Historical Events tagged with "duryea"

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Transportation & Infrastructure

First American-Made Gasoline Automobile Test

September 20th, 1893 131 years ago

Charles Duryea and his brother successfully road-test the first American-made gasoline-powered automobile in Springfield, Massachusetts. This groundbreaking vehicle, known as the Duryea Motor Wagon, was a significant milestone in automotive innovation, showcasing the potential of gasoline engines for personal transportation. The successful test included both short-distance travel and real-world driving conditions, demonstrating the practicality of this new mode of transport.

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