A very early Carden “Lightcar” being driven along the street. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images). 1916

The Burney, a new streamlined car designed by Sir Denniston Burney who was responsible for the design of the R 100 (R100) airship. The engine is in the rear. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images). 15th September 1930

A Renault with 11 headlights. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images). 1926

An RAF lorries decorated with flowers including a model of the R101 airship, in a funeral procession for victims of the R 101 airship crash, watched by large crowds. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images). 11th October 1930

A view of the motor car that will be display at the Motor Show, which has only three wheels, and sells at £100. It is made by B.S.A. and the annual tax of £4 and running costs are the same as a heavyweight sidecar outfit. (Photo by G. L. Davison/Hulton Archive/Getty Images). 24th November 1933

A car driven by gas held in a large balloon on the roof and pulling a gas trailer. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images). Circa 1930

The sun powered car, a 1912 Baker Electric Mode which has been adapted to run from energy obtained from the sun's rays. Dr. Charles Alexander Escoffery, the car's inventor, explains the workings of the solar panel. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images). 9th August 1960

Countess Maschgo in a car converted into a model “cruiser” with some children at the Childrens Fete and Gala, Taggs Island. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images). 16th July 1913

A tent that balances very neatly on top a car. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images). Circa 1950

The caravan in which Miss Annie Croft is touring the country with her production of “The Maid Of The Mountains”, which will shortly be seen in the West End. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images). 5th August 1930