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Why Cars Made The Switch To 12-Volt From 6-Volt Batteries
Starting in 1918, American cars had 6-volt batteries. But over two years in the 1950s, every U.S. automaker switched over to 12-volts. Here's why.
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Starting in 1918, American cars had 6-volt batteries. But over two years in the 1950s, every U.S. automaker switched over to 12-volts. Here's why.

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