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How fast did a car go in 1948?

There's no single answer to how fast a car went in 1948. The speed depended entirely on the car.

* Average family cars: Top speeds were typically in the 60-70 mph range, though sustained speeds on less-than-perfect roads would have been lower.

* High-performance cars: Some sports cars and luxury models could reach speeds closer to 100 mph, but this was exceptional.

* Trucks: Significantly slower than passenger cars.

So, it varied greatly depending on the make, model, and condition of the vehicle.