Detroit Parade Celebrates 50 Years Of The Automobile

In the early days of automobiles, pioneers faced challenges in maintaining the vehicles amidst skepticism. Despite setbacks, the popularity of cars grew, and by 1941, the U.S. had nearly 33 million cars, making up three-quarters of the world's total. Looking ahead, Detroit aimed to shift its focus back to automobiles after the war, promising a streamlined future.

What was the main focus of automobile pioneers in the early days?

• Creating flying cars

• Building electric cars

• Keeping the vehicles operational

• Designing luxury features

By 1941, how many cars were in operation in the United States?

• 10 million

• 20 million

• 33 million

• 50 million

What proportion of the world's cars were in the United States by 1941?

• One in every two

• Three of every four

• One in every three

• Two of every five

What is the anticipated focus of Detroit's expertise after the war?

• Automobile advancements

• Space exploration

• Aircraft development

• Railway expansion

What is the envisioned future of automobiles according to the transcript?

• Focus on public transportation

• More manual cars

• Increased use of coal engines

• Streamlined and innovative designs