General Motors Publication, "How to Park in a Tight Place," circa 1940
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In theory, parallel parking only requires backing into a spot while making a few quick turns of the steering wheel. In practice, it's the single-greatest fear for many drivers. This handbook from General Motors, issued around 1940, offered practical tips for parallel parking in tight places. "Most trouble in parking," the booklet cautioned, "comes from a wrong beginning."
In theory, parallel parking only requires backing into a spot while making a few quick turns of the steering wheel. In practice, it's the single-greatest fear for many drivers. This handbook from General Motors, issued around 1940, offered practical tips for parallel parking in tight places. "Most trouble in parking," the booklet cautioned, "comes from a wrong beginning."
Artifact
Booklet
Date Made
circa 1940
Creators
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
92.1.1765.7
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Printing (Process)
Dimensions
Height: 6.375 in.
Width: 3.75 in.
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