Spare Tire Collection

AD: FISK TIRES, 1927. American advertisement for Fisk Tires, 1927

Dog Sitting on Spare Tire at Back of Automobile, 1922 (b/w photo)
3964316 Dog Sitting on Spare Tire at Back of Automobile, 1922 (b/w photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); Private Collection

Woman changing flat tire on car
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1930s: Woman changing flat tire on car

AMERICAN GAS STATION, c1924. A car being inspected at an American gas station, 1924

TEXAS: CREAMERY, 1939. A worker loading empty milk cans into a car at a creamery in San Angelo, Texas. Photograph by Russell Lee, November 1939

AUTOMOBILE, c1915. A group of men in an automobile. Photograph, early 20th century

ELECTRIC CAR, c1919. Charging the battery of a Detroit Electric automobile. Photograph, c1919

FRITZI SCHEFF (1879-1954). American actress and singer. Photographed in an automobile, c1913

D. C. : AUTOMOBILE, c1919. Automobile owned by Mrs
D.C.: AUTOMOBILE, c1919. Automobile owned by Mrs. Charles W. Richardson in the driveway of her home in Washington, D.C. Photograph by Frances Benjamin Johnston, c1919

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CAR RACE, 1908. The Thomas automobile used by the American Autoists in the race around the world, Valdez, Alaska, 9 April 1908

WASHINGTON D. C. : STREET. A car with an advertisement for Oppenheimers shop on E Street
WASHINGTON D.C.: STREET. A car with an advertisement for Oppenheimers shop on E Street, in Washington, D.C. Photograph, c1915

AD: LOCOMOBILE, 1919. American advertisement for a custom Locomobile Coup, manufactured by the Locomobile Company of America, 1919

BUICK ROADSTER, 1909. A man fixing the tire on a Buick roadster on a road near Liberty, New York. Photograph, 1909

SILENT FILM: AUTOMOBILES. Silent film still

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"Spare Tire: A Necessity on the Road to Progress" In 1927, Fisk Tires revolutionized the automobile industry with their durable and reliable spare tires. This American advertisement showcased the importance of having a backup plan while embarking on any journey. A woman changing a flat tire on her car exemplifies resilience and independence. With determination in her eyes, she proves that setbacks can be overcome with the right tools at hand. Meanwhile, a dog sits proudly atop a spare tire at the back of an automobile in 1922. Symbolizing loyalty and companionship, this image reminds us that even our furry friends understand the value of being prepared for unexpected bumps along life's road. At an American gas station in 1924, cars undergo inspections to ensure they are roadworthy. The spare tire becomes more than just rubber; it becomes peace of mind for drivers venturing into unknown territories. In San Angelo's creamery during 1939, workers load empty milk cans into a car – perhaps using them as makeshift spares? This resourcefulness highlights how even unconventional solutions can save us from being stranded when we least expect it. Early 20th-century photographs capture men gathered around automobiles – pioneers embracing new possibilities offered by these machines. The presence of spare tires emphasizes their foresight and readiness for whatever challenges lie ahead. Charging the battery of a Detroit Electric automobile circa 1919 demonstrates not only advancements in technology but also showcases how electric vehicles needed their own form of "spare" energy sources to keep moving forward smoothly. Fritz Scheff, an influential actress and singer from that era, strikes a pose inside an automobile. Her elegance juxtaposed against the practicality of carrying extra wheels serves as a reminder that style should never compromise safety or preparedness. Even Mrs. , who owned an automobile in Washington D. C. , understood the significance of having contingency plans while navigating bustling city streets.