials and manufacturing processes have made contemporary folding bikes lighter and more comfortable.
- 1980 Comuta-Car Electric Runabout - The Comuta-Car, and its predecessor the CitiCar, were electric cars designed for limited use in cities. Sharp increases in gasoline prices in the 1970s persuaded some 4,000 people to buy the tiny vehicles. But every time the price of fuel spiked, it always fell again, and demand for specialized urban electrics always fell along with it. Will the time for such cars ever come?
- 1980
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1980 Comuta-Car Electric Runabout
The Comuta-Car, and its predecessor the CitiCar, were electric cars designed for limited use in cities. Sharp increases in gasoline prices in the 1970s persuaded some 4,000 people to buy the tiny vehicles. But every time the price of fuel spiked, it always fell again, and demand for specialized urban electrics always fell along with it. Will the time for such cars ever come?
- "1980 Retail Price List for Comuta-Car and Optional Equipment" - As its name implies, the electric Comuta-Car was designed for short urban trips between home and work -- commuting. As a result, the car's options list was somewhat limited. Apart from the available AM/FM radio and cigar lighter, most of the optional equipment was related to the car's appearance.
- May 01, 1980
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"1980 Retail Price List for Comuta-Car and Optional Equipment"
As its name implies, the electric Comuta-Car was designed for short urban trips between home and work -- commuting. As a result, the car's options list was somewhat limited. Apart from the available AM/FM radio and cigar lighter, most of the optional equipment was related to the car's appearance.
- Experimental Commutator -
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Experimental Commutator
- Illustration of Suburbia in the 21st Century by Ford Motor Company Stylists circa 1956 -
- March 13, 1957
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Illustration of Suburbia in the 21st Century by Ford Motor Company Stylists circa 1956