Early Vehicle Lighting by Peter W. Card (Shire Album 185 Paperback)

2nd hand book, very good condition, see images

Early Vehicle Lighting by Peter W. Card (Shire Album 185) provides a detailed, illustrated history of transport illumination from its earliest days up to the outbreak of the Second World War.

Authored by veteran vehicle specialist and auctioneer Peter W. Card, this compact guide examines the evolution of candle, oil, acetylene (gas), and early electric lamps used on carriages, bicycles, motorcycles, and automobiles. Richly illustrated with rare period photographs, catalog illustrations, and technical paraphernalia, this booklet is an invaluable reference for vintage restoration, brass-era car collectors, historic bicycle enthusiasts, and transport history researchers.

Key Features

• Comprehensive overview of early transport illumination history (Shire Album 185).
• Covers oil, acetylene, candle, and early electric lighting systems.
• Details lamps used for horse-drawn carriages, bicycles, motorcycles, and motor cars.
• Authored by veteran transport expert and lamp collector Peter W. Card.
• Richly illustrated with historic photographs and trade catalog extracts.