Offering a behind-the-scenes look into the world of automotive research and development in the 1960s, this engaging narrative traces the birth of Chrysler's alternative 'jet' car and reveals the story behind its sudden and mysterious demise. Relying on extensive research and firsthand accounts from [...]
"Fascinating." --"Vanity Fair" "A delightful history." --"Wall Street Journal" In 1964, Chrysler gave the world a glimpse of the future. The automaker built a fleet of turbine cars--automobiles with jet engines--and lent them out to members of the public. The fleet logged over a million miles; the e[...]