Casgliadau Arlein

The Ralli car first appeared sometime in the 1880s – 1890s, as a variation of the two-wheeled dog cart. The vehicles were named after a gentleman called Ralli of Ashtead Park, Surrey, who apparently ordered one of the first. They were in common use in country areas up until the Second World War when the petrol shortage prompted many people to use other forms of transport. This example was built by Isaac Jones, Llwyndafydd, near Cardigan, west Wales. It became very popular because of its practical design. The shafts pass alongside the body, rather than underneath, making the vehicle lower and easier to get in and out. Another feature is the high sides that curve over the wheels to form splashguards. It was considered an ideal ladies’ vehicle and was predominantly used for leisure pursuits rather than work purposes.