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Hudson

The Hudson page brings together the models, variants, and years available in the ScanRacer library. It serves as an entry point to explore detailed pages, compare generations, and discover photos shared by the community.

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Hudson overview

Hudson introduction

The Hudson page brings together the models, variants, and years available in the ScanRacer library. It serves as an entry point to explore detailed pages, compare generations, and discover photos shared by the community.

Brand history

Founded on February 20, 1909, in Detroit, Michigan, the Hudson Motor Car Company was named after Joseph L. Hudson, owner of the Hudson's department store. In its first year, the company sold over 4,000 units of its Model 20, setting a record for a first-year production. In 1913, Hudson introduced the "Super Six" six-cylinder engine, offering more power than the four-cylinder engines of the time. This engine became standard for most Hudson models until 1957. In 1919, the company launched the Essex line, aiming to compete with Ford and Chevrolet in the affordable car market. This initiative propelled Hudson to the third position among American automobile manufacturers in 1925. In 1954, Hudson merged with Nash-Kelvinator to form American Motors Corporation (AMC), and production under the Hudson name continued until 1957. (detroithistorical.org)

Positioning

Hudson positioned itself as an innovative manufacturer, introducing features like the "Super Six" six-cylinder engine and the Essex line for affordable cars. Its merger with Nash-Kelvinator in 1954 allowed the brand to continue producing vehicles under the Hudson name until 1957.

Photo recognition

To identify a Hudson model, look for distinctive features like the characteristic "step-down" design, where the floor is recessed between the chassis rails, providing a lower profile and better handling. The Hornet models, introduced in 1951, are particularly recognizable by their streamlined styling and performance in competition.

Important models

The Hornet model, introduced in 1951, is emblematic of the Hudson brand. Equipped with the "H-145" six-cylinder engine of 308 cubic inches, it was designed for competitive performance, featuring a "step-down" design for improved handling. Hornet models dominated stock car racing in the 1950s, establishing Hudson's reputation for performance. (en.wikipedia.org)

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