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The first car to get four-wheel hydraulic brakes was a Duesenberg
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The first car to get four-wheel hydraulic brakes was a Duesenberg

10:25am, 25 October 2026 43 words
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Summary: The Duesenberg brothers pioneered four-wheel hydraulic brakes, with Fred patenting the system in 1920. The 1921 Duesenberg Model A became the first production car to feature this technology, giving the marque a competitive edge in motorsport and establishing a lasting innovation in automotive engineering.

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The first car to get four-wheel hydraulic brakes was a Duesenberg
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