Always Has Been: Chapter 1: Richard Trevithick's 1801 Steam-Powered Vehicle

In 1801, Richard Trevithick, a pioneering British inventor and engineer, demonstrated the first steam-powered vehicle, revolutionizing transportation technology. His innovative high-pressure steam engine marked a departure from earlier low-pressure models, offering enhanced efficiency and power, allowing the vehicle to transport passengers. Trevithick's creation laid the foundation for future steam engine advancements, catalyzing the development of railways and mechanized transport, transforming global travel and commerce.