And in this book, Lehto finally answers the question automobile aficionados have wondered about for decades: exactly how and why the production of such an innovative car was killed.
... Tucker?” asked Playboy magazine. “Right after World War Two, Tucker attempted the impossible—taking on Detroit's Big Three with what was heralded as a revolutionary new automobile, the Tucker Torpedo. As it turned out, it was impossible ...
... Torpedo was a high—quality engineering product, and the power, torque and other specs completely tallied with figures mentioned in sales brochures. The case was disproved ... Torpedo. No engine here: the huge trunk of the Tucker Torpedo.
... Tucker car. Some letters mention the articles and photographs that have appeared in newspapers and in other ... Torpedo Tucker to bring forth a new automobile that incorporates so many fresh approaches to the tough, old problems of ...
... Tucker's crew of mechanics backstage are hastily putting the finishing touches on the Tucker Torpedo. He intercuts what is going on in front of the curtain and behind it with panache and style: Tucker stalls for time by bringing on ...
... Tucker is worthless?” “It's not a Tucker.” Lil laughed. Her homecoming had been one big loop of ups and downs. Obviously, Maggie was pulling her leg to get back at her for being so moody and snappish lately ... Tucker Torpedo was a rear.
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