Alice Huyler Ramsey

Yesterday's post talked about Anita King and explained that in 1915 she was the first woman to drive alone from coast to coast. However, Alice Huyler Ramsey made her coast to coast drive in 1909. She had three friends that accompanied her, although none of the three could drive. Alice was twenty two at the time. I think the promotional photo makes it appear that they are headed to a party. Alice's story is here.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alice_Huyler_Ramsey
 

Anita King 1915

Anita developed an interest in automobiles while working as a model at California auto shows.  She learned to drive and soon competed in auto races. In 1915 she decided to drive from Hollywood to New York City. She made the drive solo. Read more about Anita King here.

 

Life on the edge

 

Camp Saab

 

Weekend get away

 

Catch of the day

 

1956 Chysler Dart Concept

The Dart was built by Ghia in Italy. It was introduced at the 1956 Turin Auto Salon. At the time it was the most aerodynamic in the world. Its drag coefficient was less than one third of any other automobile.