From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
Letter inquiring about interest in a newly perfected and patented accelerator pedal designed to reduce leg strain.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 147\3\ scan0155 | |
| Date | 24th September 1928 | |
| 1247. Rm{William Robotham - Chief Engineer}/ 21, Courtland Drive, Watford. Herts. Sept 24th 1928. Managing Director, Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby. Dear Sir, Having at last perfected & patented a new form of Accelerator pedal, suitable for all motors, the object of which is to do away entirely with leg strain & providing perfect rest for the driver's foot at his desire, whilst driving at any speed, I am writing to ascertain if this improvement interests you. | ||