This slideshow explores the history and impact of the Ford Model T. 

The Model T, also known as the "Tin Lizzie," was the first car that made owning an automobile affordable for the average person. Introduced by Henry Ford in 1908, it was simple, reliable, and easy to repair.

Henry Ford wanted to create a car that was affordable, easy to maintain, and built for the masses. His goal was to make automobiles accessible to regular working families, not just the wealthy.

In 1913, Ford introduced the moving assembly line, which made it possible to build cars faster and cheaper. This innovation changed manufacturing forever, allowing Ford to produce the Model T in large quantities.

The introduction of the assembly line lowered production costs, which meant the price of the Model T dropped. In 1914, Ford began paying workers $5 a day, making it possible for many people to buy their own car.

Before the Model T, cars were a luxury only for the wealthy. By the 1920s, the Model T had made car ownership a reality for millions of Americans. It helped change transportation across the country.

The Model T wasn’t just a car; it revolutionized the way products were made and how people worked. Ford’s innovation laid the foundation for modern manufacturing and helped shape the world we live in today.

Although the Model T was successful, it wasn't perfect. Over time, Ford improved its design to meet customer needs, and by 1927, the Model T was replaced by the Model A.

- More than 15 million Model T's were sold!

- After 1914 it was only available in black for production reasons.

- The Model T was used by farmers, families, and even stripped down for races!

The Model T changed the way the world thought about cars. Its impact is still seen today in how cars are made and how affordable products are produced. Henry Ford’s vision continues to influence the auto industry.

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