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Enfield 8000 Electric Car at a petrol station
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Enfield 8000 Electric Car at a petrol station
An Enfield 8000 Electric Car at a petrol station, where a woman holds out an electric plug to the puzzled pump attendant. The battery-operated city car was manufactured between 1973 and 1977, but did not become commercially viable. Date: circa 1973
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1973 8000 Attendant Battery Electric Enfield Forecourt Joke Operated Petrol Plug Pump Pumps Puzzled
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In this intriguing snapshot from the 1970s, we see an Enfield 8000 Electric Car parked at a petrol station, with a woman holding out an electric plug to a puzzled pump attendant. The scene is both humorous and thought-provoking, as it captures the clash between traditional gasoline-powered vehicles and the emerging technology of electric cars.
The Enfield 8000 was ahead of its time, manufactured during a period when environmental concerns were beginning to gain traction. However, despite its innovative design and eco-friendly credentials, the car did not achieve commercial success. This image serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of sustainable transportation options.
The juxtaposition of the sleek electric car against the backdrop of gas pumps on the forecourt creates a striking visual contrast. The expressions on the faces of both the woman and the attendant convey a sense of curiosity and amusement at this unconventional sight.
As we look back on this moment in automotive history, we are reminded that progress often comes with challenges and setbacks. The Enfield 8000 may not have revolutionized transportation as originally intended, but it remains an important milestone in our ongoing quest for greener mobility solutions.
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