From Horseless Carriages to Driverless Cars: The Evolution of Motoring in WA

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Horizons by RAC Podcast

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From Horseless Carriages to Driverless Cars: The Evolution of Motoring in WA

Horizons by RAC Podcast

36 minutes 37 seconds

5 months ago

From Horseless Carriages to Driverless Cars: The Evolution of Motoring in WA

Episode overview

From horseless carriages to electric and driverless vehicles, the way we move has come a long way.

In the early 1900s, cars sparked curiosity, excitement, and plenty of scepticism.

Today, electric and driverless vehicles are doing the same. Even though electric cars have been around a lot longer than you may think.

In this episode, we sit down with Graeme Cocks, an award-winning motoring historian, author, and former CEO of the Fremantle and York Motor Museums.

We compare the public reaction when the very first cars, or “horseless carriages,” hit WA roads in the early 1900s, to the sentiment towards electric and driverless vehicles today. Plus, we get Graeme’s predictions for the future of motoring in WA.

In this episode

(0:00) Introduction: From Hooves to Highways

(0:59) The Arrival of the First Car in Perth

(3:53) Early Challenges and Innovations

(10:07) The Rise of Car Ownership

(13:18) The Evolution of Fuel and Service Stations

(14:55) The Impact of World War II on Motoring

(17:11) The First Road Services

(19:41) Technological Advancements in Cars

(22:59) The Future of Transportation in WA

(33:44) Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Whether you’re a car enthusiast or history buff, this episode offers an exploration of the past, present, and future of motoring in Western Australia.

Guest: Graeme Cocks

Award-winning motoring historian, author, and former CEO of the Fremantle and York Motor Museums

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