Ford Car History

Ford Motor Company was founded in 1903 by Henry Ford. Car production took place in its factory located on Mack Avenue, Detroit. In 1908, Ford introduced the Ford Model T.

In 1913, Ford introduced the worlds first moving assembly line. Ford also pioneered the 40 hour work week and the minimum wage. In 1919, Edsel Ford had succeeded his father as president of the company.

By 1921, Ford production had exceeded one million cars per year. In 1925, Ford aquired the Lincoln Motor Company. In 1926, Ford Australia is founded.

The Lincoln Zephyr is introduced in 1936. During World War Two, production of civilian vehicles is stopped so Ford can focus on producing B-24 bombers and other military equipment for the army. The Lincoln Continental is introduced in 1948. In 1960, both the Ford Falcon and the Ford Galaxie are introduced. In 1967, Ford of Europe is founded. Ford acquires Aston Martin Lagonda and Hertz Rent-a-Car in 1987 and acquires Jaguar in 1989. In 1999, Ford takes control of the Volvo car division.



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