Always Has Been: Chapter 1: Introduction of the Model T Automobile

In 1908, Ford Motor Company revolutionized the automobile industry with the launch of the Model T. Mass production techniques pioneered by Henry Ford, such as the assembly line, made the Model T affordable for the average consumer, leading to its widespread ownership. This innovation catalyzed urban expansion, the rise of suburbs, and significant changes in infrastructure, like the expansion of roads. The Model T's influence extended to auxiliary industries, reshaping societal norms and everyday life.