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six passenger vehicle that could travel up to 14 miles per hour. It allowed for farther travel and sparked the interest of electric vehicles.
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windshield wipers helped improve the safety of cars and make it possible to drive in inclement weather.
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Drivers had to crank the engine by hand which was inconvenient and sometimes dangerous. Made the vehicles safer and allowed for the car to start on its own.
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vehicles were hand made individually. Assembly line allowed for mass production, creating cars considerably faster.
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Automobile breaks used ot rely on simple mechanical power. The hydraulic break makes increase stopping power and make their vehicle safer.
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Steering was difficult in early cars due to their weight, but powered steering hooked the steering to a hydraulic system that helped turn the wheels.
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The car radio was invented as way to transmit information and ideas. It created a new way for people to communicate.
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Volvo introduced a retractable 3-point seat belt that helped with the safety of vehicles for both the driver and the passengers.They gave it away to other car makers for free.
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exhaust emission control device that helped reduce toxic gases and pollutants in the exhaust gas.
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GPS satellites allowed people to travel to places they would never travel before. GPS’s allowed for people to travel farther distances and find their location despite the familiarity.