EP33 The Forgotten Future: Steam Cars

Imagine if every morning commute required firing up a boiler, watching a pressure gauge, and possibly losing your eyebrows in a steam-related mishap—sound crazy? Well, it almost happened! This week on AutoKnerd, we dive headfirst into the wonderfully strange and largely forgotten world of steam-powered cars. From Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot’s crash-prone invention to the ridiculously impressive Stanley and Doble steamers, we’ll explore a reality where brass replaced plastic, steam replaced gas, and “waiting for pressure” replaced road rage. Whether you’re selling cutting-edge cars or just nerding out on automotive oddities, this episode offers hilarious insights into how innovation, convenience, and common sense don’t always arrive in the same vehicle. Subscribe now so you don’t miss your weekly dose of automotive madness—and maybe you’ll learn exactly how not to pitch a car that takes 30 minutes to start.