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Biography

Name: Preston Tucker
Birth Date: September 21, 1903
Death Date: December 26, 1956
Place of Birth: Capac, Michigan, United States
Place of Death: Ypsilanti, Michigan, United States
Nationality: American
Gender: Male
Occupations: entrepreneur, automobile designer

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Biography of Preston Tucker
1,757 words, approx. 6 pages
Hailed as a visionary by some and a con artist by others, Preston Tucker (1903-1956) was the man behind an innovative, futuristic-looking car that debuted amid great fanfare during the summer of 1948. Within just a couple of years, however, the Tucker...


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Preston Tucker Information
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Preston Thomas Tucker (September 21, 1903 – December 26, 1956) was an American automobile designer and entrepreneur. He is most remembered for his 1948 Tucker Torpedo, an automobile which introduced many features that have since become widely used...


News and Journals
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AutoWeek
Six Working Tailpipes.(Escape Roads)(Preston Tucker is developing a technically innovative sedan with the help of leading car designers)
01/03/2005: 644 words, approx. 2 pages
Byline: BROOKS BRIERLEY Preston Tucker had great ambitions for his new automobile. A stock sale in mid-1947 raised nearly $20 million; 2000 dealer franchises brought in another $8 million. A vast aviation engine plant in Chicago-by some measures, the largest factory in...
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The Independent - London
Rugby Union: Tucker drains Bath Northampton 24 Bath 13 Tries: Cohen, Tucker, Pountney Tries: G Thomas Cons: Grayson, Tucker 2 Cons: Thirlby Pens: Tucker Pens: Preston 2 Half-time: 14-6 Attendance: 7,465
09/24/2000: 816 words, approx. 3 pages
ON THE day that Keith Barwell, the club's benefactor, announced that supporters would be invited to buy shares in Northampton, they put some spin on the prospectus with a thumping victory over the West Country thoroughbreds Bath. It was a well-timed statement of...
 


Criticism and Essays
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Essay Grade: 86%
Tucker and His Cars
558 words, approx. 2 pages
Describes the struggles of Preston Tucker to enter into the automotive market. Explores his battle against the "big 3" automakers. Examines his business plan, manufacturing techniques and details why he was unsuccessful.
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Essay Grade: 78%
Tucker and Monopolistic Competition
301 words, approx. 1 pages
Explores the life and dreams of businessman and would be automaker Tucker Preston. Describes him as a man with an economic dream which displays an excellent example of monopolistic competition in the 1940's.


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