it was much easyer and cheaper for people
The first car was the Model T invented by Henry Ford.
The Model T revolutionized transportation by making automobiles affordable and accessible to the average American, significantly enhancing mobility and independence. Its production through assembly line techniques lowered costs and increased efficiency, enabling families to travel greater distances for work and leisure. This shift contributed to the growth of suburbs and transformed social and economic dynamics, ultimately reshaping American society and culture. The Model T not only facilitated personal freedom but also spurred advancements in infrastructure and industry.
The model T changed America greatly it made toys for the rich (cars) affordable for the working person. This is just an example I don't actually know the exact numbers but let's say that a car before the model T costs twenty years wages to buy after the model T a car (model T) would cost two years wages to buy.
It made the automobile affordable to the average consumer. Prior to the Model T cars were so expensive only the rich could afford them.
The t in model t stands for testing
There was a Ford Model A built before the Model T. But the model right after the Model T was again the Model A. This is confusing but after the Model T Henry Ford decided the to start over with the Model designation.
The Ford Model T was known as 'Tin Lizzie' , T, Flivver, & T Model.
The basic model T did not change much. While it was in production things got added as extras and the price went down. By the time production ended electric starters, electric head lights and such were factory options. The many body styles became available. And the Model T began the after market gadget and modification business.
The last Model T was built in 1927.
Average Americans could afford a car.
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The Model T was inexpensive even in 1908 when it sold for $850 ($20,000) in todays money. By 1920 it was selling for $250 ($3,500) in todays money. This allowed almost anyone to purchase a car. The Model T was a simple vehicle that anyone could operate and repair. It also was capable of traveling on the horrible roads of the day. The Model T put Americans on wheels.