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REO Trucks: 19101966 Photo Archive,Used
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Ransom Eli Olds was best known as the inventor of the Oldsmobile. In 1904 Olds was unsatisfied and left the company, which left time to help create the new company bearing his initials, the REO Motor Car Company, in Lansing, Michigan. In 1910, the REO Motor Truck Company began the production of trucks. REOs legendary Speed Wagon led the way with shaftdrive, pneumatic tires, electric starters, and electric lights; features found on all competitive makes.By July 1925, REO Speed Wagon sales, since its introduction, exceeded 125,000. REO sought to create a work environment that stressed 'family'. A Welfare department existed and a variety of activities were available to employees and their families, including indoor baseball and basketball teams and a REO Rifle Club. The patriotic REO company produced nearly 29,000 military vehicles from 1940 through 1945.This book covers the story of REO Trucks through archival photographs to the time when the White Motor Company purchased REO in 1957.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'REO Trucks: 1910-1966 Photo Archive'? A: The book primarily focuses on the history of REO Trucks through archival photographs, detailing the company's evolution from its founding by Ransom Eli Olds to its acquisition by the White Motor Company in 1957.
- Q: What type of condition is the book in? A: The book is categorized as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it may show some signs of wear but is still in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'REO Trucks: 1910-1966 Photo Archive' is Robert Gabrick.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 128 pages.
- Q: When was 'REO Trucks: 1910-1966 Photo Archive' published? A: The book was published on November 24, 2006.
- Q: Is there an illustrated edition of this book? A: Yes, this book is an illustrated edition, featuring a variety of photographs related to REO Trucks.
- Q: Does the book include information on REO's military vehicle production? A: Yes, the book discusses REO's production of nearly 29,000 military vehicles during World War II from 1940 to 1945.
- Q: What notable features of REO Trucks are highlighted in the book? A: The book highlights features of REO Trucks such as shaft-drive, pneumatic tires, electric starters, and electric lights, which were innovative for their time.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone interested in automotive history? A: Yes, this book is ideal for anyone interested in automotive history, particularly those who want to learn about the REO Motor Car Company's impact on truck manufacturing.