1909 Cleveland White Steam Car Shows Off 1900s Tech

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This classic car is a huge part of automotive history with a ton of engineering innovation and technological design.

The steam engine was one of the most pivotal moments in human history. It brought forth a reliable, low-cost way to transport oneself and payloads without immense physical energy expulsion or risk of bodily harm. Life before 1698(invention of the engine) sucked due to the dangerous and resource-draining forms of transportations that existed, such as walking, running, and running faster. Sure, horses lived, but that's beyond the point. This was such an innovative advancement that it would inspire the creation of the steam engine train. However, this also spawned a lesser-known vehicle, the steam car.

This particular car is one of the most incredible vehicles of that type as it was the most potent steam car you could buy from the Cleveland automobile manufacturer. Cars like this essentially did what the steam engine did but on an individual scale allowing for small-scale transportation between blocks, towns, and even states. Under the hood of this vehicle is a 40 horsepower Cleveland steam engine which utilizes a steam generator instead of a water heater to produce steam quicker. This is a lot better than something like a Stanley Steamer, which used a big water tank and a water heater to make steam in increments of about 20 minutes.