The International Exhibition: patent viceroy hansom cab by Evans, of Liverpool, 1862. Creator: Unknown

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The International Exhibition: patent viceroy hansom cab by Evans, of Liverpool, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: patent viceroy hansom cab by Evans, of Liverpool, 1862. Mr. James Evans, of Tarlton-street, Liverpool, has just introduced an improved patent cab, the patent of which consists in the application of metallic springs to the shafts near their junction with the front of the vehicle, thus securing a combined action which removes the unpleasant motion common to vehicles of the ordinary construction. Uneven roads produce no effect on the patent cab, as, by means of the patent springs and joint, an equal balance is preserved between the vehicle and the shafts under all circumstances. The draught is also considerably lightened - a very important feature in the street traffic of large towns where such a number of horses are constantly employed. The patent includes several other improvements, an important one being the reduction of the weight of the vehicle, which weighs only 6½cwt. [hundredweight], being less by 2cwt. than those of the ordinary construction. The Viceroy of Egypt, who has purchased one of these cabs, has given the maker permission to call it the Viceroy Cab'. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

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This photograph showcases The International Exhibition: Patent Viceroy Hansom Cab by Evans, of Liverpool, from the year 1862. The creator of this image remains unknown, but the details of this innovative vehicle are well documented. Mr. James Evans, an enterprising Liverpudlian, designed and manufactured this cab, which boasted several groundbreaking features. The most notable improvement was the application of metallic springs to the shafts, which ensured a smoother ride by maintaining an equal balance between the vehicle and the shafts, even on uneven roads. This feature eliminated the unpleasant motion commonly experienced in traditional cabs. Additionally, the draught was significantly lightened, making it an essential asset in large towns where numerous horses were in constant use. The patent included several other enhancements, including a reduction in the vehicle's weight, which weighed only 6½cwt. (hundredweight), making it 2cwt. lighter than its conventional counterparts. The Viceroy of Egypt, who was impressed by the cab's performance, granted Mr. Evans permission to name it the Viceroy Cab. This photograph offers a glimpse into the ingenuity and progress of transportation technology during the mid-19th century.

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