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    The first hazard emergency flasher switch?

    When was the first emergency flasher switch for the 911?
    Image below is road and track 1965 image, no flasher.

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    Next image is 1967, with flasher above the radio.

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    I didn’t see any in the 356.
    Has anyone seen or have photo of one in 356?

    What is the earliest year for the 911? Photos?

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    warnlicht is the option I see, and the first was in March 1966 for the 911. Then generally available in 1967 and 1968.
    I think for the 356 about 1955
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    I question the first image, #12 is for parking lights? Thoughts?
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    I can check in parts manuals and get back ...
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    When this topic arises the general consensus is as follows:
    - Some manufacturers offered hazard switches on commercial vehicles as well as optional on their cars
    - Around 1966 legislation was put forward to mandate hazard switches
    - Some manufacturers made hazard switches standard starting in1967
    - The legislation took effect in 1968 requiring items such as side marker lights, head restraints, and hazard switches.

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