Innovations on Four Wheels

This chapter explores the journey of automotive innovations, particularly the invention of cruise control by Ralph Teetor, focusing on the historical context of labor disputes and the initial skepticism surrounding new technologies. It highlights Teetor's perseverance as he introduced groundbreaking features like the automatic gear shift and faced challenges in gaining acceptance from manufacturers. The narrative intertwines personal anecdotes and scientific phenomena, showcasing the intertwining of personal history, technology, and unexpected connections in both biology and engineering.