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| L'Éclair | |
|---|---|
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Michelin |
| Production | 1895 |
| Assembly | Clermont-Ferrand, France |
| Designer | Peugeot |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car |
| Body style | 2-door |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 4 HP from boat |
| Transmission | Zigzag |
| Dimensions | |
| Curb weight | 3,086 lb (1,400 kg) |
L'Éclair was the first car in the world to participate in a motor race with pneumatic tyres. It was built by the brothers Michelin in 1895. It participated in the Paris-Bordeaux-Paris race, with number 46.
References
- Pierre Souvestre (1907). "Histoire de l'automobile". Gallica.bnf.fr. p. 226. Retrieved 2016-11-23.
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