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).
Commentary on the benefits of streamlining in Bentley cars, referencing a Mr. Hall's letter and an advertisement.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 160\4\ scan0061 | |
| Date | 11th April 1939 guessed | |
| The remarks in 'Technical Topics', Mr. Hall's letter and the Bentley advertisement make interesting reading for those who appreciate progress. The Motor has consistently advocated rational streamlining for Modern road conditions and Bentley Motors seem to have put their recommendations into practice with startling results. Mr. Hall has summed up the true benefits derived from streamlining as applied to this car most admirably. Surely the figure of over 20 m.p.g. at an average speed of 80 m.p.h. is proof positive that reduction in windage does pay dividends, even though one does not wish to make use of the high maximum speeds which become possible. ............ | ||