Lecture & Presentation "Driving Force – Automobiles and the New American City 1900-1930" with Darryl Holter & Stephen G

Join us for a lively discussion with Darryl Holter and Stephen Gee based on their new book Driving Force – Automobiles and the New American City 1900-1930 (Angel City Press).

The authors will explore the explosive growth of L.A.’s passion for cars, ignited by an unlikely and visionary mix of entrepreneurs. Car dealers made the big difference, as they ventured into unknown territory. That “unknown territory” meant introducing the West Coast to the concept of dealerships with service bays for on-site car repairs; dealers conceived the notion of “used cars,” those vehicles buyers “traded in” so they could buy a new one; and dealers made commonplace the idea of financing cars, an idea that scared the car makers in Detroit until they saw the orders rolling in.

For Los Angeles history fans and car culture enthusiasts alike, we'd love to see you at this free event! Book signing available and Q&A session will follow with the authors. Sponsored by Los Angeles City Historical Society, Angel City Press, and Los Angeles Public Library

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