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at the foot.of this page which will give, at a glance_, an idea of the extent to which that industry has grown, of the inroads that it has made_ into transport, and of its capacity to cater for almost every phase of human existence. The extent is greater than many would have imagined The ramifications of the industry are vast, and it is the purpose of this issue to focus attention, at a moment when there are indications of a turn in the tide of the world's affairs, upon the usefulness and the efficiency of mechanical road
transport. . .
During the lean years that followed the false boom period of 1919 Lim -commercial motor industry has passed through the fire it may not have emerged unscathed, but it has proved that it is possessed of a vitality and fulness such as one Would expect of an erected upon sound British methods.
Ready for Trade Revival.
The period of slackness has not been wasted. Design has been carefully scrutinized, manufacturing methods, plant, and tools have been overhauled and brought up to date in every respect ; labour has been sifted, and., as a consequence, the British vehicle or implement stands today in extremely high favour. We say without hesitation that no country in the world is able to produce a finer commercial vehicle chassis, one which can be expected to give more reliable and economical service, than Great Britain. The
British vehicle will stand up to its work in whatever circumstances it may be called upon to perform its labours. It is suited to the most arduous conditions, and will fulfil the most exacting demands.
There are important matters which yet have to he put right before the industry can be said to be re habilitated, and Mr. J. Maughtling, in this issue,
shows how a protective tariff • would help.
The Overseas Trade.
In our issue dated September 27th, 1921, we were able to publish a special interview with Sir Raymond Dennis, newly returned from the world tour he had undertaken in the interests of Messrs. Dennis Bros.. Ltd: Sir Raymond has very kindly responded to our request for an expression of his views, after the lapse of twelve months, on the prospects of export trade in the motor industry, by contributing the article appearing in this special number.
We would draw the attesfsion of readers to the particularly valuable series of .tables in this issue, covering (1) the essential features of the specifications of all British :Petrol, steam, and electric chassis, municipal appliances, fire-engines, and agrimotors, and all foreign chassis and appliances on the British market ; (2) the running costs of all types of vehicles and recommended hire charges ; (3) insurance. premiums; and (4) various technical data. Future issues of The Commercial Motor will include illustrated information concerning accessories, components, and other requisites.