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Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal
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Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal
Automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, sponsored by Le Petit Journal. First prizes awarded to Panhard & Levassor and to the Peugeot brothers. From Le Petit Journal Paris 6 August, 1894
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1894 August Automobile Awarded Brothers Combustion Engine Internal Journal Paris Petit Prizes Race Road Rouen Sponsored Transport Levassor Panhard Peugeot Reliability
EDITORS COMMENTS
This vintage print captures the exhilarating automobile reliability race between Paris and Rouen, which took place in August 1894 and was proudly sponsored by Le Petit Journal. The image showcases the pioneers of this groundbreaking event, with first prizes awarded to two remarkable participants: Panhard & Levassor and the Peugeot brothers. In an era when internal combustion engines were still a novelty, this race marked a significant milestone in the evolution of transportation. The competitors showcased their innovative cars that relied on this cutting-edge technology, revolutionizing the way people would travel for generations to come. The photograph transports us back to a time when roads were not yet dominated by automobiles but instead served as testing grounds for these daring inventors. It captures both the excitement and uncertainty surrounding this historic event, as drivers pushed their vehicles to their limits along the challenging route from Paris to Rouen. Le Petit Journal's sponsorship highlights its commitment to promoting progress and innovation in society. By supporting such races, they encouraged further advancements in automotive engineering while capturing public imagination with tales of speed and endurance. As we gaze upon this snapshot from history, we are reminded of how far we have come since those early days of automobile development. This print serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unrelenting pursuit of reliable means of transport that continue shaping our world today.
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