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Frugal and Energy Efficient Living

SeanSmith

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7. Detroit Electric Model D

Reply to AverageJoe90 (Reply #6)

Tue Feb 19, 2013, 07:13 AM

Feb 2013

Yes, just like Detroit Electric cars.A lot people think electric automobiles are relatively brand new, but that is not remotely close to the case. Prior to WW1, they were really pretty popular and a lot of the fundamentals of how the work hasn't changed a bit. An example of one of the most well-liked brands, a 1910 Detroit Electric Model D, is heading up for auction soon.

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