Step back in time with our Baker Electrics Shaft Driven T-shirt, celebrating one of America's pioneering electric vehicle manufacturers. Founded in Cleveland, Ohio in 1899, Baker Electric gained prominence for its innovative "Shaft Driven" electric cars that offered unprecedented quiet operation—hence their slogan "Silence is Golden." These elegant vehicles became particularly popular among wealthy urban women and physicians who valued their clean, silent operation and ease of use compared to noisy, difficult-to-start gasoline engines. Despite initial success and notable customers including Thomas Edison, Baker Electric couldn't compete with improving gasoline technology and declining fuel prices, eventually ceasing production in 1916 when it merged with Rauch & Lang Carriage Company.
Our tribute to this groundbreaking electric vehicle pioneer features:
- 100% preshrunk heavy cotton (5.3 oz)
- Gildan 5000 quality construction
- Classic unisex fit that looks great on everyone
- Tear-away label for maximum comfort
- Available in sizes S-5XL
- Multiple color options to suit your style
Using the latest in direct-to-garment printing technology, we've created a front-only design with an authentically distressed, vintage aesthetic that won't crack, peel, or fade with washing. Perfect for electric vehicle enthusiasts, automotive history buffs, or anyone who appreciates America's often-forgotten electric vehicle heritage. Wear a piece of automotive history today!