Nielsen approached the gleaming Duesenberg Model J. He stood beside the powerful automobile, his eyes fixed on the hand crank. With a determined grip, he gave it a swift clockwise turn. The engine roared to life, its growl resonating through the air, as Poul took a step back, a satisfied smile crossing his face.
There's a charm in starting an automobile using a crank, giving him nostalgic memories when he was in his original world where his father allowed him to use a vintage car from the 1930s. However, a hand crank can be dangerous, especially when it is not handled properly. Poul knew this all too well, having heard stories of accidents caused by the crank kicking back violently, injuring those who attempted to start the engine.
Sooner or later, he would introduce an electric starter to their future fleet of automobiles, eliminating the need for the hand crank and minimizing the risks associated with it.