American Trucks of the 1950s

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American Trucks of the 1950s

American Trucks of the 1950s
by Norm Mort

A highly-illustrated study examining the important role of trucks and trucking in the growth of North America in the 1950s. 120 images and evocative writing encapsulates the histories and products of the major, minor, obscure (but nonetheless historically significant) truck manufacturers. Detailed captions and supportive text complement contemporary brochures, period literature, factory photos and over fifty new, unpublished colour photos of restored trucks.
This carefully researched 96-page book is available now from bookshops or from www.velocebooks.com

American Trucks of the 1950s
by Norm Mort
ISBN 9781845842277
UPC 636847042271
Available now.
UK £14.99, USA $29.95

BULLET POINTS

• Comprehensive guide of American truck makers and model ranges in the 1950s

• Deeply researched history reveals many little known facts

• Unique and rare models

• Factory photos, advertisements and original brochure images

• Models produced for Canadian and American markets

• Engine and detail photos

• Production data

• 120 high quality photographs including colour images of restored examples

• Index allows quick access to specific makes and models

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

A highly-illustrated study of trucks and trucking in North America in the 1950s. 120 images and evocative writing encapsulates the histories and products of the major, minor, obscure (but nonetheless historically significant) truck manufacturers. More obscure marques include manufacturers such as Available, Biederman, Brown, Corbitt, Leyland. Detailed captions and supportive text complement contemporary brochures, period literature, factory photos and over fifty new, unpublished colour photos of restored trucks. Detailed shots of the engines and features focus on what it was that set certain manufacturers apart in this highly competitive market. This succinct, factual book on American trucks provides a nostalgic look at a significant era in North American automotive history.

THE AUTHOR

Of British descent, Norm Mort was raised in Toronto where vehicles from every corner of the world were sold. He began taking pictures of old cars and trucks parked at the side of the road before he was ten. At 12 years of age, Norm was the youngest member on the executive of the Antique and Classic Car Club of Canada, Toronto Chapter. In the 1960s he began accumulating photos and information on motoring. Over the years his personal vehicle collection has included everything from a 1949 Allard to a 1922 Vauxhall. A writer for magazines and newspapers in the field of transport for nearly 25 years, and a member of the Canadian Society of Automotive Historians, this is Norm’s fourth historic vehicles book.

SPECIFICATION

Hardback • 205 x 190mm • 96 pages • 120 colour and b&w pictures and illustrations, ISBN: 9781845842277
Available now UK £14.99, USA $29.95

MORE INFORMATION

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