8. Fiat 508C ‘Balilla’ Gasogene (Charcoal Gas)
In the 1940s, the Fiat 508C ‘Balilla’ was ingeniously adapted to run on charcoal gas using a gasogene unit.
This setup allowed the car to operate on wood-derived gases during periods of severe fuel shortages, echoing the innovation seen in wood gas cars.
The Balilla’s transformation demonstrated remarkable resourcefulness, helping to keep vital transportation moving in challenging times.
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