The Hudson was created by Roy D. Chapin, with financing by J.L. Hudson, Detroit's well-known department store owner. Their first product was a 20 hp four cylinder car, capable of 50 mph. 4,000 were sold in the first season. These models gradually gave way to a six cylinder line. The first six was the heavy (3,696 Ibs.) and ex- pensive ($2,350) Super Six of 1916, whose high- compression L-head engine made Hudson's reputation, and began a line of similar engines lasting almost till end of production. In 1916 a Super Six made the first two-way trans- continental trip from New York to San Francisco and back again. The same model, driven by Ira Vail, took 9th place in the In- O Take off the studs The B.C. Automobile Association reminds motorists that the deadline for removing studded tires is April 30. Studded tires do not impair handling or steering of a vehicle because they are mounted on the rear, however they do damage bare pavement surfaces so the Department of Highways is anxious for their removal once ice and snow cease to be a driving hazard. Winter tires — radial or bias ply — should also be removed at the end of the cold weather season. Continuous driving on extra 1305 W. Broadway, 731-7711 7112 Kingsway, Burnaby, 524-9575 GM FACTORY TRAINED STAFF. OPEN ‘TILL MIDNIGHT MON-FRI heavy treads in warm weather, notes the auto club, causes a heat buildup which contributes to tire failure. When removing your radial and studded tires mark them left or right relative to the mounted location on the vehicle. Tire studs wear down on one.side more than another: if a left- worn studded tire is re- mounted on the side of a vehicle opposite to the wear pattern, studs will contact on the sharp side and may work loose. Store all tires on rims if possible — to reduce bead All G.M. Cars 1975 & up (Except Cadifiac & Corvette) damage incurred’ with mounting — and lay flat in a cool, dry location. Deflate to 10 pounds for storage, re- inflating to the correct pressure before installation next fall. — JUNK CAR . PICK-UP LIVINGSTON’S 24 HOUR Cadillac & _ Corvette $200. Includes lining for all 4 wheels, checking-& bleeding the hydraulic system. Turning drums & discs if dianapolis 500 in 1919, and the car was exported in some quantity to New Zealand. Hudson’s success in the 1920's was due in part to its inexpensive companion make, the Essex, though the company Pioneered modestly-priced closed cars bearing the Hudson name. In 1922 their ‘coach’ (a two door sedan) sold for only $100 more than a touring car. The Super Six remained the basic Hudson model till 1929 and, during its last three seasons, it was powered by a 289 ci f-head unit derived from the original Essex Four of 1918. In 1930 it was replaced by a 233 ci straight-eight which was increased to 254 ci in 1932. This rugged unit remained in production till 1952, and powered such Anglo-American vehicles as the Railton and Brough Superior, firms which also used Hudson's 211 ci six. Hudson’ declined in popularity in the 1930's, except in Britain, where a small-bore 166 ci ‘export’ six, rated a mere 16.9 hp, was still being made in 1940. orden PORT AUTOS LTD. 10th & Alma, Vancouver 733-8105