The automobile has had a wild ride through history from its earliest days to the cutting-edge technology on the road today. Discover the incredible true story of Bertha Benz, who undertook the world's first long-distance road trip in 1888 to prove her husband's invention was viable. Learn surprising facts about automotive history, including the unexpected popularity of electric cars at the turn of the 20th century and the origin of the word "chauffeur" from the era of steam-powered engines. Learn the staggering number of cars on the planet (over 1.4 billion!), the chemical composition of that famous "new car smell," and the story of the first-ever speeding ticket, issued for going just eight miles per hour. Finally, get practical, need-to-know advice with a step-by-step guide on how to safely jump-start a dead car battery.

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