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Dorothy Levitt. Her favourite photograph. Photo by Foulsham & Banfield, Ltd. Frontispiece
“Drive your own car.” Photo H. W. Nicholls 14
It is accessories that bring up the cost—you must have a hood. Photo H. W. Nicholls 18
One of the most important articles of wear is a scarf or muffler for the neck. Photo H. W. Nicholls 24
Remember to twist the veil before tying—this prevents the knot working loose. Photo H. W. Nicholls 26
“The useful overall.” Photo H. W. Nicholls 28
This little drawer is the great secret. Photo H. W. Nicholls 30
Unscrew the cap and peep in. Photo H. W. Nicholls 32
Test the quantity of oil in the tank by inserting a piece of stick. Photo H. W. Nicholls 34
Pull up this small rod to enable the “used” oil to run out of the base-chamber. Photo H. W. Nicholls 36
The adjustment of the foot-brake is a matter of seconds. Photo H. W. Nicholls 38
In front of your car you will notice a handle. Photo H. W. Nicholls 42
Release the foot from the right pedal and throttle slightly with the left foot on the left pedal. Photo H. W. Nicholls 44
Your next move is to take off the side brake. Photo H. W. Nicholls 48
It is a simple matter to remove a faulty sparking plug. Photo H. W. Nicholls 52
It is a simple matter to adjust the trembler or screw. Photo H. W. Nicholls 56
Be sure that all nuts and bolts are tight—a rattle is annoying. Photo H. W. Nicholls 60
“Be sure that the petrol tank is full.” Photo H. W. Nicholls 62
This is the switch. Photo H. W. Nicholls 66
This lever is used for changing gear. Photo H. W. Nicholls 68
First advance the spark and give more air. Photo H. W. Nicholls 72
The Automobile Association scouts will, if necessary, stop your car on the road and give you information. Photo H. W. Nicholls 74
The engine will start easily if you first flood the carburettor slightly. Photo H. W. Nicholls 76
The lubrication of the De Dion is extremely simple. Photo H. W. Nicholls 80
Miss Isabel Savory, who not only drives, but repairs her own cars. Photo Elliott & Fry 84
Baroness Campbell de Lorentz, the first lady in Britain to drive her own car. Photo by Keturah Collings 86
The Honble. Mrs. Assheton Harbord. Drives a Rolls Royce car, owns her own balloon, “The Valkyrie,” and has competed with it in seven races 88
Mrs. George Thrupp, originator of the motor christening. Photo by Arthur Rouselle 90
The Woman and the Car

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