Letters from Readers.

Double-Twelve Speeds.

EVERYONE must welcome the victory of baby cars in the “DoubleTwelve,” as this is a class in which Britain has always taken the lead. At the same time, however, I feel that the average speed of 65 odd m.p.h. is a little disappointing.

Before the War a 1914 Singer Ten (the first light car, as we understand the type to-day) established a one hour record of over 64 m.p.h., and for nine hours maintained an average of 62i m.p.h.

Have we, after all, progressed so far in these 17 years ?

P. Busk. Englefield Green, Surrey.

Motor Cyclists’ Manners. IAM interested to see that there appears to be a definite attempt amongst motorcyclists to improve their riding

manners. This has taken the form of a competition in a well-known motorcycle club in which a Triumph Goodwill Cup was offered to the most courteous driver. I understand that the standara of riding was so high that the judges had some difficulty in awarding the prize.

This is good news indeed I As one who began my motoring career on two wheels, I have never believed that the motorcyclist is as black as he is painted. There are a few black sheep and they tarnish the name of riders as a whole. May I appeal to them, through the medium of your columns, to drive with greater courtesy and respect for other road-users—whether they are riding in a Good Manners contest or not ?

Bdgbaston. H. L. D.

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